Taxidermy Demonstration and Drawing Workshop

On Saturday, February 14th at 11 a.m., join National Park Service rangers, local artist Samsam Graves (@samsamgraves), and Gotham Taxidermy’s Divya Anantharaman (@gothamtaxidermy) for a free taxidermy demonstration, followed by a drawing and sketch workshop. Learn more about the taxidermy's role in conservation efforts and the meticulous methods used to preserve museum and scientific collections. Following the demonstration, practice your wildlife and nature observation skills with a sketch workshop.

No experience is required, materials will be provided. Registration is required to attend this event.

https://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/calendar.htm

https://www.gothamtaxidermy.com/

https://www.instagram.com/samsamgraves/?hl=en

All specimens are legally and sustainably sourced. Taxidermy demo specimens by Gotham Taxidermy are commissioned by educational facilities. Study skin specimens provided by Local Nature Lab. Nothing is harmed for the sake of taxidermy.

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