2024 Nature Photography Exhibit is set for May 10-12 at Morton Arboretum located at 4100 Route 53 in Lisle. Photo titled “Lotus Flower” is by photographer Kathleen Leisten.
The community is welcome to the celebration of photography and creativity at The Morton Arboretum on Mother’s Day weekend when 50 Morton Arboretum Photographic Society artists showcase more than 140 nature-inspired, fine art photographs. The 2024 Nature Photography Exhibit includes work captured at international locations, in the United States, locally and at the Morton Arboretum. Photos feature landscapes, animals, plants, trees and skies.
Cards, tabletop images, books and matted prints also will be available and most of the artwork can be purchased from the artist following the exhibit.
The exhibit is free with a membership or paid admission ($17 Adults, 18-64; $15 Seniors, 65-plus; $12 Youth, 2-17) to The Morton Arboretum.
Reception 5-8PM May 10 / Exhibit 10AM-4PM May 11 & 12
Connect with the artists during the Opening Reception from 5 to 8PM Fri., May 10.
The exhibit runs 10AM to 4PM on Sat., May 11, and Sun., May 12.
Organizers suggest pairing the exhibit with a wildflower walk or drive through The Arboretum’s beautiful grounds blooming just in time for Mother’s Day weekend.
For more information, visit mortonarb.org/explore/activities/adult-programs/morton-arboretum-photographic-society-exhibit/.
MAPS since 2012
The Morton Arboretum Photographic Society (MAPS) was created in 2012 as an affiliated arts society with The Morton Arboretum. From its inception, MAPS members have focused on enhancing their nature photographic skills through educational opportunities with expert monthly speaker programs, workshops, twice-monthly photographic outings and special interest groups. The society is comprised of amateur and professional photographers who are interested learning, sharing their expertise and showcasing nature’s beauty in the world.
Report and Photos courtesy Dulcie Lima for MAPS.
