Butterflies and Moths

Artist Statement

The wildlife of the boreal biome and its surrounding ecotones has always evoked wonder in me. Originally inspired by visits to the North Shore, I am fascinated by the mystery, hardiness and quiet beauty embodied by northern creatures.

In Boreal Series, I capture this sense of wonder through graphite drawings and mixed media pieces that depict these creatures in imagined settings. I use the soft, shadowy texture of graphite to accentuate their ethereal qualities, and pastels, colored pencils, and textiles to bring their vivid colors and textures to life. Through a personal visual language of patterns, symbols and surreal elements, I explore not only their physical forms, but also the emotions, memories and meanings they inspire in me.

As a whole, the series portrays an alternate boreal-like reality where nature and imagination intertwine. The resulting imagery invites viewers to reflect on the natural world and what it might stir within themselves.