Bug and Insect Illustration (Illustrator)

Colored pencil and watercolor of a Water Boatman with striped folded wings, large eyes and long paddlelike legs.

Water Boatman, colored pencil and watercolor
Commissioned by: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Water boatman, an aquatic insect, was painted by Gina in 2006 in watercolor and colored pencil for Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Long hind legs, a rounded head and patterned wings are visible from above. Fine lines and warm highlights keep the overlapping body parts distinct.