UPDATED: With Spring Pops a Preview of "Nature Unframed"

The 's "Nature Unframed" exhibits aren't due to open until May 20, but visitors can see a sneak preview of some works now.

According to a release from the Arboretum, a series of 4-foot by 8-foot mirrored letters spelling out “You Are Beautiful” will offer multiple intriguing opportunities for interpretation. "Do they aim to highlight the Arboretum’s natural beauty, the viewers’ own beauty, or should one interpret the words in another way?"

The artists of this work are anonymous, and mirror similar efforts on State Street in Chicago.

The second piece, located along Meadow Lake, features a bundle of fresh tree branches wrapped in a copper bow. It is titled "The Gift."

Updated: April 24, 9 p.m.
Crochet is spreading around the Arboretum grounds! During a visit last Thursday I found Carol Hummel's "lichens" in trees, the Children's Garden, the tram... even fences!

Curious? Click through the gallery above.