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Courtney Dudley’s Chimera Obscura at the Catskills Visitor Center: A Sculptural Portal Into Light, Time, and Nature


  • Catskills Visitor Center 5096 New York 28 Mount Tremper, NY, 12457 United States (map)

From October 10–12, step inside Courtney Dudley’s immersive outdoor sculpture, inspired by the camera obscura. Its silk-dyed exterior glistens in daylight, while inside, a single pinhole of light projects an evolving image of the Catskills landscape.

Explore natural dyes, optical phenomena, and a meditative sensory experience that connects art, nature, and time. Witness cyanotype prints created onsite and discover how Dudley blends craft, science, and environmental storytelling.

About the Artist

Courtney Dudley is a multidisciplinary artist working at the intersection of fiber art, natural history, and embodied experience. Her “Chimeras” combine scientific processes with intuitive craft, exploring themes of hybridity, transformation, and environmental consciousness. Dudley’s work has been described as “painting with time”—a blend of sculpture, ritual, and visual storytelling that invites viewers into both wonder and inquiry.

Visitors of all ages are welcome for free—experience this interactive artwork during daylight hours (weather dependent).

Earlier Event: October 9
Hike to Mount Tremper Fire Tower
Later Event: October 10
Fall Birding Walk