Welcome to ButterfliesAndWing Art. Nature photography. Children program.
Welcome to ButterfliesAndWing Art. Nature photography. Children program.
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Bio
Wing
Art changes people and people change the world.
I’m Wing, an environmental artist, nature photographer, and sustainability educator dedicated to bridging the gap between people, nature, and our environment.
My artistic practice revolves around using discarded and unconventional materials, along with photographs that tell compelling stor
Art changes people and people change the world.
I’m Wing, an environmental artist, nature photographer, and sustainability educator dedicated to bridging the gap between people, nature, and our environment.
My artistic practice revolves around using discarded and unconventional materials, along with photographs that tell compelling stories about our ecosystems and sustainability. I find immense joy in unearthing forgotten items and giving them new life and significance through my murals. My art not only inspires creativity but also encourages viewers to see the world from a fresh perspective. Reactions often range from awe and appreciation to shock over the damaging effects of waste on wildlife and nature.
Creating beautiful, thought-provoking, and educational pieces from items that would otherwise be discarded is both meaningful and fulfilling for me. We need more advocates for our community and environment. If one of my murals prompts even a single person to reconsider throwing away a bottle, can, plastic bag, or fishing line into nature, then I consider my work a success.
I am based in NYC and offer a variety of family-friendly art events, nature-inspired birthday parties, and nature-based art therapy classes. If you’re interested in exploring these options, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Gardening/Sustainability Educator
Activate Our Garden Program
Activate Our Garden is an award-winning STEAM program dedicated to sustainability and gardening.
Before I embraced my role as an environmental participatory artist and nature photographer, I was deeply involved in sustainability education at my children's elementary school through the Activate Our Garden program.
Activate Our Garden Program
Activate Our Garden is an award-winning STEAM program dedicated to sustainability and gardening.
Before I embraced my role as an environmental participatory artist and nature photographer, I was deeply involved in sustainability education at my children's elementary school through the Activate Our Garden program. I emphasized the significance of cultivating sustainable gardens, creating safe havens for the pollinators vital to our ecosystem, and integrating recycling into our daily practices to foster a deeper connection with nature, our environment, and each other.
I take pride in the impact of my initiatives, which have heightened awareness and appreciation for these important issues while driving positive behavior change. Notably, we achieved our ambitious goal of eliminating plastic bags and containers from bake sales, book fairs, and other events long before New York City's plastic bag ban took effect.
Moreover, we successfully reduced the sale of disposable toys during fundraising events by 60% compared to previous years. My environmental art mural project has also garnered multiple city-wide awards for sustainability and artistic excellence.
Interested in discussing a project for your group? Feel free to reach out!
Nature photography
My love of butterflies
My love of butterflies
A parallel passion of mine is nature photography. When the COVID-19 shutdown occurred, I decided to view it as an opportunity to explore new interests and passions. I dust off a storage box and took out my camera that I bought years ago and the rest was history. I have enjoyed connecting with nature and our environment, and capturing imag
A parallel passion of mine is nature photography. When the COVID-19 shutdown occurred, I decided to view it as an opportunity to explore new interests and passions. I dust off a storage box and took out my camera that I bought years ago and the rest was history. I have enjoyed connecting with nature and our environment, and capturing images of birds, bees and butterflies. Rather calling myself a photographer, I am more of a visual journalist with a camera. It has been rewarding to share these images with the community, while feeling connected to wildlife, my natural surroundings, and my fellow neighbors and community members who have also seized this opportunity to grow, learn and inspire others.
Shop for artwork from Wing's nature themed collections. Each image may be purchased as a canvas print, framed print, metal print, and more! https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/wing-k/shop
Or buy me a coffee instead, gives me energies to save the Monarchs
https://buymeacoffee.com/butterfliesandwing
My love of butterflies
My love of butterflies
My love of butterflies
WHY BUTTERFLIES?
Why Butterflies and Wing?
I have been raising butterflies for years AND because my name is Wing ... and it is my goal to uplift everyone I encounter and help them spread their wings and learn how to fly.
Beautiful, transformative butterflies have been a source of awe and inspiration for me along my artistic journey. Whether
WHY BUTTERFLIES?
Why Butterflies and Wing?
I have been raising butterflies for years AND because my name is Wing ... and it is my goal to uplift everyone I encounter and help them spread their wings and learn how to fly.
Beautiful, transformative butterflies have been a source of awe and inspiration for me along my artistic journey. Whether it is gardening, photography, or the creation of my art, the poetic beauty of the butterfly -- its metamorphosis and triumphant journey -- is never far from my heart, my conservation efforts or my art.
Conservation work is not easy. If you like my work, please consider supporting me by buy me a coffee or buy me a milkweed.
Link below.
https://buymeacoffee.com/butterfliesandwing
Upcoming event
September Children art program
September Children art program
BOTANICAL CRAFT: I LOVE MY HAIR WITH MS. BUTTERFLY
Thursday 09/12/2025 @4:00pm-5:15pm
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica
Embark on an exciting journey through the natural world in this hands-on program designed for all nature enthusiasts. Unleash your creativity as you craft a unique self-portrait inspired by nature to take home. This workshop blends education, artistry, and self-expression. This program is funded by Speaker Adrienne Adams.
Elementary school children program
September Family program
September Children art program
Pollinator Festival with Ms. Butterfly at Garden By the Bay
Sunday Sept 28, 2025, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Garden By the Bay at The Bay 84th Street Garden
480 Beach 43rd street
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Get ready for an exciting outdoor adventure into the colorful world of butterflies and pollinators! Join us as we explore the different species of butterflies that call NYC home, and discover the vital role they play in our environment. This fun and interactive program is perfect for kids and families who love nature, with plenty of opportunities to spot, identify, and learn about these tiny winged wonders. We’ll explore their life cycles, what makes them special, and how we can help protect them. The highlight of the day? A joyful butterfly release to send our summer friends off with a flutter and a smile! Feel free to dress up as your favorite pollinator for The Butterfly Walk!!!
Event sponsored by Jamaica Bay Rockaway Park Conservancy and Garden By the Bay
OCTOBER family bird walk
THURSDAY 10/02/2025 @10:00am-11:30pm
Alley Pond Environmental Center
Join us for a Fall Bird Walk at APEC! This engaging program is perfect for families with children aged 6 and up, who have a love for nature and being outdoors. Led by Wing, a passionate birder, artist and nature educator, this walk is a great way to learn about the basics of birding. You will explore the beautiful trails at APEC and find out about the birds that call it home. If you are new to birdwatching, start your family nature exploration journey here with us! Spots are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
**Earn your special charm from each walk and fond memories!
OCTOBER family art & nature program
SATURDAY 10/11/2025 @12:00pm-2:00pm
Salt Marsh Nature Center
Wings of Wonder at Raptorama
Join Ms. Butterfly of Wing NY for an afternoon of nature, art, and magic in the air! Celebrate her 3rd year at Raptorama with family-friendly activities including a hands-on Nature Art Station, a guided Butterfly Walk, and the unforgettable Butterfly Release.
✨Dress as your favorite pollinator—bee, butterfly, or hummingbird—and let your imagination take flight!
Create See live birds of prey up close at the Salt Marsh Nature Center with NYC Bird Alliance, American Littoral Society, and the Marine Park Alliance Forever Wild Committee. Bird Educator Bobby Horvath will dazzle with live eagles, owls, hawks, and more..
October Park Pals- Little explorers
Thursday-Sunday, October 19, 2025
10:00am- 11:30am
Floyd Bennett Field
Age: 2-5 years old
We’ll meet some of the cutest and most colorful butterflies found right here in NYC. This hands-on program is perfect for little explorers who love to discover nature’s tiny wonders. We will take a butterfly walk in the trail and we’ll search for different butterfly species, learn what makes them special, and find out how they help flowers and plants grow. The best part? We’ll end our fun day with a magical butterfly release, sending our summer friends off to flutter happily into the sky! Come ready to learn, explore, and have a butterfly blast!
Registration will open 2 weeks before the event.
nOVEMBER family bird walk
TUESDAY 11/04/2025 @10:00am-11:30pm
Alley Pond Environmental Center
Join us for a Fall Bird Walk at APEC! This engaging program is perfect for families with children aged 6 and up, who have a love for nature and being outdoors. Led by Wing, a passionate birder, artist and nature educator, this walk is a great way to learn about the basics of birding. You will explore the beautiful trails at APEC and find out about the birds that call it home. If you are new to birdwatching, start your family nature exploration journey here with us! Spots are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
**Earn your special charm from each walk and fond memories!
Past program: Cape Anne Whale Watch and nature Weekend
Past program: Cape Anne Whale Watch and nature Weekend
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Thursday-Sunday, August 7-10, 2025
Spend three nights in the charming, historic fishing town of Gloucester, where rocky coastlines, pristine beaches, and rich wildlife await. Led by Littoral Society naturalist Don Riepe, this adventure includes a breathtaking whale watch, an evening cruise along the peaceful Essex River, canoeing on the scenic Ipswich River, and a guided coastal walk at Halibut Point State Park. Late summer brings ideal weather, warm ocean waters, and the start of the bird migration season—perfect for those who love being immersed in nature.
Limited space left!!!
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past Family nature program
Past program: Cape Anne Whale Watch and nature Weekend
Jamaica Bay Festival!!!
Birds and Butterflies of Summer-City of Water Day
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Saturday, July 12th-(10am-1pm) at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Look for me inside the visitor center and view my favorite butterflies and other pollinators up close! We might be releasing newly emerged butterflies back to the refuge!!! Also, join naturalist Don Riepe for a slide program and walk around the gardens and ponds to look for some of the many species of birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Learn about the history, ecology, and habitat needs of wildlife. This program is sponsored by the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy as part of "City of Water" day in NYC. Kids welcome!
Support me by purchasing an art or merch
As an individual nature and art educator working independently—without a base salary—I invest significant time, effort, and resources into creating meaningful programs which support environmental initiatives, and understand the importance of sustaining dedicated environmental educators in our community. Take home a piece of art that speaks to you. My art is available for purchase, and offer a range of merchandises and prices. Don't miss out on owning a unique piece of art and support me free community events.
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/wing-k/shop
Past Community events
Past Community events
Special Nature & Art program and giveaways
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Press and Programs
Art program/Birthday Party/School events
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Events are suitable from toddler through adults and customize to your needs.
Latest Press
I host regular events, including art, nature walk and crafts.
Accessible bird walks for every one at any age and at any level.
Wildlife and nature photo gallery
