Clayton Eicher has been an artist and sculptor for over 20 years, and was instructed in the art of both by his father and
grandfather who are both accomplished artists. After becoming a professional wood sculptor, Clayton turned his talents to
taxidermy. Clayton recieved on the job training from master taxidermist Russel O'Neal, then expanded his training with award
winning taxidermist John Camerer of Camerers Wildlife Art. After acheiving professional status in taxidermy, Clayton opened
his own studio called Wildlife Artistry by Clayton Eicher and a skull cleaning service he named "the strip joint".
Clayton frequently attends seminars and conventions to augment his skills and competes in as many taxidermy competitions as
possible. In 2006, Clayton earned the title of master taxidermist and strives to deliver the quality of work worthy of that
title.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
Amber Eicher is a talented artist and an up and coming taxidermist. She assists Clayton in the studio and creates fine sculptures
and paintings in her own style.
Carie Eicher is our quality control expert. Nothing leaves our studio without passing under the scrutiny of her keen eye.
Her sense of artistic balance and ability to pick out the smallest imperfection is an essential part of our studio. Without
her objective insights and the famous "NO it doesn't look right that way, change it" we would be at a considerable
loss.
Technical Support
Wood spirit by Sam
...got tissues?
Sam Eicher is a master wood carver who has been practicing the art for more than 40 years. He was instructed by his father
Alfred Eicher (who was a master wood and leather carver) and received one on one instructions from Amanda Crow the noted
Cherokee Indian wood sculptor. When not assisting Clayton in the studio his interests focus on creating masterfully crafted
walking sticks and staves.
Sandra Eicher is a talented painter and soon to be taxidermist. Her artistic flair and unmatched orginizational skills are
indispensable. She is also part of the quality control team, so between her and Carie we are all kept in line.
Carole Shriner is our habitat and plant specialist. Carol has a B.S. in botany and a M.S. in plant pathology both from PennState
University. She has over 25 years experence as an Environmental Scientist and has worked on numerous Federal, state and local
projects. She has worked in and has extensive knowledge of habitats ranging from Kodiak Island, Alaska to McMurdo Base, Antartica.
Her knowledge also extends to Germanys Black Forest and the surrounding areas.
Jordan Mallon is our dinosaur expert. He is a fourth year undergraduate student at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario.
Jordan is an exacting paleoartist whos drawings appear in books and museums around the country. His precise knowledge of dinosaur
anatomy are essential to achieveing the quality of reproductions we create.
To find out more about Jordan and his fabulous art, click on the link below.
