Every project at Strong Taxidermy demands the utmost care, attention to detail, and unwavering focus to ensure each specimen is meticulously preserved and brought back to life with vibrant authenticity. Our passion lies in the collaborative process, where we work diligently to overcome challenges and craft unique pieces that find their forever homes. The journey of transforming a specimen into a museum-quality work of art is one we cherish, and we take pride in watching our portfolio evolve alongside our growing clientele. Each piece tells a story, reflecting our commitment to the natural world and the artistry of taxidermy.
Since our work comes from salvaged specimens, we take pride in our ability to work on specimens that have unique challenges in order to present them to the public as educational pieces or to inspire those who wish to have a piece of nature in their homes.
Please note: All specimens come from natural deaths at zoos, in the wild, rehabilitation centers, etc. All specimens are sourced legally and did not die for the art of taxidermy. We possess permits that allow us to perform taxidermy services on protected bird species that are returned after the completion of each project to institutions that have collection and permanent possession permits.
Eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius) for a private client.
White-throated sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis) for the Moore Lab of Zoology.
Red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) for the Moore Lab of Zoology.
Juvenile coyote (Canis latrans) for a local wildlife rehabilitation center.
Double-crested cormorant (Nannopterum auritum) for a local wildlife rehabilitation center.
Light-footed Ridgway's rail (Rallus obsoletus levipes) for the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge.
Acorn woodpecker pair (Melanerpes formicivorus) for the Pasadena Audubon Society.
Diamond dove (Geopelia cuneata) for a private client.
Eared grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) for the Maturango Museum.
White-crowned sparrows (Zonotrichia leucophrys) for the Maturango Museum.
White-crowned sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) detail.
White-crowned sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) detail.
Northern harrier (Circus hudsonius) for the Maturango Museum.
Female black-headed grosbeak (Pheucticus melanocephalus) for the Maturango Museum. The male grosbeak below is a restoration.
Yellow-rumped warbler (Setophaga coronata) for the Maturango Museum.
Yellow-breasted chat (Icteria virens) for the Maturango Museum.
Pair of black-headed grosbeaks (Pheucticus melanocephalus) for the Maturango Museum.
Male black-headed grosbeak (Pheucticus melanocephalus) detail.
Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) for the Maturango Museum.
Lazuli bunting (Passerina amoena) for the Maturango Museum.
Virginia rail (Rallus limicola) for the Maturango Museum.
Western tanager (Piranga ludoviciana) for the Maturango Museum.
American badger (Taxidea taxus) for the Maturango Museum.
Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana) for a private client. This piece placed 3rd in the professional division of the World Championships of 2019.
Juvenile common raccoon (Procyon lotor) for the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
Coyote (Catris latrans) with a Botta's pocket gopher (Thomomys bottae) for the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
Von der Decken's hornbill (Tockus deckeni) for a private client.
The work shown in this portfolio includes specimens personally prepared by Paloma Strong while working as an independent contractor for various institutions and clients, including work completed to prior the founding of Strong Taxidermy LLC. All taxidermy shown was personally prepared and photographed by Paloma Strong or by a professional photographer hired for documentation purposes. Display of this work is for portfolio and educational purpose and does not imply current affiliation or endorsement.