Meet the potter!

Hello, I'm Haley, the artist behind Leaf-Bug Studio. 

I've always been fascinated by the tiny details of the natural world. When I'm not working in an immunology research lab, you'll usually find me in the pottery studio, sculpting insects, sketching new ideas, or wandering through nature looking for my next source of inspiration. My work is rooted in careful observation and a love for the creatures that often go unnoticed, from beetles and caterpillars to moths, mushrooms, and the incredible diversity of life all around us.  

Every piece I create begins with studying a real specimen. I love translating the shapes, textures, and colors I find in nature into lightweight, functional pottery that sparks curiosity and invites people to take a closer look. My hope is that each mug feels like holding a tiny piece of a natural history museum in your hands.