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Entangled in the Mangroves

Florida Everglades Through Installation


Jennifer Basile (American, b. 1973). 'Stanley' The Great Blue Heron, 2018. Relief print on rice paper, 48 x 24 in. Edition 1 of 1 (+ 1 AP). Private collection, Miami, FL. Courtesy of LnS Gallery.

Jennifer Basile (American, b. 1973). 'Stanley' The Great Blue Heron, 2018. Relief print on rice paper, 48 x 24 in. Edition 1 of 1 (+ 1 AP). Private collection, Miami, FL. Courtesy of LnS Gallery.

Upcoming exhibition

March 8 – September 21, 2025
Located on the second floor of The Baker Museum


Entangled in the Mangroves: Florida Everglades Through Installation features 10 talented and passionate artists of south Florida whose work explores various aspects of the unique and diverse Everglades ecosystem. One of the world’s most extensive wetlands, the Everglades currently faces critical threats from the impacts of our changing climate. This exhibition intends to raise awareness about the unique ecosystem’s importance and the urgent need for its protection.

The exhibition fosters connections between activists, Indigenous communities, scholars and scientists to inspire multidisciplinary approaches for solutions benefitting all species. Showcasing various media — including drawings, paintings, photographs, sculptures and video installations — the exhibition is designed to engage visitors of all ages, inspiring them to take action as protectors of the ecosystem.

Overall, Entangled in the Mangroves is an inspiring and thought-provoking exhibition that highlights the beauty, diversity and fragility of the Everglades. It is a must-visit for anyone interested in art, ecology and community.

Artists


Nathalie Alfonso
Jennifer Basile
Amalia Caputo
Beatriz Chachamovits
Deryn Cowdy
Houston R. Cypress
Lisette Morales
Donna Ruff
Gretchen Scharnagl
Fereshteh Toosi


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Selected Works

Deryn Cowdy (British, b. 1962), Wood Storks 2023. Oil on silver leaf paper, 108 x 164 in. Courtesy of the artist.

Deryn Cowdy (British, b. 1962), Wood Storks 2023. Oil on silver leaf paper, 108 x 164 in. Courtesy of the artist.

Houston R. Cypress (Otter Clan, Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, b. 1980) …what endures…, 2021. Film still. Courtesy of the artist.

Houston R. Cypress (Otter Clan, Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, b. 1980) …what endures…, 2021. Film still. Courtesy of the artist.


Associated Events

Museum Lecture 7

Panel Discussion
The Artists of
Entangled in the Mangroves

March 21, 2025
Friday at 6pm
Ubben Signature Event Space

Join artist Jennifer Basile, Amalia Caputo and Gretchen Scharnagl for a panel discussion on the Entangled in the Mangroves exhibition, which highlights the impact of climate change on local ecosystems, especially the Florida Everglades. The artists share insights on blending artistic expression with environmental advocacy. This discussion is moderated by The Baker Museum Curator of Modern Art Dianne Brás-Feliciano, Ph.D., and introduced by Secretary William J. Osceola from the Business Council of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida.

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This exhibition is organized by Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum with the collaboration of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida and is curated by Dianne Brás-Feliciano, Ph.D., curator of modern art.

This exhibition is generously sponsored by a grant from the Collier Community Foundation and Waterside Shops.

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