For over 40 years, Patrick Dougherty has crafted monumental, site-specific installations from woven willow branches. His 'Stickwork' series transforms simple twigs into architectural forms like arches, towers, and organic enclosures, inviting viewers to wander through and feel enveloped by nature's handiwork.

Dougherty's sculptures often incorporate local materials and gradually become habitats for vines and insects. Works like 'Happy Go Lucky' in Wisconsin change with the seasons, intertwining art and ecology. His semi-retirement hasn't slowed his creative output, and recent exhibitions showcase the collaborative spirit of his practice.