As an illustrator I painted many butterflies and my attachment to them is deep. Butterflies represent transformation, which is something that occurred in my life. I also view them as a beautiful metaphor for grief and death. I have mentioned butterflies in song lyrics for this reason. Below are more illustrations of butterflies and a few close-ups.

I also want to share an illustration of a honeybee.

My blog where I describe my technique with a lot more information is at: 

http://foodartist.wordpress.com

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