I have always been drawn to butterflies. They are ornate, intricate, detailed and delicate little creatures that flit in and out of my life creating awe and offering me the opportunity to pause and be grateful for the beauty that surrounds me.

With this zebra swallowtail metal butterfly sculpture I wanted to show the incredible natural beauty of uncolored, unaltered stainless steel. I felt it also allowed the colored parts of the wings to really pop and have a different presence than if the whole piece were colored. It was a fun challenge to try and make large sheets of metal feel weightless and alive.

This Zebra Swallowtail butterfly sculpture is wall hanging, made entirely of stainless steel, colored using only heat patinas, and is safe to be kept outdoors!