‘My handmade Taxidermy works are made inside out, in reference to traditional taxidermy where the only thing that remains of the real animal is the skin, in my creations the only thing that remains of the original animal is the skulls, horns or antlers. The skin of my creatures is constructed. I adore vintage woollen blankets, and use them as skin, sometimes as is and sometimes embroidered or appliqued.
I like to think I am giving them back their individuality in their reincarnation as an artwork. There is also a little poem embedded in his brain cavity that only him and I will ever know’ - Kerry Mackay
‘Victory Floral Deer’
Home made taxidermy with embroidery on woolen ‘Victory’ blanket
93cm x 57cm
$2100
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