Artwork on Display

Our galleries are home to seasonally-rotating local artists and their nature-inspired works.

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Current artwork on display in conjunction with Orchid Rodeo:

Gunter Schwegler (Orientation Theatre)

“I start with only the primary colors and black and mix them as I go along. I feel a kinship with the medieval alchemists, adding a drop of this or that to get the exact shade and intensity I want. When I took up silk, a lot happened by chance, and with practice and experience I gained control of the medium and the ability to get the effects I want. Silk is a rather unforgiving medium; there is little or no possibility of making changes or corrections. And there are still surprises: the fixation process at the end changes the dyes, and only after the final rinse do they appear in full brilliance.”

About the Artist: Gunter Schwegler, of Cleveland Heights OH, is a fiber artist specializing in silk painting. His earlier work in watercolor, acrylic, and oil formed the basis of his style and technique. Recent work includes framed paintings, screens, lamps, banners, CD covers, wearables, and public space art. His work is featured in Creative Silk Painting, by Janas and Tuckman, and has been commissioned by Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Chamber Symphony, Parmadale Orphanage, and many others. Gunter also teaches silk painting workshops at school, college, and adult levels, also in senior centers, art therapy, and hospitals.

Artwork is available for purchase in the Garden Store.

Melanie Peck: Enduring Desert Ecosystems (Perennial Playspace)

My illustrations, featured in this year’s orchid show, draw from the dramatic, often-overlooked beauty of the desert—a landscape that has inspired me during my extensive travels and life across the southwestern United States and Mexico. I am deeply moved by the dramatic forms, resilient flora, and unique fauna of the desert environment.

I focus on the incredible plant life that endures there, from the iconic Joshua tree to the surprising native orchids found in the Sky Islands region of southeastern Arizona. My goal is to capture the quiet beauty and vulnerability of these ecosystems, highlighting species fighting for survival.

By sharing these illustrations, I hope to connect with the community, raising awareness of the critical balance of life in nature and inspiring us all to protect these delicate desert worlds.

About the Artist: Melanie Peck is an artist, illustrator, animator, and graphic designer based in Painesville, Ohio, where she returned after extensive travel and time living across the US and Mexico. Her work is driven by a fascination with the interconnectedness of nature, resulting in illustrations that emphasize the delicate balance of life in various ecosystems. Mel specializes in detailed illustrations of flora and fauna, aiming to engage the community and inspire awareness and commitment to conservation.

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Artwork is available for purchase in the Garden Store.