“I’m fascinated by nature because it’s impossible to replicate as an artist. The beauty is so stunning, it inspires me to extend those aesthetics into my work. I love clusters of shapes or things that connote fullness, like a forest. My love for marine life has been around since I was small and grew up near the ocean. I used the name of a botanist for this piece; I admire everything to do with that world, from the naming to the recording and illustration. I wanted this piece to be something fun and grounding. Bringing more of the outside inside, I feel, really helps the psyche. I have a bunch of plants and warm tones in my house to help me connect back to nature, so I hope this puzzle helps others be inspired to explore the outside, as well as to create a beautiful home environment inside.” — Marleigh Culver