Sylphina Angel
The Sylphina Angel (Chorinea sylphina) is presented in this distinctive fine art print, its wings captured in a crisp, graphic format that brings out the species’ transparency and luminous colour. Native to the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, the sylphina angel is a striking rarity, with adults often seen fluttering rapidly through shafts of sunlight but occasionally settling under the leaves of dense shrubs. Its wings feature spectacular glass-like panels set against black veins and borders, with iridescent blue and scarlet accents that shimmer in changing light.
This butterfly thrives at altitudes between roughly 2,000 and 3,000 metres, where the cool, misty forests support diverse communities of plants and insects. The Sylphina angel is recognised for its unusual transparency and its behaviour: adults tend to spend time in the forest canopy, but sometimes congregate on the underside of leaves or at the edge of streams. If disturbed, they exude a yellow fluid from a thoracic gland — a rare defence among butterflies. The life cycle involves communal larval feeding early on, with caterpillars later constructing solitary shelters from leaves before pupation. Taxonomically part of the Riodinidae, or metalmark butterflies, this species illustrates the diversity of adaptations found in Andean lepidoptera.
Digitally refined from the original research illustration for the book Bugs, this print foregrounds the delicate geometry and clarity of the Sylphina Angel. The giclée print uses heavyweight 250gsm archival matte paper, providing vivid, enduring colour and a luxurious surface, turning this high-altitude marvel into a stunning centrepiece for any collection.
Bugs Series
Bugs gathers illustrations adapted from and inspired by founder Simon Tyler's book Bugs, published by Pavilion Children’s Books in 2017. The series celebrates the graphic elegance of insect life: armour-like exoskeletons, iridescent wings, compound eyes, and the ingenious mechanics of movement and camouflage. It’s a visual field guide reimagined—clean, bold forms and carefully tuned palettes that bring structure to the surface.
Each piece begins with the research-led drawings from the book and then goes further: refined linework, rebalanced composition, and subtle textural detailing designed for generous print sizes. The aim is clarity and presence — images that feel scientifically grounded yet striking on the wall. Printed with the same archival care as our other series, Bugs turns natural history into crisp, enduring graphic art.
Printing & Materials
Our Bugs series is produced in collaboration with specialist fine-art printing partners using museum-grade 250 gsm archival giclée paper.
Each print is made to order with exceptional precision and colour accuracy, using pigment-based inks for long-term stability and rich tonal depth.
Prints are carefully rolled in acid-free tissue and shipped in rigid cardboard tubes to ensure they arrive in perfect condition, ready for framing.
All materials and processes are chosen for their longevity, texture, and fidelity to the original artwork, reflecting our commitment to quality and craft.