Biston Betularia

This print depicts the evolutionary shift of the peppered moth (Biston betularia), whose colouration adapted during the Industrial Revolution. Referencing this classic case of natural selection, the work explores themes of adaptation, survival, and the impact of human activity on the natural world.

'Biston Betularia' (2023)

detail, 'Biston Betularia'
detail, 'Biston Betularia'
Biston Betularia 
Linoprint on Fabriano
500 x 700mm
2023
2 editions available for purchase at R500 each

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