Artist Statement

In diversity I find beauty, using mediums such as paper, wire, and clay; I strive to recreate invertebrates, and some of my artworks glow! For there is beauty in all creatures, big or small, and I hope to instill a sense of wonder and appreciation for the vastness of ecological diversity through my sculptures, and sometimes paintings. I'm Cortney Painter and I invite you to join me as I craft wonderous creatures so often ignored or reviled for their size and alienness. I seek to highlight their beautiful features via enlarged creations.

What's in a name

The name is a mashup of decomposer, iridescent, and decadent. Its meant to illustrate my conviction to champion invertebrates particularly those that are not pollinators. They have enough champions. As well as my commentary on the nature of invertebrates and societal treatment of them.