I’m thrilled that Barry Van Dusen is MABA’s newest Artist in Residence. Over the next two years, Barry will travel across the state, visiting many of Mass Audubon’s 56 wildlife sanctuaries, and chronicling the rich and diverse landscapes, habitats, and wildlife found on our extraordinary array of properties.
Barry at Wachusett Meadow
Barry has a long association with Mass Audubon, as an illustrator for our publications for nearly 30 years. But beyond his remarkable illustration work, he has established himself as an internationally recognized fine artist, focusing on the natural world, and most often, birds.
Barry’s residency will culminate in an exhibition at MABA, but you will get a sneak peek at his paintings and the stories behind them by checking out his postings here in MABA’s Taking Flight blog.
Although he will not literally be residing at MABA, the Mass Audubon sanctuaries will be his home away from home while he works on this project. So when you hit the trails at your favorite Mass Audubon sanctuary, be prepared to turn a corner, and come upon Barry at work! Check out his first post.
Amy Montague, MABA director