Discover the extraordinary world of insects through Insects: An Image Archive for Artists & Designers by Vault Editions. This meticulously curated pictorial archive of 332 images showcases the intricate work of 17th and 18th-century entomologists, offering unparalleled detail and inspiration for artists, designers, and illustrators.
Inside This Collection:
Explore 332 stunningly detailed etchings and engravings featuring:
- Moths, butterflies and beetles
- Spiders, scorpions and centipedes
- Ants, grasshoppers and locusts
- Wasps, hornets and bees
- Dragonflies, fleas and flies
Each artwork has been meticulously restored, preserving its fine details and artistic integrity, making this an indispensable reference for fine art, tattoo art, graphic design, and illustration.
This collection was curated by Kale James, illustrator, graphic designer, and Creative Director of Vault Editions. He is an Amazon best-selling author with 60+ acclaimed art and design books.
Instant Access to High-Resolution Files:
Each book includes a unique download link granting instant access to all 332 high-resolution (300 DPI) images, perfect for:
- Illustration, fine art, tattoo and graphic design projects
- Printing and framing to create decorative wall art
- Collage and mixed-media compositions
Order now and incorporate the amazing world of insects into your art!
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191 reviews for Insects Reference Book: An Image Archive for Artists and Designers
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sheila g. prescott –
Disappointed.
Poor quality
Amazon Customer –
This is by far the best resource I’ve found for a multitude of insect images. Illustrations are clear and detailed. The digital version is great for creating reports and social media posts. 100% recommend.
DON’T BUY IT. It’s a bunch of poorly made photocopies. I ordered it as a gift and I’d better throw it in the trash. –
DON’T BUY IT. It’s a bunch of poorly made photocopies. I ordered it as a gift and I’d better throw it in the trash.
Tracy D. Vaught –
This and all of the books by james kale are great and there is a digital download included
Prof. Mattos –
O produto estava perfeito e em ordem!!
O que chamo a atenção é que, os desenhos da capa (frente e verso) são muito superiores aos encontrados, internamente, no corpo do livro.
O papel, deixa a desejar (opaco e de baixa gramatura). Explico que, para quem trabalha com artes gráficas, tatuagens, etc…serve muito bem, porém para Naturalistas sérios, fica a desejar.
Daniel –
Parece una recopilacion de una enciclopedia de los 70 .. la composición no esta mal pero la calidad deja mucho que desear ! Se ve como si fuera una copia de una copia !
Aliosky García –
Super
Becca –
Lots of great illustrations to help me draw my own bugs! (In real life, they move a bit too fast to be good models.) Several sections to meet anyone’s needs, including creeping yourself out with your particular yuck category (mine is moths).
Kaylee Kocher Royer –
I bought for my mom for a present- she loves it
PennyP –
I have ideas buzzing and love the download, just scrolling through and looking, makes you realise how majestic they all are.
Amazon Customer –
I bought this for art inspiration and it delivered that for me!! A lot of cool old black and white prints to draw from and inspire different ideas!! Thank-you so much!! 😀
Christophe –
I love the Vault books. The illustrations are wonderful and I use them regularly to inspire my printmaking. I was given the insect one as a Christmas present and I have to say, it was my favourite gift, I can spend hours poring over the pictures and finding details.
Amazon Customer –
Very much love the style and detail of these references! So happy I found you and look forward to purchasing more of your work.