Movie: Nature of Art, 3:30pm

Beyond the Frame Double Feature:

The Nature of Art: 
Symphony of Solitude and 
In the Name of the Oyster

Run Time: 22 minutes

In this environmental conservation-centered double feature, delve into three works of art in The Mariners’ collection that reflect humankind’s interaction with nature. Symphony of Solutide explores the challenges and wins of the osprey population on the Bay through the lens of local artist, Barclay Sheaks.

In the Name of the Oyster features two paintings by Clifford Warren Ashley and features the female-owned Matheson Oyster Company and the all-female oyster team at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Uniting the paintings’ subjects with real-world oyster harvesting and restoration practices, this film shines a light on environmental sustainability in a historic industry with considerable regional impact.

This film is suitable for all ages.