Exquisite Creatures: Insect Art by Christopher Marley 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Christopher Marley Mosaic: Beetles (order Coleoptera) and true bugs (Hemiptera) Exquisitely beautiful, the beetles in this tiled arrangement induce wonder. Christopher Marley’s thoughtful arrangements of outrageous color—natural and not enhanced digitally—invite us to contemplate these creatures’ breathtaking allure. Marley asserts that an increased appreciation for these jewel-like beasts can help slow the willful destruction of their habitat—which, unlike individual collection, is the only true threat an insect species faces. Cozy up with these fine specimens while you complete this 1,000-piece puzzle, and you’ll come away with a new appreciation for bugs in general.

Christopher Marley

Oregon artist Christopher Marley (American, b. 1969) spent his childhood catching snakes, raising lizards, and dreaming of Komodo dragons, but he was terrified of anything with more than four legs. As an adult, Marley became fascinated by insects’ jewel-like colors, incredible shapes, and perfect mechanics, which led him to visit remote locales, collecting and observing insects, birds, reptiles, and other creatures in their native habitats. With each preserved organism displayed in its natural state—with colors true to life—Marley transforms specimens into stunning works of art. The creatures presented in his designs are collected in an environmentally sensitive way. For eye-popping proof that the world is indeed full of wonders, look no further than the exquisite creatures in Marley’s striking compositions.