Preserving Eden

Summary

Preserving Eden, The Florida Photographs of Clyde Butcher, explores the breadth and depth of the Florida Landscape, from wetlands to dunes, coastal hammocks to inland swamps. The exhibit depicts the natural beauty and diversity of the land, while highlighting some of its more unique aspects of natural history. His powerful compositions draw us into the depth of the swamps and transport us to the serenity of our tropical waters. Exploring the diversity of the state, Clyde hopes to engage our eyes, emotions, and hearts to move us to action in appreciating the richness of the land.

Contents and Size Requirements

Contents: The exhibit consists of 30 black and white photographs ranging in size from 24” x 30” to 5'’ x 9'. Also included are interpretive labels, five interpretive panels, two DVD programs, and production-ready vinyl files. Size: This exhibit requires 275-375 linear feet.



Security and Price

The Exhibition requires minimum security which includes being placed in a limited access gallery space. The exhibition area must be locked and secured during closing hours. Alarms and/or guards during closed hours are preferred but not required. Environmental requirements include no direct sunlight and functioning fire-protection systems in the exhibition, staging, and storage spaces. Constant temperature and relative humidity conditions should be maintained in accordance with professional museum standards. Price: $4500 plus shipping and insurance for a 12-week booking. Environmental requirements include no direct sunlight and functioning fire-protection systems in the exhibition, staging, and storage spaces. Constant temperature and relative humidity conditions should be maintained in accordance with professional museum standards. Price: $4500 plus shipping and insurance for a 12-week booking.



This .pdf document includes a complete description of security and environmental requirements, a detailed exhibition contents list including titles and sizes, sample didactic panels and labels, and an advertising brochure.


Available Dates and Current Bookings

2014 South Florida Museum Bradenton, FL 2014 Boca Raton Library Boca Raton, FL 2015 Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art Tarpon Springs, FL July - October, 2015 Available November 2, 2015 – January 15, 2016 Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center Punta Gorda, FL February 1 – April 30, 2016 Pending Exhibit May 15 – August 2016 Harrison Arts Lakeland September 15 – December 31, 2016 Tampa Bay History Center Tampa, Florida January 15 – March 30, 2017 Available April 15 – June 30, 2017 Available July 15 – September 30, 2017 Available October 15 – December 31, 2017 Available January 15 – March 31, 2018 Available April 15 – June 30, 2018 Available July 15 – September 30, 2018 Available October 15 – December 31, 2018 Available