The arresting beauty and surprising diversity of moths from the Ottawa region are unveiled in a number of impressive, large-format prints of moths by photographer Jim des Rivières. Des Rivières creates these larger-than-life images by scanning each moth at high resolution to reveal unexpected colors and intricate patterns.

A seemingly dull brown moth spotted from a distance can prove to be a complex, colourful treasure when viewed up close. Des Rivières created these fascinating,larger than life images by placing each moth specimen on a flatbed scanner. He scanned them at the very high resolution of 4800 dpi. Three of the pieces in the show reach

almost two meters, enabling visitors to see both front and back of the moth in startling detail. The results are spectacular – huge images revealing unexpected colours and intricate patterns. Winged Tapestries: Moths at Large, featuring the art of Jim des Rivières, is produced by the Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Canada.