
CREATED USING LOCALLY FORAGED ITEMS, LOCAL FLOWERS, + INSECTS
Using local flowers and foraged materials from Central Pennsylvania, every mushroom, leaf, and fallen petal is painstakingly chosen and placed in each still-life piece. Creating a moment in nature paused to be admired and appreciated, adding a perfect touch of curiosity to any home.
Blinded Sphinx Moth with
P. austrosinese lichen
and various mushrooms
ABOUT ME
I have always had a deep love for all creatures for as long as I can remember, especially insects. As a kid, I made environments for any insects I would find and brought them into my room. From Black Field Crickets that would chirp me to sleep at night, to my first stag beetle I named Betsyāadoring the unique beauty and surprises they bring, from their fuzzy bodies to their delicate antennae. Insects have always fascinated me.
Since becoming a mom and transitioning from my previous career as a photographer, I've been on a journey of self-discovery. I've dabbled in various art forms, some that have stuck with me and others that have faded
away, enjoying the process of learning new crafts. Then, one day, I stumbled upon insect pinning. It was like a light bulb went off ā I could take a gorgeous little beetle and create something new with it. I rekindled the curiosity and wonder I had as a child, merging my love of the forest and flowers and collecting with my curiosity and love of insects.
Creating each still-life piece represents a part of myself that I thought was lost, and it feels incredible to have rediscovered it. I can't wait to continue this journey, grow my skills, and make more beautiful and captivating pieces for others to enjoy in their homes.
MY WORK
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01. Common Buckeye Butterfly with Gilled Polypore, Pinwheel Mushrooms, and other foraged items.
02. Sawtooth Scarab Beetles fighting over a female amongst foraged items.
03. Spicebush Swallowtail Butterfly with found Lancaster County Quartz, local Scabiosa Pods, and other foraged items.
04. Paper Kite Butterfly with local Poppy Pods other foraged items.
05. Clipper Butterfly with Gilled Polypore Mushrooms, Lichen and other foraged items.
Sawtooth Scarab Beetles fighting over a female amongst foraged items.
INTERESTED IN A CUSTOM
STILL-LIFE PIECE?
I love creating custom still-life pieces! If you have a favorite arthropod in mind, like a butterfly or beetle, Iād be thrilled to craft something special for you. Just fill out my custom still-life form below, and I'll get back to you soon!