Learn bird taxidermy in a fun and relaxing environment! Students are taught the art of bird taxidermy from the ground up. Learn from the only studio in the USA teaching the 'Wire Frame Method'. The Wire Frame Method of taxidermy will give you complete control over the bird during the mounting process. This is most effective for individuals willing to put in the time and effort into their work. Imagine never struggling again to tuck a wing in a side pocket!

Learn to mount flying birds with manikins! Students will learn to customize commercial forms or cast their own using advanced casting methods. Classes are tailored to fit the beginner who has never mounted a bird all the way to experienced individuals wanting to take their taxidermy skills to the next level!

Course Outline:

* Specimen evaluation
* Skinning
* Fleshing (wire wheel)
* Washing
* Building wire frame/altering manikins wrapping necks
* Casting waterfowl heads
* Claying in upland bird heads
* Setting eyes wiring wings injecting feet finish work composition
* Habitat (available only on the 5 day class)

Pricing:

3 days one-on-one lesson $1350
Sessions run from 9:00 am to 6:30pm with lunch included:
Price includes transfers to and from DFW airport; hotel and use of taxidermy studio, tools and supplies. Not included is airfare and lodging.

5-days one-on-one lesson $1950
Sessions run from 9:00 am to 6:30pm with lunch included;
Price includes transfers to and from DFW airport, hotel and use of taxidermy studio, tools and supplies Not included is airfare and lodging.
This course is recommended for beginners or persons wanting to learn advanced habitat techniques.
Students wishing to take home their finished work must bring their own specimens to work on call for details or any additional information.

972-832-1244

PAT@AVIANARTS.COM