Sarah, The Butterfly Babe
I started collecting butterflies at the age of 14, after becoming a double amputee on both my feet. Nature became my world as I cloaked myself in it to remove myself from the negative thoughts, sadness and pain I felt after enduring such a tragedy. I began making jewelry with the insects I collected as a hobby. But when I received such positive feedback from friends and family a door opened and "The Butterfly Babe" began. I spent hours researching better techniques for preserving butterflies, learning how to pin, mount, resin, and many other techniques I use today. From such darkness I have found so much positivity and light.
Coby Michael
Coby Michael is a writer, researcher and occultist with a background in History and Religious Studies. A curator of The Poisoner’s Apothecary, Coby has been intrigued by the ritual uses of poisonous plants known as “entheogens” for 6 years. Growing and researching the chemical properties and magical uses for infamous plants like Mandrake and Belladonna, he has amassed a large collection of arcane lore and first hand knowledge. With over a decade spent exploring the magical artes he combines his practical knowledge with myth and legend synthesizing new and creative ways of working with plants in magic, ritual and esoteric exploration. In addition to cultivating and foraging plants of a peculiar nature, Coby uses these plants to create one of a kind ritual tools and amulets. Find him on IG: @poisonersapothecary