“DUAL NATURE”: Beatrice Bork’s “Winter Nap” and Joe Kazimierczyk’s “Whispering Sky” will be on view January 19 to February 28 at the Tulpehaking Nature Center in Hamilton. An opening reception is on January 26 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Tulpehaking Nature Center at Abbott Marshlands invites art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike to “Dual Nature,” an art exhibition that explores nature from two distinct perspectives. Featuring the work of animal artist Beatrice Bork and landscape artist Joe Kazimierczyk, “Dual Nature” will be on view January 19 through February 28.

In “Dual Nature,” both artists reveal their unique approaches to capturing the natural world, bringing together Bork’s watercolor wildlife portraits and Kazimierczyk’s oil landscapes. Bork, known for her expertise in capturing the spirit and beauty of animals, relies on firsthand observation in the field to inspire her works, creating narratives that invite viewers into the intimate lives of her subjects. Her meticulous watercolors highlight the essence of the animals she observes, blending detailed renderings with expressive backgrounds that evoke a sense of the spiritual and poetic, seamlessly merging precision with artistic sensitivity.

Kazimierczyk, by contrast, is an avid hiker who translates his experiences on the trail into oil paintings. Inspired by the sweeping vistas and serene beauty of untouched nature, he conveys a sense of depth and grandeur that evokes the viewer’s sense of wonder and connection to the natural world.

Together, Bork and Kazimierczyk’s work underscores the theme of “Dual Nature”: both artists engage deeply with the natural world, yet their interpretations diverge in form and focus. Bork’s intimate depictions of animals complement Kazimierczyk’s expansive portrayals of landscape, inviting viewers to appreciate the vast diversity within nature —and within artistic expression itself. See more of their work at beatricebork.com and joekaz.com.

The exhibition will be at the Abbott Marshlands’ Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott avenue, Hamilton. An opening reception is on January 26 from 2:30-4 p.m. Registration is requested at abbottmarshlands.org/event-calendar-list.

For more information on the exhibit and the artists, visit the event listing at abbottmarshlands.org.