04/23/2026
A day behind for 🌍 Day but loved the art and also I am from Cincinnati so saw the art will be shown there at the Art Museum. I was there this past November. It’s free admission 🤩
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🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌿
In 1999, artist Charley Harper visited Monteverde with his wife Edie. Inspired by the excitement, color, and vibrant life shared with local children, he created this masterpiece using his signature “minimal realism.” It captures 39 plants and animals from the cloud forest—celebrating the biodiversity worth fighting for. Proceeds from the poster created from Charley's original work have even supported environmental education in Monteverde.
This work will be coming soon to the Cincinnati Art Museum in the major exhibition The Art of Charley Harper: Creatures Wild and Tame (October 16, 2026 – March 7, 2027). You’ll have a chance to see the detail, care, and genius Charley implemented into bringing awareness through awe and wonder of nature’s glorious diverse creatures.
Harper’s art reminds us: when we pay attention and choose conservation, nature can heal. From fear of loss to signs of recovery, this Earth Day let’s celebrate progress while staying committed to protecting what remains.
What’s one small action you’re taking for our planet today? 💚
Monteverde: The Cloud Forest, 1999Maquette for poster for Centro de Educación Creativa(Cloud Forest School), Puntarenas Province, Monteverde, Costa Rica, 1999 acrylic on canvas29 1/4 x 17 7/8 in. (74.3 x 44.4 cm); framed 40 x 26 in.
