Mother:Nature
Lorenzo Swinton Gallery | Clarksville, Tennessee | October 2 - November 1, 2025
“Mother:Nature” brings together the works of Kristin Cronic, Jackie Lewis, and Johanna Ospina in a collective exploration as both material and metaphor. Each artist approaches the elemental foundations of nature through a distinct lens whether through form, the intimacy of craft, or the symbolism of transformation - yet all converge in their appreciation for natural resource as a vessel of resilience and continuity. The exhibition delves into three perspectives of preservation and perseverance, where inspiration stems from deeply personal yet universally resonant encounters with the natural world. The works not only reflect adaptability and endurance but also invites viewers to consider their own connection to the living systems that sustain us.
“Mother:Nature” becomes both a sanctuary and a call to awareness—where art honors the rootedness of necessary elements and reminds us of the intricate, nurturing bond between humanity and nature.
Curation and Statement written by Lorenzo Swinton
Photos by Kristin Cronic and Lorenzo Swinton
“Kristin Cronic’s loose, expressive brushwork merges with areas of delicate precision, creating a rhythmic play between clarity, impressionism and abstraction. The presentation and compositions on raw unstretched canvas evokes both rootedness and ascent, drawing attention to an intimate connection between earth and sky, body and breath, stillness and movement. These works of nature are meditations on presence and a gentle reminder of nature’s enduring ability to ground, uplift, and transform. Her practice extends beyond painting techniques in which she investigates relationships, memory, and the human journey.”
— Lorenzo Swinton