https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com Insect taxidermy, ceramics, and original paintings handcrafted with love and care. Thank you for being here and happy shopping. -Montana 119058450 8-Ball Dish This tiny, imperfect 8-ball catch dish measures 2 1/2” wide. Made with food-safe glazes, you can use this piece for food and condimentsc, or as a dish to hold your rings. It is NOT recommended to microwave and handwashing is highly recommended. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. 5.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/8-ball-dish https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/4e724fe5-4b0c-47f6-9335-461e840bc901/8-ball-dish.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/8d7bd751-379a-41af-baef-badf427422be/8-ball-dish.jpg 119058450 new in stock 119058231 Swan Bowl Black bowl with a swan etched in the middle, adorned with a turquoise rim. This swan bowl measures almost 5” wide. Made with food-safe glazes, you can use this piece for food, or as a trinket tray/catch dish. It is NOT recommended to microwave and handwashing is highly recommended. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. 12.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/swan-bowl https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/ae57573c-1a90-4408-81b2-6cd920cba87b/swan-bowl.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/53b5ea3b-0f98-402e-9494-39ad014ef58c/swan-bowl.jpg 119058231 new in stock 119058159 Ruffle Bowl Set This ruffle plate set is food-safe and glazed with the prettiest blue-green shade. The larger plate measure 6 1/2” wide with an internal space of 4”. The smaller plate is 4” wide and fits in the center of the larger one. It is NOT recommended to microwave and handwashing is highly recommended. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. 35.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/ruffle-bowls https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/3c3fdd9c-63eb-49dc-ba2e-1492c0ff4f75/ruffle-bowls.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/51265a86-8af7-4ec8-87d1-6779aa9f41ee/ruffle-bowls.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/64d03e13-1e3f-467c-bc7a-c0e8811c8f64/ruffle-bowls.jpg 119058159 new in stock 119058063 Very Hungry Caterpillar Plate Unleash your inner hungry caterpillar! This piece pays homage to The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the children’s book by Eric Carle. This plate measures 5” wide and is glazed with food safe glazes. It’s the perfect size for that second serving of dessert or for a small snack. It is NOT recommended to microwave and handwashing is highly recommended. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. 15.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/caterpillar-plate https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/ee41e71e-7a0c-4596-906e-d8cfb8e3e06e/very-hungry-caterpillar-plate.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/3a96f055-26ed-4c58-a013-a9f07b5fbde9/caterpillar-plate.jpg 119058063 new out of stock 117556455 Doily Butterfly Frame This black frame features a Great Orange Tip butterfly with a vintage doily on black velvet backing. The frame measures 8”x8”. Keep out of moist/humid areas to avoid mold occurring. Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the specimen. All specimens on my website are cruelty free and come from ethical collectors and sources where they are protected and raised by farmers who collect them after they have lived out their lifespan. Due to this, all of the specimens have their own "flaws" such as missing antennae or torn wings, etc. All of my frames for the specimens are upcycled/repurposed to minimize waste. Majority of my frames are vintage and secondhand so they have their own "flaws" as well, such as small scratches on the glass or discoloration. The frame is NOT intended to open and if done so, I am not responsible for any damage done to the frame and/or specimen. Thank you for supporting ethical businesses! 60.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/doily-butterfly-frame https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/3a6b3ee4-742d-4e82-888f-53e2e092331c/doily-butterfly-frame.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/0074d3d1-caea-4747-84ef-d00f0918e10f/doily-butterfly-frame.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/872662a4-be4e-434d-a929-8d5247c91537/doily-butterfly-frame.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/37ee1988-533c-45e6-97e0-84d765b18384/doily-butterfly-frame.jpg 117556455 new in stock 117556338 White Velvet Yellow Butterfly Frame This black frame with silver detailing features a Western Giant Swallowtail butterfly on white velvet backing. The frame measures 7”x7”. Keep out of moist/humid areas to avoid mold occurring. Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the specimen. All specimens on my website are cruelty free and come from ethical sources. This specimen in particular was naturally found by a friend in the San Fernando Valley. Due to this, all of the specimens have their own "flaws" such as missing antennae or torn wings, etc. All of my frames for the specimens are upcycled/repurposed to minimize waste. Majority of my frames are vintage and secondhand so they have their own "flaws" as well, such as small scratches on the glass or discoloration. The frame is NOT intended to open and if done so, I am not responsible for any damage done to the frame and/or specimen. Thank you for supporting ethical businesses! 60.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/white-velvet-yellow-butterfly-frame https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/9e11c56e-b167-462b-8cfa-f892579d1513/white-velvet-yellow-butterfly-frame.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/d59e087e-b13f-4d66-aedf-56e24fc7fbac/white-velvet-yellow-butterfly-frame.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/cc6f1c67-49ca-416d-8559-d764e7bc4dc5/white-velvet-yellow-butterfly-frame.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/e303a4e0-c23e-4903-a020-7c4853bc8ba5/white-velvet-yellow-butterfly-frame.jpg 117556338 new in stock 116829480 Small Polka Dot Bug Box This hand painted and stained box displays a butterfly known as a metalmark, aka Euselasia zena. Keep out of moist/humid areas to avoid mold occurring. Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the specimen. All specimens on my website are cruelty free and come from sources where they are protected and raised by farmers who collect them after they have lived out their lifespan. Due to this, all of the specimens have their own "flaws" such as missing antennae or torn wings, etc. All of my frames for the specimens are upcycled/repurposed to minimize waste. Majority of my frames are vintage and secondhand so they have their own "flaws" as well, such as small scratches on the glass or discoloration. The frame is NOT intended to open and if done so, I am not responsible for any damage done to the frame and/or specimen. Thank you for supporting ethical businesses! 35.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/polka-box https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/e67cad2a-f3b2-470f-9a2b-96c6b07201ee/polka-box.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/93ea6601-08b1-46e5-a05d-13f77b5a6ff8/polka-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/b646648d-4508-441b-98de-119b082fd87e/polka-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/9032414b-9cec-44ec-b88e-b5da9df0b003/polka-dot-bug-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/e195de4d-30b5-4093-b91f-451ee50b8c2d/polka-box.jpg 116829480 new in stock 116826570 Small Cross Stitch Bug Box This hand painted and stained box displays a butterfly known as the Japanese oakblue, aka Arhopala japonica. Painted on the top of the box is a dotwork print that resembles cross stitch and needlepoint design. Keep out of moist/humid areas to avoid mold occurring. Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the specimen. All specimens on my website are cruelty free and come from sources where they are protected and raised by farmers who collect them after they have lived out their lifespan. Due to this, all of the specimens have their own "flaws" such as missing antennae or torn wings, etc. All of my frames for the specimens are upcycled/repurposed to minimize waste. Majority of my frames are vintage and secondhand so they have their own "flaws" as well, such as small scratches on the glass or discoloration. The frame is NOT intended to open and if done so, I am not responsible for any damage done to the frame and/or specimen. Thank you for supporting ethical businesses! 35.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/cross-stitch-box https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/5c161305-c255-498b-bd1e-9193d0159c1c/cross-stitch-box.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/3849cc3a-affb-44ad-b136-4b67e1c40443/cross-stitch-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/1e87e1b7-a77c-43c4-897d-2e4e0a676aec/cross-stitch-bug-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/0004f1be-be16-49da-a853-9a579e3600af/cross-stitch-bug-box.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/a2c23ed3-16de-4083-806d-c9be16eb11b6/cross-stitch-box.jpg 116826570 new in stock 116801112 Small Blue Wall Altar This wall altar is coated with a breathtaking ice blue glaze and is ready to hang. It’s small but has enough space on the inside for pictures or even a stick of palo santo. Measures 5 1/2” tall, 4 1/2” wide with an internal depth of about 1”. 20.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/blue-altar https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/6cccb857-a96f-4e89-9661-856b400fe81a/blue-altar.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/9587e486-99d9-450b-8b7d-fb4df3b1b328/blue-altar.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/c8685f23-4db2-405c-b37c-bb06657dd79e/blue-altar.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/0295b0ec-a441-49e9-9887-e9f2fba64553/blue-altar.jpg 116801112 new in stock 116801034 Ceramic Heart Bowl This listing is for a 1 of 1, small heart shaped bowl. Made with food safe glazes, it can be used as a ramekin, berry bowl, or condiment bowl. It’s guaranteed to become your favorite snack bowl. Can also be used as a jewelry dish as well. It measures approx. 4 1/2” tall, 4 1/2” wide with an approx. 2” internal depth. It is not recommended to microwave (due to the iron content in the clay body) and handwashing is highly recommended. 12.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/heart-bowl https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/2b5ccf80-73e6-4a89-8442-e2d72f0a2d18/heart-bowl.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/5f843647-bc8b-43f5-8d44-daf7bd605d73/heart-bowl.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/70b4d0ab-d0f2-40ba-a4b0-5b10ca67f556/heart-bowl.png,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/95f437c0-cf63-41cc-988c-3febe3777c8f/heart-bowl.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/30b12828-6c72-496a-9348-2d6b00533292/heart-bowl.jpg 116801034 new out of stock 116800944 Mini Tarot Candle Sconce (Cups) Manifest your desires with this 2 of cups mini candlestick sconce. Measures approx. 7”x 2 1/4” and is made with durable stoneware clay and reflective glaze. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. Small candle included! 15.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/cups-sconce https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/6a2b77d4-a634-4172-b163-6d370d1a1db0/cups-sconce.jpg 116800944 new in stock 116800914 Mini Purple Candle Sconce This handmade fig purple mini candlestick sconce measures approx. 7”x 2 1/4” and is made with durable stoneware clay and reflective glaze. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. Small candle included! 15.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/fig-sconce https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/090340c1-c562-43bb-a57d-db1213dca3aa/fig-sconce.jpg 116800914 new in stock 116224647 Porcelain Shells - Worry Stone Set This listing is for a set of 2 seashell worry stones, one small and one bigger. With rough, texture on the outside and smooth texture on the inside, these shells will put your fidgeting and anxiousness at ease. The combination of bare clay on top and glossy glaze on the bottom of the shell make these shells heaven to hold between your fingers. Made with porcelain clay, each shell is strong and hardy. The small seashell is approx. 1 1/4” x 1 1/4” and the larger one is approx. 1 1/2” x 2”. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. 7.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/shell-stones https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/5265b57f-744e-47f6-ade9-e42a8afa4235/shell-stones.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/a0648abb-6e2a-4ea2-bde9-0b198970b84f/shell-stones.jpg,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/0f95993a-af03-447f-850b-1ab81d2a8c93/shell-stones.png,https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/2ea88fa0-67e3-465e-bcc2-bda291059d1f/shell-stones.jpg 116224647 new in stock 116224395 Mini Checkered Candle Sconce Add warmth to any room with this amber brown checkered mini candlestick sconce. Measures approx. 7”x 2 1/4” and is made with durable stoneware clay and reflective glaze. Keep in mind that no two pieces will look exactly the same. The atmosphere of the kiln creates variations in the glazes which makes each piece one of a kind. Any subtle differences and small imperfections only add to the beauty of the piece. Small candle included! 15.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/check-sconce https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/e1ab140f-e756-446a-b6ee-73040ecb71c6/check-sconce.jpg 116224395 new in stock 87821814 Black Velvet & Gold Double Butterfly Frame Charaxes bernardus (tawny rajah) butterfly and Mimathyma nycteis butterfly on black velvet inside a vintage gold tone shadow box frame. Keep out of moist/humid areas to avoid mold occurring. Keep out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the specimen. All specimens on my website are cruelty free and come from sources where they are protected and raised by farmers who collect them after they have lived out their lifespan. Due to this, all of the specimens have their own "flaws" such as missing antennae or torn wings, etc. All of my frames for the specimens are upcycled/repurposed to minimize waste. Majority of my frames are vintage and secondhand so they have their own "flaws" as well, such as small scratches on the glass or discoloration. The frame is NOT intended to open and if done so, I am not responsible for any damage done to the frame and/or specimen. Thank you for supporting ethical businesses! 40.00 USD https://stateoftheartstudio.bigcartel.com/product/gold-frame https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/98b4ad4b-91f0-477d-ac02-495a6db0055f/black-velvet-gold-double-butterfly-frame.jpg https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/3f620dd7-8681-4f76-a51c-c0fe75c75c24/black-velvet-gold-double-butterfly-frame.jpg 87821814 new in stock