The Art of Science

The Art of Science - Butterfly and Moth Paintings from the Scott Sisters

Explore over 100 paintings of butterflies and moths by sisters Harriet and Helena Scott, colonial Sydney’s most famous natural history artists and see the latest scientific data.

- Discover each painting in colourful detail

- View current scientific data on each featured insect via links to the Atlas of Living Australia

- Explore the history and biographies of the sisters and find out about the art of natural history illustration

The Australian Museum is proud to make this historic collection available using mobile technology and showcase the science and art of the Scott sisters.

Created by the Australian Museum, Beaconmaker and the NSW Department of Finance and Services.