Art Exhibits

Enjoy art inspired by both nature and the human experience of life in the world at The Green Center. Exhibits are free and open to the public throughout the year. Portions of proceeds of art exhibit sales support The Green Center's youth arts programs.

Contact us if you have nature inspired artwork that you would like to be considered for a future exhibit.

"Rhinos, and Elephants, and Bears, Oh My!" by Connie Mueller
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"The Art of Conservation: Giving Invasive Plants a Purpose" by Deanna Deterding
February 26- April 14, 2025

Opening Reception: Wednesday, February 26 5-7pm

Artists Statements

"Rhinos, and Elephants, and Bears, Oh My!" Watercolor works by Connie Mueller
I am a retired math teacher, University City resident, and chair of the Green Practices Commission for University City. I have been painting watercolors for about 20 years, mostly the natural world.

The Art of Conservation: Giving Invasive Plants a Purpose by Deanna Deterding
I began making pens from honeysuckle in 2017, blending my woodworking skills, passed down from my grandfather and father, with my passion for conservation. What started as a class project to raise awareness about honeysuckle’s impact on local ecosystems eventually became a small business, Midwest Conservation Creations. I repurpose invasive and aggressive plants to create unique, handcrafted pieces like pens, bowls, bottle stoppers, and coasters. Each creation tells a broader ecological story about the plant’s impact on the environment and the restoration efforts needed to heal the land. As a Restoration Coordinator at Litzsinger Road Ecology Center, I channel my dedication to conservation into both my professional work and my art.