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.
On exhibition
March 8 – November 30, 2025
Located on the second floor of The Baker Museum
Entangled in the Mangroves: Florida Everglades Through Installation features nine 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
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Selected Works
Deryn Cowdy (England, 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.
Associated Events
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.
Meditation Sessions
Entangled in the Mangroves Meditations on Nature
Multiple dates
Tuesday, June 17, 9:30am
Tuesday, July 15, 9:30am
Tuesday, August 19, 9:30am
Tuesday, September 16, 9:30am
The Baker Museum
Laurie Lyons, founder and director of Zen & the Arts
Immerse yourself in a transformative meditation at The Baker Museum, where Zen teacher Laurie Lyons guides you through a unique way to connect with Entangled in the Mangroves, an exhibition that brings together artists, Indigenous communities, scientists and activists to explore the richly diverse Everglades ecosystem.
Panel Discussion
Entangled in the Mangroves
Friday, September 5, 6pm
Ubben Signature Event Space
Nathalie Alfonso, artist
Kevin Cunniff, chief sustainability officer of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida
Kathy Worley, director of environmental science at Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Jeffrey Carter, Southwest Florida program administrator and director at Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Rev. Houston R. Cypress (Otter Clan), moderator
Join a panel of art, science and wildlife experts for an engaging discussion about the intersection of art and science within the Everglades, as highlighted in the Entangled in the Mangroves exhibition.
Image: Jennifer Basile (American, b. 1973). 'Stanley' The Great Blue Heron (detail), 2018. Relief print on rice paper, 48 x 24 in. Edition 1 of 1 (+ 1 AP). Private collection, Miami, FL. Courtesy of LnS Gallery.
Artist-Led Nature Hike
Entangled in the Mangroves
Saturday, November 15, 9am
Meeting point at the Portal Gates in front of The Baker Museum
Lisette Morales, artist
Rev. Houston R. Cypress (Otter Clan), poet, artist, environmental activist and ordained minister
Step into the heart of the Everglades and experience nature through art, poetry and connection! Entangled in the Mangroves invites you to an unforgettable journey with renowned artists Rev. Houston R. Cypress (Otter Clan) and Lisette Morales as they guide you through the breathtaking landscapes of Fakahatchee Strand Preserve — Florida’s largest state park.
Image: Deryn Cowdy (British, b. 1962), Wood Storks (detail), 2023. Oil on silver leaf paper, 108 x 164 in. Courtesy of the artist.
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.
