"Bee Lady"
Maya Runkle
Bee Lady
Acrylic on canvas
16x18”

Maya Runkle
I’ve always had a love for art and the way it can bring both observation and imagination to life. I’m currently studying at the Cleveland Institute of Art, majoring in Life Science Illustration, where I’m able to combine my interests in nature, anatomy, and visual storytelling.
My work leans toward realism, with a focus on painting, portraiture, and animals. I’m drawn to capturing details, whether it’s the emotion in a face or the texture of fur or feathers. My main mediums include acrylic, graphite, charcoal, and watercolor, which allow me to explore both controlled precision and expressive mark-making.
Through my art, I aim to highlight the beauty in the everyday and the intricacies of the natural world.