The Bug project
- Erna van Dyk
- Jan 1
- 1 min read
A year with bugs! A fun paint-along project.
In 2025 the bug project was a unique yearlong artistic journey where we explored the world of bugs / insects / things with wings or what every you want to call it. So paint with me every month a different bug... In my videos I share watercolor as my medium but of course it is open to any medium.
When I was done with mine I cut all of them out and made an accordion journal. That's where I went i bit to the mixed media side with collage and stencil and even stitching.
Hard to take a proper photo of the journal.
Here are the months kinda group together.
Paint yours!
12 Bugs to follow along in watercolor.
Supplies:
Pencil
Templates
Tape to Tape down Templates
Watercolor Paper
Paint Brushes, various sizes
Watercolor Paint
Cup of Water
Towel
January: Firebug
Template
February: White Admiral Butterfly
Template
March: Picasso Bug
Template
April: Royal Goliath Beetle
Template
May: Bumble Bee
Template
June: Flower Beetle
Template
July: Jewel Scarab Beetle
Template
August: Dragonfly
Template
September: Harlequin Bug
Template
October: Black Swallowtail Butterfly
Template
November: Brass Scarab Beetle
Template
December: Cecropia Moth
Template
The bug project was interesting because it highlights curiosity-driven learning and how small scientific ideas can grow into bigger research questions. I once worked on a biology assignment where observing insects helped me understand ecosystems better. At that time, I searched for hire someone to do my aleks math homework while managing a heavy academic schedule. Even small projects can spark a deeper interest in science.
The Bug Project odd title. I am a PhD student. Part-time at Last-Minute Assignments. My college coding projects had real bugs I couldn't fix. I was so stuck I’d think Just Do My computer science Assignment so I can start fresh. Your post makes me curious what this project is. I'm curious. Software? Biology? Mystery? Thanks for sharing anyway. Sometimes the best ideas have obscure names. Stump us. I'll keep an eye out for further details. And maybe I'll finally debug my own life while I'm at it. Thank you for the nudge toward curiosity. Thank you.
The Bug Project was a fascinating look at creativity and learning through observation of small living things. As a student, I once worked on a nature assignment while trying to keep up with several classes. During that busy period, I wanted to pay someone to take my class for me support so I could spend more time finishing my project. Simple educational activities can spark a lot of curiosity.