a record of the night; a keeping of its thoughts and passing moments.

This collection explores time through darkness, asking the viewer to sit with the illusion of depth within the void. What appears infinite is often shallow, echoing the nature of life itself, brief, passing, and all the more beautiful because of it.

Krystal Festerly (born in 1985, Loma Linda, California) is a multidisciplinary artist and writer who creates one-of-a-kind, handcrafted pieces using preserved florals. Her work blends visual storytelling with functional art, turning fleeting moments in nature into lasting, meaningful objects.

At the heart of my work is a desire to hold onto what would otherwise be lost. I’m drawn to the fleeting nature of flowers, not only for their beauty, but for what they represent: moments, milestones, and emotions that pass too quickly. Preserving them is an act of care, a way of honoring both the object itself and the memories tied to it.

Working with real, carefully preserved botanicals, each piece is thoughtfully composed and set in crystal-clear resin. The organic softness of the florals is balanced with a smooth, enduring finish, creating objects that are both delicate in feeling and lasting in form. The result is a collection of pieces that transform the temporary into something permanent, designed to be lived with, held onto, and passed down.