C. Parker Gallery is presenting a groundbreaking photography exhibition titled "Hope and Reverence" at their New York location at 104 Central Park South, featuring the collaborative work of renowned nature photographers Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen. The exhibition, which runs until October 5, 2025, marks the first time these two acclaimed artists have presented an exhibition of this magnitude and scope together in New York City.
The exhibition's title draws inspiration from the artists' current art book projects, with Mittermeier working on "Hope" and Nicklen developing "Reverence." The gallery showcase features more than 40 works, including several pieces that will be exhibited for the first time. Among the new additions are recent works from the photographers' most recent expedition to Africa, offering visitors a fresh perspective on the continent's natural beauty and wildlife.
The timing of this exhibition coincides with several high-profile environmental events in New York City. Mittermeier has been invited to speak at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Cultural Roundtable event during Climate Week NYC, following her earlier presentation this year in Davos for the WEF's flagship annual gathering. This recognition highlights her growing influence in connecting art with environmental advocacy on the global stage.
During their time in New York this month, both artists have been invited to participate in the Atmos Blue Renaissance event at The Frick Collection, which focuses on developing solutions for a living ocean. The same evening, Mittermeier and Nicklen will represent their SeaLegacy.org foundation at an event hosted by President Emmanuel Macron of France, where major new developments regarding the High Seas Treaty's mission to establish marine protected areas worldwide will be announced.
"Our work has always been about connecting people to the beauty and fragility of the natural world, and there is no better moment to ignite that conversation than now," says Paul Nicklen, emphasizing the urgent need for environmental awareness through artistic expression. His words reflect the broader mission that both photographers share in using their art as a catalyst for environmental consciousness and action.
Cristina Mittermeier echoes this sentiment, stating, "Hope and Reverence are, at their heart, a celebration of the natural world. This exhibition is an invitation to pause, to feel, and to see the planet with fresh eyes." She adds, "Through art, we can remind ourselves of all that is still beautiful and worth protecting," highlighting the exhibition's dual purpose of aesthetic appreciation and environmental advocacy.
The exhibition represents a significant moment in contemporary nature photography, bringing together two artists whose work has consistently pushed the boundaries of environmental storytelling through visual media. Visitors to the C. Parker Gallery can experience this remarkable collection at 104 Central Park South, with more information available at www.cparkergallery.com.
