Bat Fawn & Friends

Taxidermy has been something that has fascinated me since childhood, and when I stumbled across anthropomorphic taxidermy I felt an almost overwhelming urge to study the field, and put my dark mind to work. Anthropomorphic taxidermy is what inspired artist and sculptor Thomas Grünfeld to bring two animals together to make an entirely new specimen.… Continue reading Bat Fawn & Friends

The Alure Of The Disembowled

The importance of anatomical models cannot be overstated in the education of medical professionals, but these learning tools have not always been so… clinical. Behold, the “Anatomical Venus,” idealized female forms first popularized in 18th century Europe, intended for the education of both medical students and a curious public (men and women were most often… Continue reading The Alure Of The Disembowled

Not Many Nights Now

Graphic designer Anya Grainger is hard at work putting together the first issue of Wyrd Words & Effigies. I've worked with Anya on multiple occasions and she has always exceeded my expectations with his phenomenal work. I am extremely proud to have her on board with Wyrd Words and I strongly suggest that if you… Continue reading Not Many Nights Now