Get Up Close
Celebrating the amazing biology of insects
using the power of digital animation
Get Up Close
Celebrating the amazing biology of insects using the power of digital animation
We’ve got news! Eric is featured on the Half-Earth Project from the E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation. Watch the interviews to learn about his experiences with digital animation on his way to becoming a biology super-fan. You’ll also find a cool activity guide for students. Check it.
Latest Video
Insect Vision Part 4: What Do Insects See?
More to See
Bombardier Beetle Chemistry
Meet an insect that’s famous for shooting a hot, stinky brew out of its backside—the bombardier beetle. We animate the inner workings of this beetle’s remarkable defense mechanism to reveal the novel way it fights back against a scary world.
Fire Ant Venom
What makes the sting of the Red Imported Fire Ant so painful? We look at the anatomy of the ant’s stinger and explore the chemistry of its venom to illustrate how this tiny insect can make such a big impression on human skin.
Art Tutorials
Want to learn how you can bring your own digital creations to life? Follow along with Eric as he models, textures, and paints 3D insect creations using a variety of digital modeling tools.
