
07/11/2025
What a lovely evening at the Garden! đż
We kicked off The Whimsical Naturalist with a beautiful reception featuring artist Katie Crawford, who shared insights into the research, sketching, and creative process behind her imaginative watercolor portraits. Guestsâand even our summer campersâwere delighted to meet âthe real artistâ behind the exhibit!
Katie spoke about how much she learned while creating this collectionâhow native animals and plants are deeply connected, each thread contributing to the larger story of our ecosystems. It was the perfect way to launch this yearâs Garden theme: Harmony in Nature.
The exhibit is now open in the Wyatt Visitor Pavilion through early Septemberâand is included with your regular Garden admission. Don't miss it.
Katie Crawford Art