Microsculpture

Orchid Cuckoo Bee side view © Levon Biss
Experience the intricate shapes, colors, and structures of insects in striking high-resolution detail.

Microsculpture presents a new perspective on insects, enabling audiences to study and appreciate the hidden details of the insect world in a unique and engaging way. 

Created by award-winning photographer Levon Biss, Microsculpture showcases the insect collection of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History and is available to license from the American Museum of Natural History.

Photography exhibition of insects on display.
Microsculpture increases awareness of the wonders of insects through the art of photography.
© Levon Biss
Two woman look at large-scale photographs of insects on display in a gallery.
Each photograph was created from over 8,000 separate images taken using microscope lenses.
© Levon Biss
A man and woman standing outside looking at a photograph of an insect on display.
The flexible design of Microsculpture allows venues to display the exhibition both indoors and outdoors.
© Levon Biss
A man stands in a gallery looking at large photographs of insects.
The photographs are printed in large-scale formats, with insects that are millimeters long being presented at up to 9 feet tall.
© Levon Biss
A woman photographs an image of an insect on display in a glass atrium.
The photographs can be displayed at a variety of sizes to suit your space.
© Levon Biss
Three people surround a touchscreen kiosk.
An optional interactive touchscreen app is available to zoom in on the high-resolution photographs.
© Levon Biss
Jewel Longhorned Beetle
Jewel Longhorned Beetle
© Levon Biss
Splendid-necked Dung Beetle
Splendid-necked Dung Beetle
© Levon Biss
Tortoise Beetle
Tortoise Beetle
© Levon Biss
Amazonian Purple Warrior Scarab
Amazonian Purple Warrior Scarab
© Levon Biss
Pleasing Fungus Beetle
Pleasing Fungus Beetle
© Levon Biss

Specifications

Our 2D panel exhibitions are delivered digitally and are designed to be flexible for display in spaces of various sizes and layouts.

  • Flexible size (350-420 linear feet)
  • Digital delivery
  • Package includes 38 large-format high resolution images and captions and 3 informational panels. 

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The American Museum of Natural History's 2D panel exhibitions are ideal for displaying in museums, science centers, libraries, and other indoor or outdoor spaces. Contact us to learn more about renting this exhibition.

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Microsculpture: The insect photography of Levon Biss from the collections of Oxford University Museum of Natural History.