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Wonder at the Renwick exhibit by Jennifer Angus

2/27/2018

 
This exhibit was put on in Nov 2015 to May 2016 at the Smithsonian's Renwick as part of the show Wonder. Angus used insects from Malaysia, Thailand, and Papua New Guinea highlighting their beauty by arranging them in an enticing way while highlighting their natural beauty. The pink background of the wall is from the cochineal beetle that has long been used in consumer products to produce a red/pink color to our foods.  More info on Jennifer Angus and her beautiful exhibit can be found at http://www.jenniferangus.com/  and more info about the exhibit can be found here. ​

Photos by Jenna Florio.

    Jenna Florio

    Art is a tool for communication. Science communication is now more important than ever. There is a need to find new ways for scientist to share their work with the public to reach a wider audience. 


    While the role of science influencing art isn't new, here I hope to highlight examples of this happening with entomology inspiring art pieces and in turn help spread wonder about our natural world. As an entomologist and science communicator, sharing an art piece inspired by an insect is a great way to get a conversation about the insect and their role in our environment started. 

    All opinions are my own. 

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