The regular family Sunday visit to our outstanding local public library yielded more than books. An exhibition of drawings caught my attention, “Treemendous Trees.” The art project with area artists, the book (available on Amazon) and the exhibition were motivated by Maureen Carroll’s desire to identify regional trees. It is really difficult identifying trees, especially as the main diagnostic bits are far overhead. We must rely on leaves that fall, and flowers and fruits that are out of reach. In winter, the color, pattern, and texture of bark must suffice. Beyond the practical aspect of getting a good picture to identify trees, this project impressed me with the collaboration of science + art and the tremendous organization to work with artists, select trees and illustrations,
and undertake both a book project and an exhibition. And not a word about the enormous natural history and conservation dimensions to all involved in the production and all who view the outcome. Applause to the author in her vision and hard work to achieve such a total positive outcome. I hope she can identify local trees now!
More information and exhibition dates: http://thetreebook.org/exhibits/
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