Back to Nature (9 Photos)

From forests to city walls, these works connect art and nature in unexpected ways. Sculptures woven from willow branches, murals inspired by plants, and playful outdoor installations all invite us to slow down and look closer at the living world around us.

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1. Stillness in Motion — Olga Ziemska in Poland

A human form constructed entirely from gathered branches, its texture dense and its shape dynamic. The sculpture seems to be both standing still and moving forward, echoing the rhythm of wind through the trees.

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2. DO NOT DISTURB — Oakoak in La Louvière, Belgium

The artist integrates Marsupilami characters into a wall covered with greenery, turning the overgrown ledge into their natural habitat. The handwritten “DO NOT DISTURB” completes the lighthearted illusion. More!: Lovely by Oakoak (10 Photos)

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3. Gentiana Lutea — Mona Caron in Le Locle, Switzerland

A towering mural of the gentian plant grows up the side of a residential building. The large green leaves and yellow blossoms contrast against the concrete, celebrating the wild flora of the region. More photos!: Flower mural by Mona Caron in Le Locle, Switzerland

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4. Muscoat — Jon Foreman in Minwear Woods, Wales

Spirals of moss arranged around tree trunks form a temporary land art pattern. Each swirl follows the forest’s natural lines, blending sculpture and environment into one organic form. More by Jon Foreman: 10 Forest Sculptures By Jon Foreman

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5. Sharks in the Field — Anne Melady in Ontario, west of Dublin, Ireland

Shark fins cut through golden wheat, turning a quiet field into an unexpected ocean scene. A hand-painted sign reading “Please do not feed the sharks” adds a touch of humor to the countryside setting. More about it and photos!: Please do not feed the Great Wheat Sharks

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6. The Beach — NEAN in Nîmes, France

A large mural depicts a person sitting on a swing beneath a tree at sunset. The bold contrast between blue and orange tones captures a peaceful pause in the middle of the city.

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7. UMI — Daniel Popper in Illinois, USA

A monumental wooden sculpture of a seated woman formed from intertwining roots and branches. The work invites visitors to walk beneath and around it, evoking a sense of calm and connection to the forest. More photos!: “UMI” Sculpture by Daniel Popper in Lisle, Illinois

Daniel Popper: “UMI” – Meaning Life in Swahili and Mother in Arabic. 1 of 5 new works from the Human+Nature exhibition opening today at the The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois. Surrounding the base of the Earth Mother we have planted Virginia Creepers. I am looking forward to watching them grow and the artwork evolve over time in this beautiful space. Made from steel & GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete), 20ft tall. The pieces will on display for 1 year. May you all enjoy interacting with her as much as we enjoyed creating her.

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8. Willow Archer — Anna & The Willow in England

A life-size archer sculpted from woven willow strands, captured in mid-draw. The flow of the natural fibers gives the figure movement, as if part of the surrounding woodland.

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9. Eroded Rubik’s Cube — At Scheveningen Harbour in the Netherlands

A giant painted Rubik’s Cube appears lodged among concrete blocks by the sea. Weathered by salt and time, it merges the playful with the industrial, echoing the clash between nature and human design. More!: Eroded Rubik’s Cube in the Netherlands

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