Project Art for Nature

Elaine Evans

I have always been fascinated by nature. Its beauty and truth has had a profound impact on my life. I chose to study biology so I could learn more about what had always fascinated me. The more I learn about biology, the greater my curiosity becomes. I am drawn to things that are often ignored due to their esoteric nature. Insects and their relatives have been the focus of my scientific and artistic studies. Insects serve many important ecological roles and yet are rarely protected by conservation efforts.
It is difficult to capture the magic of the natural world in artwork but this challenge excites me. I have worked in scientific illustration, painting, printmaking, and fiber arts. I am excited to combine fiber art with the more or less two-dimensional media such as printmaking. Natural fibers bring with them a randomness and earthiness that convey some of the raw power of nature.