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acc gallery presents "Nature Walkers"

originally published: 06/02/2023 

(TENAFLY, NJ) -- The 'Nature Walkers' exhibition brings together a diverse collection of artworks that explore different facets of our natural world, including its beauty, its fragility, and its connection to our everyday lives. The exhibition features a variety of media, including paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures and will be on view at acc gallery from May 30 to June 16, 2023.

Each of the artists in the exhibition offers a unique perspective on nature and its role in our lives.

Eric Diehl's paintings of automobiles in US American landscapes mimic the form of cinematic imagery, commenting on contemporary life.

"Company Town" by Eric Diehl

Jaanika Peerna's work captures natural processes through drawings, installations, and participatory performances that incorporate line and water, while prompting audiences to reflect on the loss of natural ice through her Glacier Elegies project.

"Screech of Ice series" by Jaanika Peerna

Zac Skinner draws attention to the damage that humans have inflicted on the environment, and to the need to adapt to the evolving ecosphere.

"Otter" by Zac Skinner

 

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Jackie Skrzynski collapses the perception of interior and exterior space by suggesting similarities between botany and anatomy, providing a sense of connection with a larger natural system.

"Poppy Bloom" by Jackie Skrzynski

Sharon Strauss works with collections and communities of things to capture a moment in time, exploring the intersection of place and identity.

"A Barnacles life" by Sharon Strauss 

Kazumi Tanaka's sculptures are made of earthy materials and natural ink drawings which offer a meditative reflection on the beauty and fragility of life.

"Bloodless" by Kazumi Tanaka 

Jayoung Yoon draws inspiration from Buddhist philosophy, collecting natural materials around the Hudson Valley and meticulously weaving them together with her own hair to convey the fleeting and ephemeral nature of our existence.

"The Offering Bowl" by Jayoung Yoon

These seven artists use nature and its elements as a primary source of inspiration for their art.

Some explore the ephemeral wonder of nature, inviting visitors to contemplate the intricacies of the natural world and the impermanence that underlies its constant cycles of growth and decay. 

Others offer a timely reminder of the fragility of ecosystems, human’s impact, and our responsibility to protect and preserve the natural world. Whether through contemporary realist landscapes, or abstract representations of natural phenomena, each work in the exhibition invites viewers to slow down, observe, and appreciate the wonders of the world around us.

The exhibition offers a distinct and multifaceted perspective on the complex relationship between humanity and nature and encourages viewers to connect with the natural world in a deeper, more meaningful way.

Acc gallery is located at 17-19 Washington St. 2nd fl (CVS Building) in Tenafly, New Jersey. Acc gallery specializes in modern and contemporary art. Acc gallery represents and supports international contemporary artists in painting, drawing, photography, video, sculpture, and installation. The gallery continually seeking for talented and exciting emerging artists to explore and expand the possibilities of their work.