Birds and Gardens

From raw hardwood to original art: tables designed, built, and painted by Alevtina Grishina.

I’m Alevtina (Tina) Grishina, a furniture artist and woodworker. I design and hand-build tables from raw hardwood, then create original botanical and wildlife artwork on the furniture itself. The structure, silhouette, and painted story are developed together as one functional work of art.

After more than fifteen years as a veterinarian, I dedicated my career to creating collectible wooden furniture inspired by the natural world.

I work from lumber to the final brushstroke, combining woodworking with hand painting, patina, wax finishes, and metallic leaf. Each piece carries the character of the wood and the individuality of the artist’s hand.

Many collectors come to me with a personal story—a beloved garden, a family landscape, favorite birds, or meaningful memories. Together, we turn those memories into furniture made to be lived with and treasured.

My work has received international design recognition, including the Best for Life Award (Art & Design) and the Travel to Art Award during Art Basel Week in Miami. I am also a member of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the American Craft Council (ACC), and Florida CraftArt (FCA).

Birds & Gardens creates collectible furniture for homes where art, craftsmanship, and nature belong together.

Explore my earlier collections and past designs: https://birdsgardensarchive.etsy.com Read More