Let me tell you about myself.
I have been performing bird taxidermy for over 20 years as a hobby but professionally for the last 5 years. I grew up in the Newboro/Westport area and live in Athens, Ontario presently.
My interest in taxidermy started when I was a child, spending a lot of time watching and hunting waterfowl. I developed an interest in carving and soon found my interest in mounting birds was stronger. I spent time with the world renowned bird taxidermist Jack Wilson in learning to carve and once Jack passed away I started to taxidermy my own birds.
I competed for the first time in the 2011 Canadian Taxidermy Competition in Orillia, and scored very well for my first showing. During the competition I took several seminars with other bird taxidermists and have joined the Canadian Taxidermy Association.
I only taxidermy birds and have done a diverse amount of breeds, such as; Owls, Ducks, Geese, Full Strut Turkeys, many species of Hawks, Sea Ducks (including the King Eider), a Peacock in full strut, many species of Pheasants, and a Peregrine Falcon in a scene which included a Bufflehead.
Your Bird can be mounted in any way imagined; a simple sleeping or standing pose, preening, taking flight or coming in landing and as mentioned in full strut. I can create a wall mount, pedestal mount or a base and glass encased mount for clients.
Your imagination and wishes can be met most times. Extensive discussion and details are taken to ensure the client gets what they would like.
I look forward to hearing from anyone with inquiries.
Thank You
Arnold Wright