On The Symbolism Of Insect Elements In Art

Insects are the most mysterious existence in nature and one of the most underestimated species in nature.Insects have a variety of colors and forms,which have high ornamental and artistic value.In the long history,humans and insects have many intersections.Insects have had an important impact on pollen transmission,silk production and human diet.In art,insects are paid more and more attention.In painting,there are traditional Chinese grass and insect painting and western scientific illustrators.In contemporary art,more and more art uses insects for hint and metaphor.Insect elements represent different meanings according to different regions.In the art practice related to insects,we have a more detailed understanding of insects.In this paper,the author interprets the insect symbols in art by summarizing the insect elements in art.According to different culture and history,artists interpret the insect symbols differently.According to the biological characteristics of insects,artists use them in artistic creation.There are also human spiritual world expressed through insects,extending more meanings.Make insects broader in meaning.