black walnut pigment on wood panel; 12×24”

“Ecological Flow portrays the ebb and flow of ecology and the interconnectedness of life forms. Its swirling, spindling marks evoke a myriad of natural elements; grasses, winds, water, branches, roots, mycelial networks, veins, neurons, and energy transfers. This fosters a sense of closeness and care to humanity and the many beings we live amongst.”

ARTIST BIO: Madelyn McArthur was born in Toledo, Ohio, and grew up with a passion for creation. This love eventually led her to the University of Cincinnati, where she is finishing her Bachelor of Fine Arts. Her art involves a process-based approach, utilizing handmade paints crafted from locally foraged plant materials. Madelyn understands art as a therapeutic exercise and form of communication. She is dedicated to making the arts accessible and advocating for a more unified world.