Where do you source your specimens?

All specimens are legally and responsibly sourced, any UK native insects are also found via natural death (wild-collected). Exotic/non-native species are sourced responsibly from a variety of sources both in the UK and abroad. All insects are pinned and set by me. I have friends and contacts abroad who send me natural death specimens, as well as a small selection of sustainable insect breeding programs in tropical countries. I do not work with cites/protected or endangered species, with the exception of comissions on personal pets where the specimen is provided by the customer.

How do i ensure my artwork lasts?

In order to keep your piece looking its best, proper placement and regular dussting are essential. It is vital to keep your artwork away from damp. Damage from water can usually not be salvaged so this is really important. Display out of direct sunlight as this will cause fading from UV damage. Also consider children and pets when positioning your piece, cats in particular.

I do not recommend opening pieces as this can introduce moisture. Don't use water to remove residual dust, this will cause drag from the duster/paintbrush on the piece and damage it. Water will also matte the metal and cause water spots.

It is advisable to spray the backs of frames periodically with an insecticide to prevent small pest insects from damaging your collection.

Do you still teach pinning and preservation?

In 2024 I will be taking a break from teaching pinning classes.

will my order arrive in time for chirstmas?

I ship via Royal Mail 2nd Class Signed For and international orders are sent International Tracked. Please check the Royal Mail website for up to date shipping times around Christmas. Once an order has shipped I have no further control of it, so please order in plenty of time. I will announce my final shipping date on my social media, but generally this is 10 days before Christmas. Once that date has passed, I will hold orders until the new year and ship in January.