Loveland Garden Club was the proud proposer of Mike Forsberg for the first GCA Photography Medal ever presented. The J. Sherwood Chalmers Medal is awarded for outstanding achievement in the field of photography/photography education as it relates to the purposes of The Garden Club of America. Mike is being honored for his awe-inspiring photography that depicts the beauty and fragility of the Great Plains, along with his passionate commitment to conservation education and environmental action. Babs Weinberg created the portfolio of eight letters of support from Mike’s colleagues and friends, as well as, documentation of his career which was submitted to the GCA Awards Committee. His selection was publicly announced by the GCA in January 2020. Loveland Garden Club proudly celebrates Mike and his incredible photographic works. He is an inspiration to all who see his stunning talent and depictions of love and connection to the natural world.