Category: Exhibitions

“Flora” on Display November 7 through 9, 2025 at The Morton Arboretum

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Last Dance, copyright Karen A Johnson. Click here for a sample of “Flora” artwork.

The Nature Artists’ Guild’s special exhibit of small works, “Flora,” will be on display alongside and throughout the Guild’s 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum from November 7 to 9.

The 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit and Flora will include nearly 250 pieces by more than 70 members of the Nature Artists’ Guild. Flora will feature a display of 8-inch square works inspired by and honoring The Morton Arboretum. The exhibits will take place in the Cudahy Room and lobby, adjacent to the Sterling Morton Library, of the Arboretum’s Administration Building, and are open to all Arboretum visitors at no extra charge.

Also coming soon –

  • The final day for Guild members to submit artwork, articles, or news to Jane Kellenberger for possible inclusion in the winter issue of the members-only publication, the Quarterly, will be November 1.
  • Artwork drop-off for the 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit and Flora will take place on Wednesday, November 5, from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Administration Building of The Morton Arboretum. All pieces must be pre-registered and follow the Guild’s guidelines for subject matter and presentation included in the prospectuses.
  • Blank cards and envelopes will be available at the exhibit drop-off on November 5 for members who wish to use them for the Nature Artists’ Guild’s annual holiday card exchange. Details and a link to register online will be emailed to members soon. (Blank cards will also be available at the holiday party.)
  • This year’s holiday gathering for Guild members, “Jingle & Mingle,” will, according to coordinators, include a “refresh” and a few fun surprises! Invitations and details will be emailed to members soon for this December 4th event.
  • Prospectuses and links for online registration will be emailed to Guild members for two special exhibits being held in January 2026. Artwork drop-offs for these exhibits at the Downers Grove Public Library and the Wheaton Public Library will take place in December 2025.
  • Casual and fun gatherings, Coffee and Art, continue to take place each Wednesday morning at the Visitor Center of The Morton Arboretum. Members and guests are invited to stop by between about 9:15 and 11:30 to sketch and chat with fellow artists.

Artists Creating Art November 7 through 9 at The Morton Arboretum

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The Nature Artists’ Guild is proud to present the following schedule of demonstrators for the upcoming 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum this November 7th through 9th.

In addition to enjoying over 200 works of art by more than 70 Guild artists, Arboretum visitors will have the opportunity to watch and interact with the following members as they demonstrate and discuss their methods, materials, and inspirations.

Detail of “The Tiger Comes Alive,” copyright Rhonda Nass
Detail of watercolor, copyright Dan Danielson
Detail of “Zinnia Dance,” copyright Maggie Mardis
Detail of “Bright Orange Dahlia,” copyright Marge Hall
Detail of “Grapevines and Rose Hips,” copyright Donna Rose Falk
Detail of “Maidenhair Fern,” copyright Kimberly Mullarkey

Nature Artists’ Guild’s Autumn Exhibit Sneak Peek

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Say Cheese, copyright Dan Danielson. Click on the mouse for a sample of exhibit artwork images.

More than 70 talented members of the Nature Artists’ Guild will be exhibiting over 200 works of art at the upcoming 2025 Autumn Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum. Please click on the curious mouse above to enjoy a sneak peek of a sample of the artwork.

The 2025 Autumn Exhibit by the Nature Artists’ Guild will take place on November 7, 8, and 9. More artwork samples, a demonstrator schedule, and other exhibit details coming soon!

Nature Artists’ Guild’s 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum

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Poster artwork detail of “Reflective Solitude” by Kathy Steere. Poster design by Jane Kellenberger. Copies of the exhibit poster and postcards are available to pick up at the Thornhill Education Center office. Click on image for versions to share by email or on social media.

The Nature Artists’ Guild’s 2025 Autumn Art Exhibit will be held on November 7, 8, and 9 at The Morton Arboretum. The exhibition will feature more than 200 works by members of the Guild, including many by Featured Artist Kathy Steere.

Demonstrations, special displays, raffles, and handmade ornaments will be available to visitors throughout the exhibit, and a reception, open to all on Friday evening, will also include light refreshments and the opportunity to meet many of the artists.

Details, as well as a sample of exhibit artwork images, will be shared here in coming weeks, and much more about Kathy Steere can be found on the 2025 Autumn Featured Artist page.

Autumn Color Coming Soon!

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Image by Cantigny.org, 2025 Autumn Exhibit postcard artwork by Kathy Steere, “Just Leaves by Phil Schorn

The colors of autumn are slowly arriving in Chicagoland, and the Nature Artists’ Guild will be there to welcome them with paints, pencils, paper, and canvas.

Coming in October –

  • Members participating in the 2025 Autumn Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum will need to register online or by mail by October 11. Much more about the exhibit and Featured Artist Kathy Steere to come in the next few weeks. Postcards and posters will be available for members to pick up at the October 2 meeting to share with friends, family, and local businesses.
  • Nature Artists’ Guild members and visitors will continue to meet each Wednesday morning at the Visitor Center of The Morton Arboretum to enjoy the company of fellow artists, as well as the stunning views surrounding them.

Preparations Underway for the Autumn 2025 Nature Art Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum

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Feather #33, copyright Kathy Steere, Featured Artist of the Nature Artists’ Guild’s 2025 Autumn Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum.

The prospectus has been sent, posters are being printed, artwork is being finished and framed, and much more, as preparations continue for the Nature Artists’ Guild’s 2025 Autumn Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum.

The annual autumn exhibit will be held in the Cudahy Room and reception area of the Administration Building, adjacent to the Sterling Morton Library, from Friday, November 7, through Sunday, November 9, 2025, between the hours of 10 and 4. There will be no charge for admission to the exhibit (although normal gate fees for the Arboretum will apply, except during the reception on Friday evening from 4:30 until 7, also open to all).

The Nature Artists’ Guild exhibit will include more than 200 works of art by approximately 50 members, including many by this autumn’s Featured Artist, Kathy Steere (much more to come soon about Kathy and her art). In addition to the artwork, visitors can enjoy artist demonstrations and purchase handmade ornaments, greeting cards featuring members’ artwork, or raffle tickets for spectacular themed gift baskets. Friday evening’s reception will also include free light refreshments.

The Autumn Exhibit will also include a special display of numerous small works (8 x 8 inch) created by members of the Guild to honor The Morton Arboretum. This year’s theme for that display will be “Flora,” with contributions inspired by the vast collections found there.

Participating artists can register or view the prospectuses here –

2025 Autumn Art Exhibit at The Morton Arboretum

2025 Small Works Display, “Flora”

A Glimpse “Into the Wild”

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Glare, copyright Shuli Wang, is one of more than 30 pieces being displayed at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center through August 30. Click on image for a sample of exhibit artwork.

From the savannas of Africa to the depths of their own gardens, members of the Nature Artists’ Guild have ventured “into the wild” for their contributions to the 2025 Summer Special Exhibit at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center.

Into the Wild is free and open to the public Wednesdays through Sundays until August 30, 2025. More than 30 pieces are showcased in Hidden Oaks’ wild and wonderful gallery space overlooking a woodland and adjacent to a rooftop meadow.

While exhibits are best enjoyed in person (the textures, colors, brushwork, sizes, and arrangements all contribute to the experience), it’s not always possible, so many of the participating artists have also shared images of their work for all to enjoy. Please click here or on the glaring lion above to enjoy a glimpse into the wild!

Making the Most of Summer with the Nature Artists’ Guild

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White Petunia II, copyright Marge Hall, is included in the Into the Wild exhibit at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook, IL until August 30.

Despite what we see and hear on the screens and in the stores, we know that summer is far from over and there is plenty of the season left to enjoy. The Nature Artists’ Guild of The Morton Arboretum looks forward to making the most of it!

  • Works by more than 30 artists are showcased in the lovely cool and quiet gallery room overlooking the edge of a forest in Into the Wild, the summer exhibit by members of the Guild at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook, IL, until August 30, 2025. (Artwork images coming soon.)
  • Coffee and Art continues each Wednesday morning inside the Visitor Center of The Morton Arboretum. Artists can also head outdoors to gather reference material for their contribution to this autumn’s special exhibit, Flora! No registration is required for these friendly and informal gatherings.