Every seed we plant grows a future. 🌱 This Earth Day, let’s remember – even the smallest actions can blossom into something big. Reduce your waste, pick up trash, plant a tree – every step counts towards a healthier planet. What will you do to show your love for Earth today? 🌍💚 #EarthDay #EveryActionCounts #ProtectOurPlanet @onetreeplanted

Calling all beetle lovers! 🪲✨ My new collection of postcards featuring 4 of my recent beetle illustrations has landed in my webshop! Each card showcases a unique species in all their beautiful detail. Which one is your favourite? Swipe through to see all four! ➡️ They're perfect for: 🖤 Spreading some beetle love to a friend 👋 Saying "hi" in the most entomologically-elegant way possible 🪲 Starting your very own mini beetle art collection Head over to my webshop (link in bio) to grab yours today! . . . . . . . #beetleart #snailmail #natureart #postcards #newcollection #shopsmall #newarrivals #etsyseller #entomologyart

Just pinned this stunning Rainbow Milkweed Locust (Phymateus saxosus) for an upcoming illustration. Their bright colors are a warning to predators - they feed on toxic milkweed plants! . . . . . #entomology #rainbowinsect #natureisbeautiful #locust #insectart

Jelly ♥️ Bob! (But needs some me-time now) This is Jelly, the Savage flower beetle. She’s been getting to know Bob for over a week, and now it’s time for her to focus on, well, being a mother beetle! Wish her luck as she hopefully starts laying eggs in her new temporary home! . . . . . . #savageflowerbeetle #beetlebreeding #nextgeneration #entomology #insectbreeding #futuremom

Capture the wonder of nature with this beautiful stag beetle fine art print! 🪲✨
#NatureArt #BeetlePrints This stunning fine art print features the magnificent Stag Beetle Odontolabis ludekingi, a stag beetle known for its dramatic contrast. The deep black body is offset by rich yellow/brown elytra, creating a captivating display of nature’s artistry. Giclée prints with archival inks on 308g, 100% cotton paper. Two sizes available: 🌿 21x30cm (8.3” x 11.7”) 🌿 15x20cm (5.9”x7.9”) Available on my Etsy store. Link in bio. Or DM. Original artwork 21x30cm on Fabriano Artistico 300g paper using Polychromos colour pencils. DM if you’re interested. This artwork is crafted from my personal collection of sustainably sourced insects, serving as direct inspiration for my illustrations, resulting in truly distinctive artwork. For every print sold a tree will be planted in association with One Tree Planted. . . . . . . #illustrator #etsy #etsyshop #etsyseller #beetle #beetleart #insect #entomologyart #bug #entomologyartist #entomologycollection #insectart #wildlifeart #insectlovers #insectcollection #insectagram #insectsofinstagram #stagbeetle #odontolabisludekingi #coleoptera #onetreeplanted #PrintsForSale #NaturePrints #BeetleArtPrints #InsectPrints #NatureArtPrints #PrintsAvailable #NatureLoversPrints

About halfway there with this dahlia! 🌸✨ Dahlias are so intricate, but so rewarding to draw. Patience is definitely key! . . . . . . #pencildrawing #flowerpower #botanicalart #halfwaythere #dahlia #polychromos #colourpencil #fabercastell #flowerart #dahliaseason #pinkflowers #patienceisavirtue #photorealism

Calling all beetle enthusiasts! 🪲✨ Four of my favourite beetle illustrations are buzzing their way to my shop in the coming days as brand new postcards! Stay tuned for the official launch announcement! #newarrivals #beetlelove #entomologyart #illustration #postcards #comingsoon #beetleart #etsyseller #insectart #realart #supportsmallbusiness

Stag Beetle - Odontolabis ludekingi Finished this stag beetle today with my trusty Polychromos pencils & fine liners! Love the details in its armor. What do you think of this incredible insect? . . . . . . #artoftheday #illustration #stagbeetle #odontolabisludekingi #polychromospencils #fineliners #fabercastell #detailedart #insectsofinstagram #naturelovers #beetle #entomology #beetleart #insect #insectsofinstagram #stagbeetle #odontolabisludekingi #bugs #artist #realart #passion #hobby #insectlovers

Help a bug out! 🪲 Time to pick my next drawing subject, and I would love your help! Which insect would you love to see come to life on paper? 1. Blue weevil 2. Red-winged grasshopper 3. Horned flower beetle 4. Green flower beetle Let me know in the comments which one gets your vote! . . . . . . #insectart #entomology #needinspiration #yourchoice #getcreative #beetleart #flowerchafer #entomologyart #grasshopper #weevil #artistsoninstagram

Taking you behind the scenes of my beetle drawing process! 🪲📷✏️🖤💛✨ This piece involves referencing both a pinned beetle and a photograph to capture all the details. Feel free to ask if you’re curious about the specific materials I’m using or any of my techniques. #drawingprocess #beetleart #colouredpencildrawing #artoftheday #creatingart #polychromospencils #finelinerart

✨GIVEAWAY ALERT! ✨ I’m BUZZING with excitement to celebrate reaching 2,000 incredible nature loving followers! To show my gratitude, I’m giving 3 lucky winners their pick of ANY print or poster from my web shop (beetles, butterflies, a blue bee and even a dazzling kingfisher await!)
BONUS! Everyone who enters will receive a special (and generous) discount code for my web shop! To enter just do the following:
 ✅ Like this post
 ✅ Follow me @coleoptera.art
 ✅ Tag a friend who would love some beautiful nature art in their home!
 ➕ For an extra chance, share this post in your stories Easy-peasy. 😎 I will randomly select the winners on Sunday 7th April at 9pm CET (2024). 🏆 Good luck everyone, and a HUGE thank you for being part of my amazing community!🤞 Oh, and I will also plant 3 trees in association with @onetreeplanted! 🌲 . . . . . . . . . * Any customs duty and/or taxes are the responsibility of the giveaway recipient. Per Instagram rules, this promotion is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use. #giveaway #artgiveaway #insectsofinstagram #entomologyartist #instagiveaway #nature #wildlife #supportsmallbusiness #onetreeplanted #contest #entomology #naturelover #insects #poster #artprint #natureart

✨Celebrating 50 with 50% Off! ✨ To celebrate five incredible decades, I’m offering a special discount on my most beloved poster, “Coleoptera”! 🪲 For this week only, get 50% off with the code HAPPY50TH. Head over to my shop (link in bio) to grab yours at half price! *Offer available between 25-31 March 2024 P.S. Don’t forget to tag a friend who might love this deal! . . . . . . . #50thanniversary #gratefulheart #coleopteralove #artoftheday #50andfabulous #goldenbirthday #beetlelover #coleoptera #artofsale #supportsmallbusiness #50thbirthday #beetleart #artforsale #posterdesign #insectsofinstagram #celebrateyourself #celebratelife #coleoptera