ART ON VIEW
Chitin and Chlorophyll | Katie Clark
Opening reception: Thursday, July 17 | 5:30-7 PM
Katie Clark is a self-taught emerging artist based out of Cleveland, Ohio. She uses watercolor and gouache with occasional pen and colored pencil details to create intricate paintings inspired by insects and nature. She frequently gathers insight into her local wildlife while practicing one 
of her favorite hobbies, foraging, and uses real leaves, sticks, and insects she gathers as references for her art (they are safely released once used). When she’s not painting, Katie enjoys gardening and spending time with her two dogs. https://www.chitinandchlorophyll.com/
Free to view | Exhibit runs from Thursday, July 17 - Thursday, October 23
Pieces may be purchased for a fee with a percentage of proceeds benefiting the Nature Center.
ART ON VIEW INQUIRIES
Our rotating Art on View exhibits highlight local artists whose work prominently features nature and wildlife themes or uses recycled or reusable materials. We offer this program for our visitors to enjoy local art and photography all year on the upper level of the Nature Center. Art featured can be, and is recommended to be offered for sale, with a portion of every sale supporting the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes.
Thank you for your interest in showcasing your art! Please fill out this form, and our Community Engagement Manager will reach out to you regarding your inquiry. The next available opening for Art on View exhibition is Spring 2026.
*Please note that space is limited, and filling out this inquiry form does not guarantee a space in the Art on View program. Sustainable, recycled, upcycled, nature-related, or other Nature Center mission-related artwork may be given precedence.