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Lighthouse ArtCenter Presents

Wild Hearts, Jan. 18 To Feb. 24

Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) is honored to announce art movement defined by the
its upcoming exhibition, “Wild Hearts,” a riveting tribute faithful representation of form
to the wonders of nature through the eyes of world- and the abstraction of colors,
renowned artists including Helmut Koller, Ellen Jewett, with no need for disciples. His
and international award-winning fine art conservation art is a testament to his singular
photographers Mac Stone and Carlton Ward Jr. and visionary approach.
This impactful exhibition curated by Janeen Mason Alongside Koller ’s
runs Jan. 18 to Feb. 24, inviting the community to explore masterpieces, art enthusiasts
and connect with the beauty of wild animals. The opening will have the opportunity to Right This Way by Mac Stone
reception is on Jan. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lighthouse gaze upon the meticulously
ArtCenter in Tequesta. Admission is free for members c r a f t e d sc u l p t u r e s b y
and a $5 is suggested donation for nonmembers. For more Ellen Jewett, a Canadian
information, visit lighthousearts.org. artist whose intricate and
“Wild Hearts presents the beauty of the natural world imaginative designs have
and the commitment of artists and conservationists to ga rnered i nt e rna t i ona l
safeguard our planet’s precious resources,” said LAC acclaim. With a background
Executive Director Jeni Licata. Through this exhibition, in fine art, anthropology, and
Lighthouse ArtCenter invites the community to appreciate zoology, Jewett’s work focuses
the wild, be inspired by art, and engage with the urgent on animals portrayed in
need for conservation.” whimsical and surreal poses.
In the Spencer Gallery, visitors will be transported Her deep understanding of
into the vibrant and wild world of Helmut Koller. animal behavior and her artistic
Originally from Austria and now a resident of Palm prowess result in stunning
Beach, Koller is known for his vivid, bold, and celebratory and intricate sculptures that Leopard Head on Coral by Helmut Koller Florida Black Bear by Carlton Ward
animal paintings. Kollerism, as he describes it, is an captivate the imagination.
The Schorr Gallery promises to immerse guests in the Stone captures the narratives of Florida’s Everglades,
breathtaking and awe-inspiring work of internationally weaving tales of wildlife that invite his audience
acclaimed fine art conservation photographers Mac Stone to perceive the swampland not as an obstacle but
and Carlton Ward Jr. Both Stone and Ward, National as a cherished national gem. Using his captivating
Geographic explorers, dedicate their lives to connecting photographs, Stone illuminates a neglected, timeless,
people with our cultural and natural heritage and the and crucial wilderness to spark conversations, provoke
preservation of the Everglades, one of the world’s most thoughts, and foster a deep connection that transcends
unique and endangered ecosystems. the gap between scientific understanding and aesthetic
Ward has played an instrumental role in establishing appreciation. Stone’s compelling message encourages
the Florida Wildlife Corridor, a crucial initiative for individuals to immerse themselves in the experience: “Just
protecting Florida’s wildlife and natural habitats. In April do it – put your feet in the water,” he says. “The swamp
2023, Ward’s film, Path of the Panther, was released on will change you, I promise.”
Disney-plus, further advancing the cause of conservation
and raising awareness about the vital work needed to
New Hope by Carlton Ward safeguard our environment.

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