Seeking a break from urban life, David Heo found calm in the green serenity of Camp Wandawega. Canoeing at sunrise and reflecting on personal relationships shifted his focus inward. Thinking of his partner while surrounded by vast nature sparked a narrative about connection and absence. His print blends mythic symbolism with intimate reflection, portraying emotional ties through layered imagery. The landscape becomes a stage for contemplation, transforming a quiet lakeside experience into a poetic meditation on who we carry with us, even when far from home.

The vast landscapes of Oregon felt both cinematic and theatrical to William LaChance. Observing small-town life and expansive scenery, he perceived the environment as a stage inhabited by characters. Drawing from this narrative quality, he created a composition where figure and ground blur within painterly abstraction. The print references folk traditions and artificial silhouettes, highlighting the tension between authenticity and artifice. It captures a landscape transformed by imagination, where environment and storytelling merge into a contemplative scene.

Surrounded by the dramatic contrasts of Olympic National Park, Mar Figueroa reflected on nature’s power and shared artistic community. Puma tracks in the snow served as a reminder of human fragility within vast landscapes. Inspired by collective energy among fellow artists, she created a composition where figures and environment intertwine. The print evokes dialogue, fluidity, and connection, blending surreal elements with personal symbolism. It captures a moment of pause in which nature and collaboration reshape perception.