Stories in Nature

Meredith Dittmar has an affinity for organic forms and natural motifs; but instead of representing nature in any direct or realistic manner, she often tells stories in which nature, including leaves, vines, animals, the sun, stars, and mountains, are contrasted against men’s buildings and machinery in detailed, illustrative wall pieces. She also has a very playful side which can be seen in the imaginary creatures she calls her “Guys“.

This piece here falls somewhere between her more serious psychepolymereganic art (her term) and the “guys”. It’s a rather idyllic scene, with stylized creatures and plants that come close to a direct natural interpretation, but are more representative of a wish for something that doesn’t quite exist.

Check out the many sides of Meredith on her website. Her main portfolio has a nice overview of her work including her personal art, some of her “guys,” and client work. But if you have a minute or two more, go have fun looking through the many variations of  her “guys”.