It seems most people have a bit of eco-phobia when it comes to bugs. Rarely do you come across a person that is completely enamored with our insect neighbors. This is the time of year where they are much more prevalent, especially after our recent wet spring.
I often get the occasional scream when a bee flies near Outside Art class. I try to encourage my young art students to carefully study them. Once in observation mode, all fear subsides. Students soon realize that the bee is uninterested in them and somewhat stupefied by the pollen they are collecting. Students can then really notice their amazing and aesthetic qualities.
Insects are truly beautiful with their iridescent colors, bright colors and fuzzy abdomens. Even the common housefly has the most gorgeous glimmer of iridescent green.
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