Entomology Portfolio

Entomology Illustration Portfolio by Michele Graham

Documenting Insect Anatomy & Biodiversity

Welcome to the Entomology Illustration Portfolio of Michele Graham, where artistic skill meets scientific curiosity. This collection highlights large-scale, highly detailed insect artwork created from specimens in collaboration with the C. P. Gillette Museum of Arthropod Diversity at Colorado State University, one of the region’s most comprehensive arthropod collections with millions of specimens representing tens of thousands of insect species.

These illustrations are designed to celebrate insect form, reveal structural complexity, and support scientific communication whether for research documentation, education, or conservation awareness.

Large-Scale, High-Detail Insect Artwork

Insect anatomy can be astonishing in its intricacy and diversity. Michele’s entomological work showcases this richness through:

Detailed anatomical renderings emphasizing morphology and structure.
Magnified views that reveal features too subtle to see with the naked eye.
Composition and texture that honor both scientific accuracy and artistic nuance.

By enlarging microscopic traits into fine art-quality pieces, these illustrations bring insect biodiversity into a form that’s both visually compelling and scientifically valuable.

Conservation & Scientific Communication Through Art

Entomology isn’t just about study it’s about understanding our world. Insects serve as essential indicators of ecosystem health, and visual art can help bridge science and public appreciation. Through her illustrations, Michele contributes to meaningful dialogue around biodiversity, conservation awareness, and the elegance of the arthropod world.

Whether used in scientific publications, exhibitions, or educational materials, these works deepen understanding while inviting curiosity about the smaller creatures that shape our environment.

Examples from the Gillette Museum Collection

Featured works in this portfolio are based on specimens from the Gillette Museum’s extensive holdings, which include diverse insect orders and represent a broad spectrum of arthropod morphology. Each piece reflects careful observation and artistic dedication to capturing form, proportion, and biological detail.

For inquiries about prints, licensing, or custom entomology illustration projects, contact Michele to bring your scientific visuals to life.

The Entomology Portfolio is an ongoing project with the support of Dr. Chuck Harp,
Professor of Entomology, Director, C. P. Gillette Museum of Arthropod Diversity at Colorado State University.

Signed, limited edition prints of 20 of the insects are available upon request. They are printed on heavy weight photo-rag paper. Contact me for prices and details.