1. Why would an artist paint insects in great detail instead of hiding or ignoring them?
2. How do detailed drawings or photos help scientists? Can they also mislead us?
3. In your culture, are some animals considered ugly or beautiful? Has that changed over time?
4. Should scientific images be artistic, strictly factual, or both? Explain your view.
5. How do you think the invention of microscopes and cameras changed the way people see small animals?
6. Do you prefer photos or drawings when learning about nature? Why?
7. Can an artistic image create interest that leads to scientific study (or the opposite)?
8. How might trade, exploration, or wealth (e.g., Antwerp in the 16th century) affect what people paint or collect?
9. If you were to create a modern project showing insects in a new way, what would you do and why?
