by Mindy Lighthipe | Art For Conservation, Butterfly Art, Costa Rica, Experimentation Sparks Creativity, Inspiration
Through an Artist’s Eyes — When people learn that I spent more than a decade as a professional handweaver before becoming a botanical and natural science illustrator, they often ask what inspired such a dramatic career change. The truth is, it wasn’t as...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art For Conservation, Bird Art, Conservation, Costa Rica, Workshops
My art business is expanding in some exciting new ways! Last November, I traveled to Colombia to scout a potential destination for future art, culture, and photography adventures—and it completely exceeded my expectations. Colombia is a breathtaking country, rich in...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art For Conservation, Bird Art, How-To, Workshops
From Colombia to the Studio: A New 4-Week Hummingbird Art Class This past November, I was incredibly fortunate to travel to Colombia to explore a potential new destination for future traveling art workshops. I went with curiosity—and came home completely inspired....
by Mindy Lighthipe | Animal Portraits, Art For Conservation, Conservation, Environmental Concerns, Light on Form, Uncategorized
Protecting Florida’s Black Bears: Art for Conservation I am deeply saddened by the decision of Florida Wildlife Commission to vote on allowing a bear hunt. This October, Florida’s black bears face a new threat — a scheduled bear hunt that could endanger not only...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Animal Rescue, Art Destinations, Art For Conservation, Conservation, Uncategorized
Discover the Wonders of Peru with Me: Machu Picchu & the Amazon – July 18 – 27, 2025 I am super excited to announce a new and thrilling journey to Peru! After over 30 years of leading artistic adventures to Costa Rica, I’ve decided it’s time to venture...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Animal Rescue, Art For Conservation, Conservation, Uncategorized
Celebrate World Lemur Day and Support the Incredible Work of Chase Wildlife Sanctuary October 25 is World Lemur Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical conservation needs of lemurs, the most endangered group of mammals on the planet. Did you know...
