Butterfly+Symbolism+and+Butterflies+in+Art

= = = What Does the Transformation from Caterpillar to Butterfly Symbolize? = The change from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly is the greatest change in the animal world. Often, this change symbolizes the beginning of a new life or transformation. This transformation can be used to symbolize significant change in a person's life or a new beginning. CLICK [|here] for a time-lapse clip of a swallowtail emerging from its pupa. Can you see why the emergence of a butterfly from the cocoon often represents change or a fresh start? Thanks to [|www.magicoflife.org/symbol.html] for the information about butterfly symbolism and the video! = = = What Other Meanings do Butterflies Have? = In Chinese culture, two butterflies flying together are a symbol of love. Butterflies are also sometimes seen as the souls of people both living or departed. Some people say that when a butterfly lands on you it means good luck. Another superstition says that large numbers of butterflies are viewed as bad luck. Butterflies also stand for freedom, fun, joyous times, naturalness and purity. Thanks to [|www.magicoflife.org/symbol.html] and [] for the information about butterfly symbolism.

= Butterflies in Art = Butterflies have been used artistic ways in many cultures including Egyptian hieroglyphs 3,500 years ago. Today, butterflies are used in art and jewelry making. You will find butterflies mounted in frames, displayed in bottles, sealed in resin (like paperweights) laminated in paper, and used in other types of artwork and even some furnishings. Thanks to Wikipedia for the information about the use of butterflies in art: []

Butterflies are often used as a sign of summer! Complete the following coloring page and create your own symbol of a new season! http://www.apples4theteacher.com/coloring-pages/summer/butterfly.html ||
 * || = Activity to Create Your Own Butterfly Art! =

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