Oil on Canvas
Meghan Goparaju is an artist from Long Island, New York. Though she holds a degree in psychology, it is through the development of her art practice that she has come to better understand the world and connect with humanity through raw experience. While inspired by the serene seascapes of her home island, Goparaju’s work is predominantly shaped by her travels throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Working across painting, printmaking, and photography, Goparaju explores her deep connection with the Earth and reflects on the enormity and distinct character of the landscapes she encounters. Her work considers the stories and memories held within these places—of the land, wildlife, humanity, and all that came before.
Acrylic Painting
Eddie Bruckner is an artist whose vibrant work uses bold colors, expressive lines, and the illusion of mosaic tile to convey happiness, love, and positive energy. His paintings offer playful new perspectives on familiar objects, places, and people, inviting viewers to connect with the work and simply enjoy the experience.
Bruckner’s mosaic-inspired patterns create balance, movement, repetition, and cohesion throughout his work. Often likening the colorful patterns to confetti, he uses them to evoke fun, exhilaration, and celebration. His paintings and public art installations draw from his observations of the world and a strong sense of place, while creating a universal visual language.
For Bruckner, public art is about more than the finished piece. He values the process of creating and installing work in public spaces, particularly the opportunity to engage with observers and participants along the way.
Nancy Schon is a Boston-based sculptor, celebrated for her warm and evocative representation of human and animal figures. Her work, characterized by a profound sense of empathy and detail, captures the essence of her subjects — making them relatable and endearing to viewers of all ages. She is best known for her iconic Make Way for Ducklings sculpture in the Boston Public Garden, which brings to life the beloved characters from Robert McCloskey’s classic children’s book. This charming installation has become a cherished landmark, delighting generations of visitors with its playful depiction of a mother duck leading her ducklings.
Schon’s Aesop’s Fables sculptures are a masterful series inspired, of course, by the ancient, previously enslaved Greek storyteller, Aesop. With a collection of twenty-four sculptures, each piece corresponds to one of the twenty-four letters in the Greek alphabet, creating a symbolic link to the origins of these timeless tales. Schon’s imaginative approach not only pays homage to the cultural heritage of Aesop’s fables, but also serves as a tribute to the universality and enduring relevance of these stories. Learn more about Nancy Schon and her work at schon.com.