A Brush With Nature
Presented in partnership with The Driehaus Museum
- Time of Year
- June 20, 2025 – June 30, 2026
- Location
- Level 2
Access to this exhibit is included with Museum admission.
A Closer Look
Explore some of the featured pieces below.
Hibiscus Pod in Snow
Simon Cygielski
2025
Watercolor
15" x 22"
Forest Floor Tall Grass Prairie Cook County
P. Enquist
2019
8” x 12”
Crocus in the Snow
Amanda Soto
2025
5" x 7"
Hibiscus Pod in Snow
Simon Cygielski
2025
Watercolor
15" x 22"
Forest Floor Tall Grass Prairie Cook County
P. Enquist
2019
8” x 12”
Crocus in the Snow
Amanda Soto
2025
5" x 7"
Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature
The Rory McEwen print on display as part of the exhibit is on loan from the wonderful group at the Driehaus Museum.
Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature explores the trailblazing career and legacy of Scottish artist Rory McEwen, whose work is considered one of the major turning points in the development of contemporary botanical art. Presenting over one hundred works, including sculpture and manuscripts, the exhibition reveals how McEwen forged his own personal interpretation of 20th century modernism, portraying flowers, leaves, and vegetables as individual subjects worthy of their own portraits. Establishing McEwen’s role in shaping new generations of artists, the exhibition also features the work of contemporary botanical artists who continue to shape McEwen’s artistic legacy today. Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature will be on view at the Driehaus Museum, 50 E. Erie Street from May 16 to August 17, 2025.