As I have been talking about moths and butterflies and others lately, I am sharing the paintings on display inside the visitor center. This is truly incredible art. I have provided links where you can see an actual photo.
My first is of the butterfly (and moth) display in the visitor center. It was on the right as you walk through the doors. I wish I had taken more notice as there are artist tags identifying them. They have a very nice butterfly garden inside a section of the Conservatory, which is in the large greenhouse structure that you will see once you get outside. It is in the next photo in the background. The frog fountain is a definite favorite of mine.
The exhibit is on the walls of a very long hallway on the left. These paintings are by Deborah Davis. Link here to see these paintings.
The ID is at the top of each photo on my collage below. I could have happily pulled up a chair to study each painting. The detailing was exceptional.
I have included additional links below for more information.
Here is a pretty graphic I found on pixabay.com
Thanks for looking and
I hope your day is a great one.
These are so stunning and she is very talented. The Oakworm Moth would look exactly like fall leaves!
ReplyDeleteI agree Ginny, on her talent and about the fall leaves :)
DeleteIncredible beauty in moths we usually overlook...
ReplyDeleteNature is truly magnificent.
This botanical garden is very interesting.
Thank you, Denise,
for these photos, the information, and the links!!🧡
Totally agree and you are very welcome Katerina :)
DeleteSo amazing and beautiful, such talented people who can paint these delightful creatures.
ReplyDeleteThere are some amazingly talented people out there, aren't there Margaret? :)
DeleteThe butterfly exhibit would have drawn me in like iron filings to a magnet!
ReplyDeleteA great analogy David, I am looking forward to going back once the weather cools down a bit :)
DeleteQuite a few species SEEM to have eyes on their wings.
ReplyDeleteThey do John, I suppose it's evolution's protection of the species :)
DeleteThese are all absolutely beautiful. I enjoyed seeing them
ReplyDeleteThat's great, thank you Ann :)
DeleteThese are just amazing. I can see why you took photos of them. They almost look real because the artist did such a great job. Aren't luna moths just lovely?
ReplyDeleteThank you Erika, I thought so too :) Luna Moths are lovely!
Deletethey all look so real, I expect them to take flight in a moment. Awesome paintings. You need to get that frog fountain for your yard on your next birthday to make up for the lunch on the one just past.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts exactly Sandra :) I would LOVE that frog fountain. I wonder if they would miss it? Hahaha! You've given me an idea ;)
DeleteSo interesting and unique. Have a beautiful day!
ReplyDeleteA great description :) Thank you Ellen, you too!
DeleteYou have such amazing things—I am absolutely blown away by these paintings and everything else; they are a delight to look at. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Elke
So glad you enjoyed looking at them dear Elke and you are very welcome :) Hugs, Denise
DeleteThese are very beautiful. Wow -- wish I could paint like that1
ReplyDeleteI agree Jeanie and please don't sell yourself short. You are a wonderful artist and I truly believe if you tackled these, you would bring joy to us all :)
DeleteMoths don't get enough attention. They can be gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI agree 100 percent Sandra :) These paintings reminded me of that very thing.
DeleteAwesome moth!
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne :)
DeleteLovely moths.
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine :)
DeleteDenise I needed this beautiful post MOL
ReplyDeleteYesterday we had new washer and dryer (replacing mi 18 year old pair) delivered and set up. They no longer come with owner's manuals well the do but zero info on the control panel except quick start...and my brain
does nothing quickly. I managed to get a week's worth of laundry done yesterday and today...trial and ERROR. I will be call Whirlpool tomorrow
Hugs Brainless in Raleigh
Cecilia
I'm happy about that Cecilia, especially with the frustration of your new washer and dryer. Been there, done that :) The learning curve is a real pain and your brain is fine. It's always this way my dear friend. Too cute Brainless in Raleigh and hugs from Brainless in Northern Virginia, lol! Denise
DeleteI like the pink Tiger moth. I also like graphic. I didn't realize there were so many moths!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sandie, I was amazed at how many there were when I started checking after seeing this exhibit :)
DeleteI have butterflies all over my bedroom. But some of those moths are just as pretty. I love butterflies, especially blue and purple ones.
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful, I love butterfly decorations too. Yes on the moths. Blue and purples are two lovely colors :)
DeleteWhat a beautiful place to view art. I just love it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome Gigi, I do too. Always makes me happy looking at art :)
DeleteGoodness ... these are beautiful, I did enjoy seeing them.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
So glad Jan, and thank you for sharing that. All the best, Denise
DeleteWe know far too little about butter flies. They are beautiful and there are many species.
ReplyDeleteI agree Red and I would like to learn more :)
DeleteMuy lindo. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteMe alegra que te haya gustado. ¡Gracias! Te mando un beso.
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