Green Zazen
Work by Kristi Duckworth and Nancy Morrow
Opening reception January 4, 2019
On display January 4 - February 13
Eclectic Eye
242 South Cooper
“Green Zazen,” presented by Kristi Duckworth and Nancy Morrow, is a collaborative
art show that inspires a contemplative state of mind. This peaceful exhibit encourages
visitors to slow down and embrace natural colors and textures, as if there is nowhere
to go and nothing to do except look at the clouds, listen to the wind in the trees and feel
inspired by nature. Featured pieces from both artists depict phenomena of the physical
world, including plants, animals and microcosm landscapes that inspire the feeling of
life moving along, quietly growing and changing as time goes by.
Originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, Kristi Duckworth moved to Memphis, Tennessee
to attended the University of Memphis in 1985. After earning a degree in graphic design,
she fell in love with mosaics and combined that passion with the beauty of nature. Her
work has been commissioned by organizations such as Cancer Survivors Park, the
Memphis Grizzlies Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and more.
Nancy Morrow has a passion for the art and science of building and maintaining
terrariums, kokedama and bonsai. She offers consultations for those who want to
learn about house plants and gardening in their homes and office spaces. During a
session, students learn basic considerations for selecting plants for a particular
space, as well as technical skills for handling, transplanting, watering and more. Once
learned, these skills open up the world of plants for all to explore and enjoy.
