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The Madagascar Sunset Moth

Butterflies often steal the spotlight, but moths are every bit as fascinating—and in my opinion, some are even more spectacular.

One of my favorite species is the Madagascan Sunset Moth (Urania ripheus). With its iridescent greens, blues, oranges, reds, and purples, it looks almost too beautiful to be real. Every time I paint one, I’m reminded that nature is the greatest artist of all.

In this self-paced class you’ll learn how to create a scientifically accurate painting of this extraordinary species while building skills you can apply to painting butterflies, moths, and other insects.

Here’s what you’ll receive:

  • Lifetime access—learn at your own pace and revisit the lessons anytime.
  • 22 step by step instructional videos
  • Insect anatomy unfold through precise demonstrations via videos and printable handouts.
  • Topics include: Moth Anatomy, Scaling up and down specimens, accurate color mixing and application.
  • For beginning as well as advanced artists who want a thorough progression in drawing and painting insects.
  • Handouts included with reference photos and suggested online resources for purchasing ethically sourced specimens.
  • Bonus Lesson: Learn how to render the same moth in colored pencil, giving you two different approaches to illustrating this incredible insect.
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  • Drawing Supply List

Cost: $99

Testimonial

Mindy is an amazing teacher. Her lessons are so incredibly well thought out. She never forgets to explain anything we might have difficulty with. The lessons are organized into manageable steps of difficulty. The explanations of things like perspective and how to prepare a surface with graphite for drawing are perfect. I have complete confidence in her program and I am really enjoying it.
~ Ingrid S, Vancouver BC