A new nature-focused book by Muskoka artist and writer, Wendie Donabie, debuts at the MAC on Main Art Gallery in Bracebridge on June 2.
Views from the Edge of the Earth presents the beauty of the natural world through poetic musing and images of Donabie’s artwork and photographs. The collection includes seventy-eight poems written in a mix of free verse, narrative, and rhyming styles interspersed with seventy-six black and white images of her original paintings and photos to complement the text. With habitat losses, and species gone or fading fast, the book reminds us of what is in jeopardy.
Donabie says, “For some time, I’ve pondered our fate and our future, seeking a way to help, to give back—to leave behind something of value. That was my purpose in writing this book — to add my voice to those calling for action to protect and preserve this extraordinary planet we call home.”
When Donabie moved to Muskoka in 2010, she immediately connected with the writing and arts communities. She co-founded Muskoka Authors Association in 2015, served on the Board of Directors of Muskoka Arts & Crafts for over five years and is still an active volunteer with both organizations. In 2018, Donabie opened Heron’s Nest Studio Gallery in Bracebridge where she carries her art and that of other Muskoka Artists and books by local authors.
The June 2 event commences with a book signing and runs from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Muskoka Arts and Crafts’ new gallery, 63 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge. Refreshments will be served throughout the event with a short presentation on the creation of the work at 4:30 p.m. Both print and e-book formats of Views from the Edge of the Earth will be released on AMAZON.ca the same day.