Author Description

Ras Mykkal, Bermudian photographer, dub poet and author has teamed up with award winning graphic designer Stephan Johnstone to produce the first book ever dedicated to the history, life cycle and illustration of Bermuda's butterflies. The full color book is an awesome learning tool for anyone who is interested in nature and preserve the environment. Well known for his sports photography, Ras likes to take a break from the excitement of action sports and venture into nature for a change of pace. This lead to the idea of this beautifully illustrated book "Bermuda's Flying Flowers." Ras begin photographing the insects in 2006 and started working with Stephan on the book in 2012. Stephan Johnstone, fellow Bermudian rap poet and graphic designer, adds his incredible know-how to the layout and design giving the book a well-polished finish to compliment Ras Mykkal's outstanding photography and informative text. The book "Bermuda's Flying Flowers" is now available globally through For the first time, information about Bermuda's butterflies will be available globally.