Poetry and photography inspired by nature, Kathryn Schmeiser's "Love of Nature" is an elegant joining of her nature photography and poetic observations. Combining images of the natural world with melodic poems, Schmeiser faithfully follows van Gogh's imperative that to understand art, one must love nature. This book is an artful, beautiful rendering of the natural world.



The author will donate her "Love of Nature" profits to the western North Carolina chapter of Arts For Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting pediatric patients and families through arts education and engagement. Through educational art programs, they enrich patient's lives, nurture their minds and spirits, and encourage positive healthcare experiences for children and their families. What better way to honor the memory of Vincent van Gogh!