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  "Inquisitive Newt" is a photograph by Ian Nelson taken in 2023 and depicting a newt swimming through underwater vegetation at Annadel Pond, Trione-Annadel State Park, located in Santa Rosa, California.
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  "Awestruck" is a photograph taken by Ian Nelson of lightning striking over the Grand Canyon.
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  "Colossal Roar" is a photograph by Ian Nelson, taken in 2025 and depicting an elephant seal mid-roar in Point Reyes, California.
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  Pacific Grove Monarchs, photographed by Ian Nelson in 2022 and entitled "Coming Together"
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  Nāpali Coast of Kauai, Hawaii. Photo by Ian Nelson, taken in 2023 and entitled "Serenity"
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  Pacific Grove Monarchs photograph by Ian Nelson, taken in November 2022.
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  Pelican's Paradise at Goat Rock in Bodega Bay, Sonoma County. Photo by Ian Nelson, taken in October of 2018.
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  Bodega Bay peregrine falcons at sunset, photo by Ian Nelson, taken in June of 2020.

About the Exhibit

The 2025 exhibit, “Sacred Habitat: Visions of Ian Nelson,” takes audiences on a journey through California’s wildlife. It features diverse landscapes, captured by photographer Ian Nelson. Ian is known for his artistic sensibility and storytelling approach. His unique vision reveals nature’s intricate beauty.

In this exhibit, Ian showcases cascading waterfalls and vibrant clusters of butterflies. He also highlights forests recovering from wildfires. Each piece emphasizes the delicate balance sustaining our ecosystems. It encourages viewers to reflect on relationships within the natural world.

The photographs and films possess a subtle quality that draws viewers in. Ian’s art goes beyond representation; it serves as a reminder of nature’s essence. It emphasizes that nature is a sacred gift deserving appreciation. The Pepperwood “Sacred Habitat” Exhibition features film screenings exploring these themes in depth. The Pepperwood Gallery displays Ian’s global photography, each piece telling its own story. Visitors will leave with a profound sense of stewardship and renewed appreciation for beauty.