"Adult Leatherback Turtle" by Barbara Bell
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“Leatherback turtles are the largest sea turtles, and among the largest turtles in the world. They are critically endangered. Females return to nest on the beach where they hatched, so it is vital to protect their nesting beaches. The artist studied leatherback turtles for her Masters degree research, and feels a special connection with these gentle giants.”
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Meet the Artist: Barbara Bell
Barbara Bell is a queer, disabled scientist and artist who grew up doodling in the margins of every piece of paper put before her. She is primarily a self-taught artist, though she had the privilege of taking a bioillustration class while in graduate school for biological science studies. During that class, she fell in love with stippling: the art of creating patterns with tiny dots. She was delighted to discover bioillustration, because it combined her two loves: science and art. Barbara works primarily in pencil, pen and acrylic paint.
Barbara’s artwork reflects her deep connection with nature, particularly cold-blooded animals. She enjoys creating art that reflects the essence of her subject while balancing realism with a soft touch of artistic license. She hopes that her art will spark an appreciation for her often-unappreciated subjects in its viewers.