Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Baggage Claim 6-8 | 2025-2026“When invited to create something for Sea-Tac’s brand new temporary public art exhibition vitrines, I knew I wanted to create work that was site specific and offered different connection points to the diverse audience of viewers that would walk past. Inspired by the likeness of the vitrine to something one may find in a Natural History Museum, I transformed the space into an enclosure for “balloon moths” and used it as an opportunity to showcase work that is warm, inviting, and playful, while educating the public about the importance of supporting the local arts ecosystem.”
- Mary Anne Carter
The Museum of Natural Art History
Mary Anne Carter, 2025
Canvas, Serigraph, Polyfil, Monofil
5’x8’ Vitrine
Balloon Moth Facts:
Balloon Moths are native to Seattle. They were discovered in 2024 by Mary Anne Carter through a scientific process called art. Art is an important part of our ecosystem. It sparks dialogue, inspires positive change, preserves history, and helps humans connect with each other and their own identity.
There are many ways you can help sustain art. Visiting museums and galleries, sharing the work of artists you admire, and collecting pieces that resonate with you aid in a healthy future for our local artists.
