Bugs and wings and other things – frontispiece by Jessie Willcox Smith

Bugs and wings and other things – frontispiece 1918

jessiewillcoxsmith

abstract painting

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

naive art

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

mixed medium

watercolor

"Bugs and Wings and Other Things – Frontispiece" (1918) is a charming illustration by American artist Jessie Willcox Smith (1863-1935) known for her whimsical and often nostalgic depictions of children. This artwork, likely a frontispiece for a children's book, captures the wonder of a young girl encountering a bug in the forest. Smith's delicate brushstrokes and soft colors create a gentle and engaging scene that speaks to the innocence of childhood and the beauty found in nature.