Work by Matthew Brandt and Chris McCaw are included in Desert Forest: Life with Joshua Trees Captured Earth, a group exhibition at the Lancaster Museum of Art in Lancaster, CA on view through December 29, 2024.
The exhibition sheds light on the threatened Joshua tree and the fragile Mojave Desert ecosystem that sustains it. The project integrates natural history, indigenous knowledge, public policy, scientific research, and artistic expressions to emphasize the challenges facing the Joshua tree and conservation efforts.
With a focus on the impact of climate change, development, wildfires, and other threats, the exhibition explores the symbiotic relationships between Joshua trees, soil fungi, and moth pollinators, engaging a diverse audience interested in arts and environmental issues.
September 7, 2024