Inspired by the complex beauty of the Vanessa Atalanta butterfly, this 3D light sculpture explores the duality of nature through form, texture, and illumination. Drawing from the butterfly’s contrasting wing surfaces—the vivid, mate-attracting ventral side and the bark-like, camouflaging dorsal side—the piece captures the tension between display and disguise.

Crafted from warm-toned wood, the structure embodies the strength and rigidity of wing scales, forming a solid architectural foundation. Bright orange embroidery string is delicately woven throughout, echoing the intricate, transparent qualities of the butterfly’s wings in motion. The interplay of these materials creates a sculptural light piece that is both grounded and ethereal—celebrating the balance between resilience and fragility found in nature.