Project Holocene — Traveling Exhibition
Bringing Endangered Animals
to Life in Spaces of All Sizes.
Project Holocene is a traveling exhibition of large-scale illuminated paintings of endangered animals. We partner with a select number of venues each year.
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The Exhibit.
Each Project Holocene painting is a large-scale mixed media work on backlit fabric, available in sizes ranging from 4×5 to 5×8 feet. Illuminated with LED lighting, the works are equally striking in daytime gallery settings and dramatically captivating in darkened spaces.
Each painting is accompanied by conservation signage specific to the species represented, providing educational context that deepens the visitor experience.
An optional projected film component — showing the creation of the drawings in real time — adds a dynamic layer for venues seeking a more immersive experience.
LED Illuminated
Backlit fabric works
Conservation Signage
Species-specific context
Film Component
Optional projection layer
The Collection
The Animals.
Project Holocene features over 90 detailed works spanning mammals, birds, reptiles, aquatic species, and invertebrates. Exhibitions can be themed to align with your institution's mission and existing programming.
General Collection
A curated cross-section of species from across the full Project Holocene catalog.
Available for themed exhibitions
Aquatic Species
Sharks, rays, sea turtles, whales, and other marine life rendered at monumental scale.
Available for themed exhibitions
Garden & Pollinators
Bees, butterflies, beetles, and the flowering ecosystems they sustain.
Available for themed exhibitions
African & North American Species
Lions, elephants, wolves, bison, and the landscapes they define.
Available for themed exhibitions
Mammals
A broad survey of endangered mammals from every continent.
Available for themed exhibitions
Birds & Reptiles
Raptors, songbirds, crocodilians, and lizards in extraordinary detail.
Available for themed exhibitions
Venue Packages
Venue Packages.
All packages include LED lighting, conservation signage, installation guide, and remote installation support. Shipping billed separately.
Intimate Scale
Core Edition
4 to 5 Paintings — 4×5 or 4×6 works
Purpose-built for smaller and non-traditional spaces. The closer viewing distance of a focused gallery creates a powerful connection between visitor and animal. Ideal for university galleries, nature centers, libraries, hospital campuses, corporate sustainability installations, airport gallery programs, and conservation organization spaces.
Approximately 300–500 sq ft — 3 month minimum
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Standard Edition
6 to 8 Paintings — 4×5, 4×6, or 5×6 works
The most versatile package for mid-size venues. Works well as a dedicated temporary exhibition or complement to existing permanent collections. Ideal for community museums, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and science centers.
Approximately 600–900 sq ft — 3 month minimum
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Full Exhibition
10 to 12+ Paintings — All sizes available
The complete Project Holocene experience for larger institutions with dedicated gallery space. Currently on exhibition at the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Phoenix Zoo.
1,000+ sq ft — Pricing on request
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Why Project Holocene.
The exhibit works because it operates at the intersection of art, science, and conservation — a combination that resonates with broad audiences while supporting institutional education and mission goals.
The illuminated format is visually unlike anything most visitors have encountered, creating a memorable and shareable experience. The works are equally compelling for children and adults, making Project Holocene a strong programming anchor for family-focused institutions.
Conservation signage on each species provides curriculum-ready educational content for schools and student groups.
Art & Science
Resonates across audiences
All Ages
Children and adults alike
Curriculum-Ready
Schools and student groups
Project Holocene is currently on exhibition at the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Phoenix Zoo.
Availability
We partner with a select number of venues each year. Exhibitions are scheduled on a rolling basis, with venues typically booking three to six months in advance. Early inquiry is encouraged.
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