When preparing a European mount for horned animals, the process is quite similar to mounting a deer or most other animals. However, there are a few key differences to keep in mind, particularly regarding the treatment of the horns.

Ear tags are extremely inexpensive, can be used year after year, and they are super durable. So what I do as soon as a deer comes into my taxidermy shop I will take metal wire and attach the ear tag to the rack of the deer. I take the tag number and will write it on your order form. Doing this helps make sure you are getting the right animal when its time for pickup.

As a local taxidermist in Chester County, PA, we can gauge how the hunting season is progressing by the number of deer brought in throughout each stage of the season.

Ways to save on your Taxidermy Bill

A lot of time super sun-dried chalky antlers tend to be left in the woods because of the state they are in. As a taxidermist I know there is hope for those old beat-up antlers. As a taxidermist here are some tips on how to get your old sun-dried antlers back looking good as new.

When you have old antlers that have been sun bleached and you want to bring them back to life its a lot easier then you would expect. Here is my step by step instructions on how to make your old white antlers look good as new.

If there was one animal I had always wanted to hunt since I got into hunting, it would be moose. I told myself that for my 30th birthday, I would go on a moose hunt—and that’s exactly what I did.

A common issue with Euro mounts over time is the yellowing of the skull

Rather than tossing out old mounts that past family members shot years ago you can always try refreshing them

Planning a hunting trip often involves careful preparation, especially when it comes to transporting your firearm. If you’re flying to your hunting destination, understanding the rules and regulations for traveling with a gun is crucial to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process.

After you have had a successful hunt and you’re ready to drop your trophy off at your local taxidermist we require a few things from you.

Andy and Courtney spent some time coming up with a unique way to showcase all 3 of her PA bucks

It’s that time of year again to start thinking about dusting off the old shotgun and hit the turkey woods.

This year’s winner of the biggest buck goes to Brad. It was an extremely close win with a handful of bucks all around the same size. the second and 3rd place bucks were exactly one inch different

Another great year in the books for myself and all of my hunting friends. First of all my customers brought in a lot of great bucks and toward the end of the season even got a few foxes and a coyote. I appreciate all the business and it was great hearing everyone’s success stories.

When customers bring me a deer, fox, or coyote hide my go-to method for fleshing it once I’m done skinning is using the pressure washer. The reason I prefer using the pressure washer for fleshing is for a few reasons.

First and foremost, I want to thank everyone who supported Brandywine Wildlife Artistry through our first year in business—especially all our customers who chose to work with us.

Maceration and Boiling have been the best process for us leaving you with a quality clean mount to last a lifetime. There are plus and minuses to each process but that is what works best for us.

After you harvest your deer, or any other game for that matter and it's time to start thinking about getting your animal to the taxidermist here are a few helpful tips that will make things run smoother for your taxidermist.