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​Throughout her working life, first as a teacher, then as a commercial graphic artist, Bonnie’s free time was often spent creating art using a variety of mediums. Eventually she began a journey into botanical art and became a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists. As a natural extension of traditional botanical art, she began to create cyanotype photograms and is a supporting member of AlternatuvePhotography.com and the Ohio Art League.
Because of Bonnie's deep interest and research into botanical art and cyanotype art she has learned that documenting plants is a key connection between both art and science. From detailing a plant by drawing and painting since the 16th century, to documenting an actual plant using the 19th century cyanotype process, these art movements began to demonstrate the beauty and fragility of plant life and what constitutes a healthy environment.
The intricacies and interconnectedness of things in nature inspire Bonnie's art.
Follow her along on Instagram where she chronicles her art journey: https://www.instagram.com/bonoapp/
Solo Exhibits
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Clark Gallery at Blackbird Baking Co. 2023, 2024
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Pinwheel Gallery, Shining a Light on Regenerative Agriculture, 2024
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Exhibit Participant
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Small Works, ASBA 2021, 2022
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Gray House Pies Gallery,
Group Exhibit 2023 -
Pinwheel Gallery, Fruits of our Labor
Group Exhibit 2023 -
Prama Gallery, An Alternate Route
Group Exhibit 2023 -
Pinwheel Gallery, Drive the Cold Winter Away
Group Exhibit 2023 -
Doubting Thomas Gallery
Artists Collecting Art Exhibit, 2023 -
Ohio Art League, Thumb Box Exhibit 2023
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Ohio Art League; Mindful: Art of Hope, 2024
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CLE Photo Fest; Woman's Self Portrait Show, 2024
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Pinwheel Gallery, The Snow Show, 2024
Art for Good Causes
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Restoring the City Gala
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Lakewood Women's Club: Women Honoring Women
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Lakewood Chamber of Commerce; Taste of Lakewood: annual fundraiser for Lakewood small business development and high school scholarships
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Affiliations
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American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA)
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AlternativePhotography.com
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Ohio Art League
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Recognition
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Anna Atkins Tribute; International Cyanotype Event 2022
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World Cyanotype Day 2023, 2024
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Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, Juried Show, 2024
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Silvergrain Classics International Magazine, Spring 2024 Online Article
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Hoyt Regional Juried Show, 2024
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Composite Journal, selected artists, AlternativePhotography.com, 2024
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Constructed Nature, Heights Arts, 2024
©2024 Bonnie O App. All rights reserved. Purchase of a copyright artwork does not transfer the copyright. The copyright to produce the works in copies, to produce derivative work based on the copyrighted image, and distribute copies is retainedby the Artist.