“EMERALD ASH BORER GALLERIES ON WHITE ASH”: This work by Susan Hoenig is featured in “Rhythms of the Land,” on view December 5 through January 25 in the Hutchins Galleries at the Lawrenceville school.

“Rhythms of the Land,” an exhibition of paintings, forest compositions, leaf sculptures, cross sections of trees, and wildlife reliefs by Susan Hoenig is on view December 5 through January 25 in the Hutchins Galleries at the Lawrenceville school on Route 206. An opening reception is on Friday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m.

According to the artist, “The land upon which we gather is part of the traditional territory of the Lenape, called ‘Lenapehoking.’ The Lenape People lived in harmony with the land for thousands of years. Paintings, forest compositions, leaf sculptures, cross sections of trees, and wildlife reliefs are part of my ecological practice. I connect Earth and art to make visible the relationship between habitat, plant and animal life. My artwork explores the impact of ecological issues. ‘Rhythms of the Land’ engages the viewer to see the relationship between humans and their environment that sustains them.

“In 2020, I was artist-in-residence at the Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve in Princeton where I collaborated with Friends of Princeton Open Space to draw attention to the value and beauty of native trees. I created an American Chestnut Leaf Sculpture alongside newly planted American Chestnut saplings.”

The Wildlife Reliefs are sculptural wall hangings painted on burlap. The colors and geometric design are unique in style, having evolved from naturalistic forms that are at the essence of each relief.

“Life that surrounds us can teach valuable lessons in our interactions with the land, air, water, and wildlife,” said Hoenig. “In my art, I create awareness of this special vibrant living biosphere we call Earth, filled with shifting movement and the rhythms of nature. The balance of these rhythms is crucial for the survival and progression of life.

The Hutchins Galleries are located within The Hutchins Center, adjacent to the Gruss Center of Art and Design at the Lawrenceville School. The main entrance for the Hutchins Galleries is at the rear of the building, and can be accessed during viewing hours Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed 12-1 p.m.) and Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.