Artistic Wildlife Creations Taxidermy Studio

Taxidermist in Slatington, Pennsylvania

(610) 767-22042653 Mountain Rd, Slatington, PA 18080View on Yelp

About Artistic Wildlife Creations Taxidermy Studio

Artistic Wildlife Creations Taxidermy Studio is based in Slatington, a borough in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, surrounded by some of the state's best hunting territory in the Lehigh Valley and Blue Mountain regions. The studio's name signals a focus on craftsmanship and artistic quality, not just functional preservation. Hunters throughout Lehigh and Carbon counties have solid access to whitetail deer, black bear, and wild turkey, making a skilled local taxidermist a valuable resource. Contact the studio at (610) 767-2204 to discuss current availability.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

A studio emphasizing artistic wildlife work typically handles full body mounts with detailed habitat displays, not just standard shoulder mounts. Trophy shoulder mounts for whitetail deer remain the bread and butter of most Pennsylvania taxidermists, but artistic studios often go further with lifelike posing, custom bases, and habitat scenes using natural materials. Fish mounts, both skin and reproduction, are common requests from anglers fishing the Lehigh River and nearby streams. Bear rugs and full body mounts are also a specialty in this region, given the black bear population in the nearby Pocono and Blue Mountain areas.

Service Area

Artistic Wildlife Creations serves Slatington and the surrounding Lehigh County communities, including Walnutport, Northampton, and Palmerton in Carbon County. Hunters from the Blue Mountain corridor and Lehigh Valley regularly make the trip to this studio for specialty work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you mount black bears in Pennsylvania?
Black bear mounting is absolutely possible in this part of Pennsylvania, where bear populations in the Pocono and Blue Mountain regions give hunters regular opportunities. Full body mounts and bear rug mounts are both popular options.
What's involved in a habitat display mount?
A habitat display places the animal in a recreated natural environment using materials like artificial foliage, real driftwood, rocks, or themed bases. It takes more time and materials than a standard mount but produces a museum-quality result.
How do I choose between a shoulder mount and a full body mount?
Shoulder mounts are more affordable and easier to display, while full body mounts require more space but create a far more dramatic presentation. Your taxidermist can help you weigh the options based on the animal and your display plans.
Can you mount fish from the Lehigh River?
Yes, species like brown trout, smallmouth bass, and walleye from the Lehigh River are common subjects for fish mounts. Fiberglass reproductions are especially popular since they don't require keeping the fish in pristine condition.
What does 'artistic' taxidermy mean in practice?
Artistic taxidermy focuses on realism, natural posing, and creative presentation beyond what a standard mount offers. Details like muscle definition, natural eye placement, and custom habitat elements distinguish artistic work from basic preservation.
How should I cape my deer in the field if I plan to get a shoulder mount?
Cut behind the front shoulders and up to the base of the skull, leaving plenty of hide for the taxidermist to work with. When in doubt, leave extra, since a taxidermist can trim excess but can't add back what's missing.

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