Drawing Connections: Meghan Hollister’s Work in Art and Environment

In this episode of Talking Art, Tech/Arts Education Specialist Meghan Hollister joins the conversation to discuss her recent work illustrating a map of the Quad Cities Ecological Corridor for the National Wildlife Federation in collaboration with Quad City Arts. Meghan shares insight into her creative process, how she approaches translating complex environmental systems into visual storytelling, and the role art can play in deepening our understanding of place.

The conversation also explores her work as an educator and her passion for connecting students and communities to the natural world through art. With support from a recent Quad City Arts grant, Meghan looks ahead to leading new workshops that continue to blend creativity, education, and ecological awareness.