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05/30/2026

The Heritage Bantam Series ✨ There is something so striking about the miniature, stately presence of a bantam.

I'm always curious about what catches people's eyes first. Are you more drawn to the sharp, graphic patterns of the laced varieties, or the soft, unique texture of the silkies? Let me know in the comments!

Every specimen was ethically sourced via donations from keepers across Georgia, South Carolina, and beyond after passing of natural causes. Each one is mounted on a hand-finished, velvet-lined wooden plinth and comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Check out the remaining pieces and full gallery - linked in the usual place!

Please note: I don't monitor my social media DMs, so please send any inquiries through the email form on the website!

05/23/2026

Fresh from its exhibition at the Lyndon House Arts Center (Selected by Michelle Yun Mapplethorpe), I am thrilled to officially release "Aurum and Cinnabar" to the public!

This piece blurs the line between classical preservation and contemporary three-dimensional fine art… capturing the fluid, fiery movement of the golden pheasant. Every single feather was hand-placed to create a dramatic, textured mosaic that shifts with the light.

"Aurum and Cinnabar" is now available for acquisition directly through my studio website (linked in the first comment!). Payment plans are available at checkout via Klarna, or you can contact me directly for a custom, flexible installment plan.

Complimentary, fully insured crated shipping is included within the US, and local Atlanta area pickup can be arranged.

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05/12/2026

I’ve spent the last few weeks looking back over this taxidermy journey - the survival years, seasons of incubation, and the shift into this new season of stewardship. Tomorrow at 11:00am ET, I’m sending out a very special (and vulnerable) newsletter update for my 12-year anniversary. It’s the most I’ve ever shared about the history behind my art.

If you’re already on the list, keep an eye on your inbox! If you’d like to join us for this chapter, I've dropped the direct link in the first comment below.

~ This Laughing Kookaburra was done recently for a client! ~

04/28/2026

As I prepare the studio for a significant new collection and reflect on my 12th anniversary this week, I’ve decided to find a home for this particular blue-throated bee-eater. He features the signature rufous nape and bright teal plumage, mounted in an outstretched pose on a madrona branch. Available on the site - details are in the usual place!

This is an earlier professional work from my studio. While it is a fully archival mount, it represents a previous chapter of my technical journey. Because it doesn't reflect my 2026 standard for plumage smoothness, I am offering him at a reduced rate to ensure he goes to a good home as I clear my desk for what’s coming next.

My email subscribers received 72-hour early access to this piece. If you’d like first priority on exciting future releases and want to see the 12-year retrospective dropping in inboxes soon, I encourage you to join the private list!

Post edit: This piece has now been acquired.

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03/04/2026

For the past decade, much of my work was created from a place of endurance. I am entering this year operating at my highest capacity. I'm dedicated to honoring life with more intention and rigor than ever before.

This cuckoo Polish bantam is part of the Heritage Bantam Series, my first release under this new, slower rhythm.

I’ve shared a more personal update this morning regarding this shift and some recent fine art milestones with my email subscribers. If you’re on the list, check your 'promotions' folder to ensure you don’t miss next week’s early access. Dragging it to primary (or adding me to your contacts) ensures you won't miss the early access link for the upcoming release.

Not on the list? Follow this link to join the correspondence (also in bio): https://www.avianobsessiontaxidermy.com/ 'd

I'd love to have you there!

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03/03/2026

These chameleons have joined a long-time client’s private collection (they have truly impeccable taste).

The veiled chameleon is a massive specimen - the largest I’ve had the privilege to work with, about 10" in length - featuring an extensive, hand-painted finish to capture the nuance of its life colors. Beside it, a vibrant little Jackson’s chameleon, preserved with an excited, open-mouth expression. While chameleons are one of the very few non-avian subjects I work with, they were a joy to bring to life.

A note on my studio: I am transitioning away from social media as my primary gallery. While I will still share the occasional highlight here, my full portfolio, behind-the-scenes process, and early access to new pieces will now be shared exclusively (and first) with my private correspondence list.

I promise to respect your inbox - no spam or "fluff." Moving forward, I will be sending these correspondences once or twice a month, depending on the pace of the studio. By joining, you will receive:

-Exclusive early access: A private link to shop new collections 24 hours before the general public.

-Stories from the studio: Behind-the-scenes looks at my most complex "showstopper" pieces and the process of bringing them to life.

-Artistic philosophy: Reflections on the ethics of my craft, the quiet beauty found in memorials, and my commitment to a slower, more intentional rhythm of work.

-Open correspondence: I will be selecting a few of your questions to answer in each update.

The first studio update arrives tomorrow morning. Join the correspondence list at the link to remain included (also in my bio): https://www.avianobsessiontaxidermy.com/

(Please note: If you have previously purchased a piece or paid an invoice through Square, you are likely already in the system. However, if you are unsure, feel free to sign up anyway - the system will automatically merge any duplicate entries.)

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03/01/2026

I’ve decided to step back from the digital noise to better serve my craft. To maintain the focus and intentionality my work requires, I am shifting my primary connection with you to my private correspondence list.

While I will still share finished works here occasionally, this platform is no longer my home. I am reclaiming a slower rhythm - one that prioritizes the deep presence required in my work.

What this means for you:

-For primary updates: I will no longer rely on social media algorithms for major announcements or shop updates.

-Early access advantage: Members of my correspondence list receive 24-hour early access to all new releases before they are available to the public.

-You will also receive occasional studio updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at my most complex "showstopper" pieces and the process of bringing them to life.

My next release, The Heritage Bantam Series, arrives soon. To join me for the early opening, please visit the link: https://www.avianobsessiontaxidermy.com/

A note to my existing clients: If you have supported my work in the past or have received an invoice through Square for a memorial or commission, you have been automatically included in this new correspondence list. There is no need to sign up again - simply look for a welcome letter from my studio desk soon.

Thank you for supporting a slower, more intentional journey.

- Eliana

02/10/2026

Welcome to the studio. 🕊️

I am a Georgia-based avian taxidermist and artist with over a decade of specialized experience. My work ranges from traditional bird preservation and award-winning competition mounts to gallery-juried feather mosaics. Whether it’s a competition piece or a custom commission, my focus is on capturing the grace of the bird through a modern, artistic lens.

Recent recognition:

🏆 Best Professional Bird & 2nd Overall Professional | GTA 2024

🏛️ 2026 Fine art debut | Selected for the 51st Juried Exhibition, Lyndon House Arts Center

Moving forward, I am dedicating my artistry to heirloom-quality specimens, dimensional mosaics, private commissions, and pet memorials. By moving away from the constant pull of a smartphone, I’ve gained a new depth of focus. This isn't just a lifestyle change; it’s a commitment to the quality of the art I’m putting into your hands.

A note on correspondence: As of January 2026, my studio has gone "analog" for deep work. I do not carry a smartphone, allowing me to be fully present at the bench. Please reach out via email for all inquiries (linked in bio). I check my inbox at the start of each day and look forward to giving your project my undivided attention.

Explore the archives. Inquiries for commissions are welcome. ✨

02/05/2026

An editorial study of my piece "Aurum and Cinnabar" in the midwinter air ❄️

I am deeply honored to announce that this piece was selected by Michelle Yun Mapplethorpe - Executive Director of the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation and the Katonah Art Museum - for the 51st Annual Juried Exhibition at the Lyndon House Arts Center.

Creating this dimensional mosaic was a study in texture and the natural brilliance of the Red Golden Pheasant. Seeing his plumage against the Georgia snow felt like a return to the species' high-altitude mountain origins.

On view in Athens, GA: March 19th – May 16th.

01/30/2026

I’ve always been shy about sharing anything personal online. I've kept my posts professional, preferring to let my work speak for itself. But as I look at the year ahead, I feel it’s time to share a bit more of the story behind the art.

There is a lot of noise and uncertainty in the world right now. For a long time, my own personal world felt very dark, too. For the past decade - basically my entire career - I’ve been navigating a heavy path of grief and chronic illness behind the scenes. The last five years in particular were a test of endurance. I chose to stay quiet about it 'in the moment.' I never wanted to lean on excuses or a 'pity story,' and truthfully, I wasn’t yet sure if there would be a 'happily ever after' to share. I was simply determined to maintain the integrity of my work and my professionalism, even when I was operating at half-capacity. To those of you who waited on a delayed project, meeting my 'thank you for your patience' with understanding: your grace meant so much to me. I thank you for the support that kept me going.

Today, I am overjoyed to share with you that I am fully healed. For the first time in over ten years, I feel truly well - truly like myself. I am no longer in survival mode; I am operating at 100%. I know I spent much of 2025 feeling burnt out, even mentioning retirement from taxidermy. But when I actually sat with the idea of walking away, I realized there is absolutely nothing else I’d rather do. That "burnout" was just the last of the old energy leaving to make room for the new.

Taxidermy has always been my way of honoring the life that came before, but I see it with new eyes now. I see art as a form of resistance. Choosing to create beauty when things feel heavy - whether in the world or in our personal lives - is how we stay grounded. It is a way of saying that life, in all its forms, is worth celebrating and remembering. I’m reclaiming my story, and I am so excited to offer something hopeful back to all of you. 2026 is going to be my best year yet, and I have so many wonderful, new projects in store. Thank you for being here. Stay tuned - the best is yet to come. ❤️🦜✨

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