RHYNCHOPHORUS WEEVIL Stephen Shooster, aka Shoosty, showcases “Rhyncho- phorus Weevil” (2025) at the Shoosty Bugs exhibition in Daytona’s Museum of Arts and Sciences, a 36” x 36” vector art piece on 18mm silk twill. This work dazzles with a complex yet delicate pattern, where the weevil’s form is adorned with intricate, hand-drawn floral and geometric motifs in soft pinks, purples, and greens, set against a subtle, repeating background that mirrors the silk’s texture. Entirely handmade using vector tools, the design reflects Shoosty’s Chromatic Fusionism, blend- ing the science of art with a fusion of civilizations, its delicate balance evoking both strength and fragility. The Hocha or Japanese-style logo, a minimalist yet elegant stamp, anchors the composition, adding a cultural nod to traditional craftsmanship. This piece recalls the meticulous floral designs of Jap- anese artist Tawaraya Sōtatsu, whose works similarly fuse nature with ornate patterns, though Shoosty’s digi- tal precision on silk introduces a modern twist. “FROM AROUND THIRTY-SIX YEARS OF AGE, I FELT THE DESIRE TO DEDICATE MY- SELF TO PAINTING DAY AND NIGHT” - KATSUSHIKA HOKUSAI, WOODBLOCK ARTIST
Shoosty Logo Japanese Hocha Style
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