Science based models of insects

Detlev Gregorczyk With twenty years' professional experience as a scientific Taxidermist, I now create in my workshop, science-based models of insects. The unparalleled quality of these models is a result of one's passion and perfectionism and their exacting standard conforms to the biology and ecology of the insects, themselves.

Independent of business management procedures and their inherent time frames, a body of work is undertaken to produce a model that is astonishingly similar to the original specimen.

A complex modelling process begins with a thorough study of the animal in its habitat, sometimes for years at a time. Next, in order to gather reference data for the model, professional taxidermy employs various methods such as digital microscopy, scanning electron micrography (REM) and three-dimensional measuring by optical laser technology. Finally, throughout the subsequent design development for the modelling of a prototype and its reproduction, an essential selection of first-class materials guarantees a constantly fresh and enduring exhibit.

I regard my work in the first place as “applied nature conservation”. My intention for a visitor in viewing one of these exhibits, is to be inspired and sensitised to the fascinating beauty and life of insects.

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