“HARMONY IN BLOOM”: This work by TingTing Hsu is featured in “Natural Harmony,” on view in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery at D&R Greenway Land Trust through June 9. A reception is on Friday, March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.
D&R Greenway Land Trust presents “Natural Harmony,” featuring the quiet rhythm of the natural world through the shared vision of local artists Beatrice Bork, TingTing Hsu, Joe Kazimierczyk, and Michael Schweigart. The exhibition, in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery on the second floor of the Johnson Education Center at One Preservation Place, is open to the public Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through June 9. All art is for sale, and a portion of the proceeds benefit the work of D&R Greenway.
The public is invited to meet the artists and hear what inspires them at a special wine and cheese reception on Friday, March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no charge to attend — however, reservations are requested in advance at drgreenway.org, and donations are accepted to support the work of D&R Greenway.
Working across acrylic, oil, and watercolor, each artist responds to nature through a distinct lens. From evocative wildlife and expansive landscapes to intimate observations of place, the collection captures the intricate balance of the environment. Open spaces and enclosed moments, graceful calm, and the focused intent of wild predators all coexist, mirroring the complexity of the world they represent. Harmony, here, is not merely idealized — it is found through this delicate balance.
The exhibition invites viewers to consider their own relationship to the natural world: the awe found in quiet observation and the grounding presence of land and wildlife. In alignment with the mission of D&R Greenway Land Trust, “Natural Harmony” honors nature not as a static subject, but as a living, evolving network in which every element plays a vital role.
Also featured in the “Natural Harmony” exhibit is a special collection of silver jewelry, offered through a special collaboration between TingTing Hsu (York Fine Arts) and the artisan studio Islander Design from Taiwan. Dedicated to capturing the organic essence of nature, Islander Design blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design to transform the fluid lines of the natural world into delicate silver art.
“FOOTSTEPS”: This painting by Joe Kazimierczyk is part of “Natural Harmony,” on view in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery in the Johnson Education Center at D&R Greenway Land Trust through June 9.
“These talented artists are known for their expert and appealing depictions of nature,” said Linda Mead, president and CEO of D&R Greenway Land Trust. “Beatrice Bork’s birds and Joe Kaz’s local scenes are always popular. The large canvases presented by TingTing Hsu are stunning to behold, and Michael Schweigart’s large landscapes transform your experience into the perspective of a bird flying over vast lands. We are thrilled that they’ve come together in this unique exhibit to share their talents and passion for nature with D&R Greenway’s visitors.”
The Islander Design collection highlights the intricate textures of the wild — from the delicate veins of a leaf to complex growth patterns. Their work complements the surrounding paintings by offering a tactile, three-dimensional exploration of the beauty and unity found in the environment. All jewelry is for sale and a portion of the proceeds benefit the work of D&R Greenway.
D&R Greenway Land Trust is an accredited nonprofit that has reached a new milestone of over 22,000 acres of land preserved throughout Central New Jersey since 1989. D&R Greenway’s mission is centered on connecting land with people from all walks of life. For more information, visit drgreenway.org or email info@drgreenway.org.