This is a wonderful example of using insect pins to create stunning art. In this piece, "Garland", Mary Claire Becker uses our #7 stainless steel insect pins both to support the elements of her work and to layer & give it depth.
We've offered Czech made stainless steel pins since 2005. Entosphinx stainless steel pins are made from 316 grade stainless steel; protect your valuable collections whether they're insects or textiles. Buy just a few & our delivered cost beats "free" shipping!
Google Reviews, click on the names to see in full:
Alison B.: ...ordered a sample pack of insect pins for making pinhole cameras....wonderful selection and super-fast shipment...…
Mary C. B. ...Indigo Instruments entomology pins...in my artwork for almost ten years now, and a big part of my studio practice!
Some blogs that may be of interest:
Insect Pins for Art, Nozzles, Puppetry...Even Insects. Our pins ensured Sponge Bob's pants didn't fall down!
Pinhole Photography & Eye Evolution. See also pinhole camera examples with a #0 insect pin & a #1 insect pin.
See our blog Bioquip Inc. Products Catalog-Indigo Instruments Equivalents may be a useful reference for some.
Pin # | Dimensions | Pin Head | Wire Gauge(s) |
6 | 50x0.60mm (2x0.024") | 1.6mm | 38-39 |
Entosphinx stainless steel pins are made from 316 grade stainless steel which has a minimum of 0.36% molybdenum (Mo) for superior corrosion resistance. This Certificate of Analysis is our guarantee of truly rust resistant insect collection pins.
I also use these for art! They are perfect.