Intaglio, aquatint, and watercolor

Alexander Quinones (b. 1994 Atlanta, GA) currently is the shop technician in printmaking at CSU Stan State in Turlock CA. He enjoys going on hikes and viewing all types of nature - in 2019 Alex hiked the Manoa Falls Trail and hopes to have crossed paths with this insect. MFA ‘18 UARTS & BFA ‘16 SCAD

The thorocophus beetle is an essential part to the “jungle carpet” recycling system of Hawaii. Along with other detritus like polypore mushrooms they help the cycle of life continue by processing decaying matter. Think of a better tomorrow, through the serene valley of Kõnāhuanaui on O’ahu.