“Bernheim provided a different kind of landscape from what I have been working with in the west. One of the things I particularly appreciated about Bernheim’s residency was the flexibility and the amount of time the experience provided to my creative practice, allowing me to explore a new direction in my work.” Irene Imfeld Next time […]
Meet the ‘Grass Men,’ the living sculptures of Bernheim’s 10th annual Connect
Source: Insider Louisville By: Eli Keel August 15, 2018 Artist Ashley Peevor waters his grass fabrics. | Courtesy of Bernheim Forest For a full decade now, Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest’s annual event Connect has invited guests to find the intersection of art, science and nature. This year, the connection between art and nature will offer visitors […]
Artist introduces wearable nature to Bernheim
Source: The Kentucky Standard By Kacie Goode Thursday, August 2, 2018 Large creatures comparable to grass-covered Sasquatch will be roaming around Bernheim Forest in a few weeks thanks to the work of a visiting British artist. Ashley Peevor, who is enjoying a month-long residency at Bernheim as part of a grant, is introducing his living […]
British artist’s Grass Men to visit Bernheim Forest
Source: The News-Enterprise July 26, 2018 British artist’s Grass Men to visit Bernheim Forest ANDREW CRITCHELOW The News-Enterprise British artist Ashley Peevor will hold a residency at Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest in Clermont this month. Peevor will be creating his Grass Men pieces, which are living costumes made of grass and other natural elements. […]
The Art of Papermaking
Join Bernheim’s 2018 Artist in Residence Rachel Singel and learn the art of papermaking from one of the region’s best! This fun and informative workshop will include a lecture, demonstration, and hands-on experimentation in papermaking. Participants will leave with repurposed handmade paper and an appreciation for process and the natural environment. Saturday, August 4; 10 […]