Speciman No 3: Aventurine Crownback (Emerald & Green Aventurine) Janet Liesemer I sat several feet away

I sat several feet away from the den for a few evenings

my primary intent is to evoke awe and admiration for the beauty of nature

resin in pottery

Carved freehand to reveal delicate botanical designs

I use this special paper when I want to show the lovely dense fur on an animal

Speciman No 3: Aventurine Crownback (Emerald & Green Aventurine) Janet Liesemer I sat several feet awayMedium: Paper clay, watercolour board, acrylic, alcohol ink, yupo, resin, semi precious stones, Swarovski crystal on wood block Dimensions: 4x4 Reimagining the tradition of preserved specimens found in cabinets of curiosity and natural history collections, each is hand sculpted, painted, and resin finished on gilded grounds. Every specimen carries its own jewel like detail of crystals, stones, and gilding, but together they form a luminous collection