The Bureau of Land Management is thrilled to introduce Serena Richelle as the 2024 Artist-in-Residence at the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument.
Richelle is a gifted scientific illustrator. She combines science and art to raise awareness about the relationships that exist between species, their importance, their endangerment and what we can do to preserve them.
The prestigious Artist-in-Residence program invites talented creators to immerse themselves in the breathtaking natural beauty of the monument and create works that celebrate its unique landscapes, wildlife and cultural heritage.
Richelle will spend two weeks in the local monument this spring. She'll be surrounded by the lush forests, rugged mountains and pristine waters that define this remarkable landscape.
Serena will have the opportunity to explore the monument, sketch, paint and create in an environment that inspires creativity.
As part of her residency, Richelle will host a public presentation. Additional details about the presentation will be available in the coming weeks. Some of her artwork will become part of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument collection that will contribute to the ongoing dialogue about the intersection of art, conservation and public lands.
