Presenter - Carol Mundy

We all know his name, but what do we know about his life? Vincent Van Gogh endeavored to tell his story through his work as a student then teacher, a minister and artist. Join us for this presentation by Naturalist Carol Mundy, where we will look at how nature inspired Van Gogh’s art and discuss some of his unpleasant connections to the earth, such as his exposure to naturally occurring elements, minerals and botanicals that affected his physical and mental health.

As a naturalist, speaker and writer Carol Mundy taught for the University of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Park District, leading classes on urban wildlife issues, native plants, weed identification and the historical uses of plants. She continues to offer lectures and workshops in her “retirement.” One of her favorite botanical projects was the design of the historical medicine display for The Ohio Governors’ Residence Heritage Garden & Lloyd Medicinal Garden.

Carol is the recipient of the Citation for Horticulture Education from the Garden Club of Ohio and the long-time host of a weekly radio program “Outdoor Life” on WMKV, featuring unique topics and interviews tying together nature, science, art and culture.