4 Artists speak about inspiration at ‘Natural Harmony’ exhibit on March 6, at D&R Greenway, Marie L. Matthews Gallery in Princeton
D&R Greenway Land Trust welcomes the community to come to the Johnson Education Center to experience “Natural Harmony,” the quiet rhythm of the natural word through the shared vision of local artists.
The exhibit, in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery on the second floor of the Johnson Education Center at One Preservation Place, Princeton, is open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through June 9.
Beyond the rush of everyday life lies a quiet rhythm — the heartbeat of the natural world. This exhibition, “Natural Harmony,” invites you to pause, breathe, and listen. Through the shared vision of artists Beatrice Bork, TingTing Hsu, Joe Kazimierczyk, and Michael Schweigart, the Marie L. Matthews Gallery is transformed into a sanctuary of color, light, and reflection.
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 our 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 (嶼生合作) 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.
“These talented artists are known for their expert and appealing depictions of nature,” says 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 our environment. All jewelry is for sale and a portion of the proceeds benefit the work of D&R Greenway.
About D&R Greenway Land Trust:
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. By protecting land in perpetuity and creating public trails, it gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. The land trust’s preserved farms and community gardens provide local organic food for residents of the region, including those most in need. Through strategic land conservation and stewardship, D&R Greenway combats climate change, protects birds and wildlife, and ensures clean drinking water for future generations. D&R Greenway’s mission is centered on connecting land with people from all walks of life.
On March 6: The public was invited to the exhibit. There was no charge to attend.
All art is for sale and a portion of the proceeds benefit the work of D&R Greenway.
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