‘Garden Night’ to welcome artists

This summer, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden invites visitors to experience a more personal side of celebrated sculptor Seward Johnson in a new indoor exhibition: Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday, on view in the historic DeGolyer House from June 7 through July 31. This intimate showcase features Johnson’s rarely seen hand-painted trays — originally created in the 1960s as gifts for family and friends. Each tray captures a quiet, heartfelt scene from his life in Hopewell, New Jersey; Nantucket, Massachusetts; and Grounds for Sculpture, the 42-acre sculpture park he founded in New Jersey. Blending soft watercolor washes with sculptural textures, the trays reflect the artist’s deep affection for place, memory and the poetry of everyday life. In addition, on June 10, during one of the Arboretum’s Garden Nights, guests are invited to a special VIP “Meet the Artists” event. This exclusive opportunity offers a chance to meet and engage with the local artists behind Trayscapes, adding a personal and interactive touch to the evening’s festivities. Guests will experience firsthand the stories and inspirations that shaped the exhibit, making this Garden Night a truly memorable celebration of art and nature. To plan a visit or learn more, visit dallasarboretum.org. — Anna Jordan