over the last 3 years, melissa bryant has changed the proverbial landscape of what modern, nature-based illustrations & education look like. in a photo-realistic, yet unique and modern style, they have created over 1500 locally native flora & fauna, etc species through rich & vibrant colored pencil drawings. these are arranged by collection, from class to family, and also by color, with much thought given to clean design and species identification.

the combination of growing up in the woods, completing an advanced master naturalist program some 8 years ago, and poking around in wild areas as much as possible have all been inspiring to this artist. they are thankful to exist & create in the intersection of education, nature, and art.