Anna Benifield’s work lives where scientific curiosity and creative expression meet - transforming the textures of nature into intricate, hand-cut paper collages.
Reimagining the legacy of Audubon through a feminine, contemporary lens, each piece invites a moment of stillness and reflection, encouraging viewers to slow down and look more closely.
Upcoming Events
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Julep Gallery
St. Simon's Island, GA
Julep is a colorfully curated gallery filled with art from artists both local and regional to our home, St. Simons Island, Georgia. Our original artwork is accessible to many art lovers, young and old. We'd love for you to visit us and soak up the sunshine and beautiful works of each of our amazing artists.
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The Loyola Art Show
Mobile, AL - August 22-23, 2025
Setting sights on the finest art shopping experience on the Gulf Coast. The Loyola Art Show is an elevated indoor and outdoor shopping experience for artists and collectors alike. Enjoy this two-day event, which will host 60 well-established artists from across the Southeast.
Audubon Mini Collection
Inspired by the work of naturalist John James Audubon, this series of miniature cut-paper collages explores color and texture to create striking, iconic portraits of various bird species. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind cut-paper collage, meticulously crafted on heavyweight cold press paper and uniquely framed in custom white acrylic scalloped-edge frames. A curated selection of Minis is available at Julep Gallery in St. Simons Island, GA.
Meet the Artist
A naturalist and artist, Anna’s work draws inspiration from early 19th-century naturalists, particularly John James Audubon. Her recent work reinterprets Audubon’s scientific illustrations through a contemporary, feminine lens, creating intricate cut-paper collages. Each piece begins with an in-depth study of the subject, followed by hand-painting, cutting, and layering paper onto wood panels—an approach she likens to a two-dimensional form of taxidermy.
