Inga Smith

Artist & Community Educator
Ecology • Nature Art • Mixed Media

Practice

Inga Smith is a traveling nature artist whose work is inspired by direct field observation, local traditions, and the ecosystems she explores. Through watercolor, mixed media, and field sketchbooks, she documents plants, insects, and wildlife while interpreting their histories and the ecological relationships that shape the landscapes she visits.

Her work combines natural history illustration, field-based drawing, and research-informed writing. Through both art and teaching, she seeks to deepen public connection to the natural world and highlight the importance of conservation.

Projects

WildSprout — Founder, Operations Director, Artist
Ecological illustration and writing platform focused on conservation and natural systems

Field Notes & Natural History Studies
Ongoing observational drawing and painting practice in field sketchbooks

Monthly Mixed Media Series
Self-directed exploration of seasonality, color, and materials

Writing & Publication

Field notes and educational writing on Substack
Ecological writing and illustration on WildSprout.org

Teaching

Watercolor and nature-based art workshops for students of varying levels
Field-based instruction in observation, sketching, and mixed-media practice

Illustration Focus

Scientific and natural history illustration (plants, insects, wildlife)
Species-focused illustration aligned with conservation priorities
Visual interpretation of ecological systems for public education

Media & Methods

Watercolor • Ink • Mixed Media • Collage • Fiber • Wood • Natural Materials
Field Sketching • Observational Drawing • Scientific Illustration

Education

Master of Business Administration
Master of Science in Education — Exceptional Students
Bachelor of Science in Education — Mathematics

Training

Drawing Nature, Science, and Culture: Natural History Illustration
Watercolor studies — coursework, workshops, and independent practice