David Aucoin Taxidermy an Art Studio

Taxidermist in Marrero, Louisiana

(504) 810-8750, Marrero, LA 70072View on Yelp
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About David Aucoin Taxidermy an Art Studio

David Aucoin Taxidermy an Art Studio operates in Marrero, Louisiana, a community on the west bank of Jefferson Parish just across the river from New Orleans. The name itself signals something different. This isn't just a shop that processes mounts and moves on. Calling it an art studio suggests a focus on finished quality and presentation that goes beyond the standard work. For hunters and collectors in the greater New Orleans metro area who want a mount that functions as a genuine piece of decor, that distinction matters.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

As an art-focused studio, David Aucoin's work likely emphasizes lifelike poses, accurate anatomical detail, and professional finishing that elevates a mount into a display piece. Fish mounts benefit especially from this approach, with careful attention to color blending and fin positioning. Full body mounts of deer, predators, or other game require sculpting skill to look convincing, and an art background brings that precision. Habitat displays, where the mount is set in a recreated natural scene, are a natural extension of this artistic approach.

Service Area

David Aucoin Taxidermy an Art Studio serves Marrero and the broader Jefferson Parish west bank, including Gretna, Harvey, and Westwego. The studio is accessible to clients from New Orleans and the surrounding metro area via the Crescent City Connection. Collectors and hunters from across southeast Louisiana make the trip for quality artistic work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes an art studio approach to taxidermy different from a standard shop?
An art studio focus means the taxidermist thinks carefully about pose, color, composition, and how light will interact with the finished piece. The goal is a mount that looks alive and stands on its own as something worth displaying, not just a preserved specimen.
Can I commission a habitat display for a mounted animal?
Yes, habitat displays involve creating a naturalistic setting around the mount using materials like driftwood, foliage, rocks, or water elements. These setups are more involved and more expensive, but they dramatically increase the visual impact of the finished piece.
Do you work with collectors who aren't hunters?
Absolutely. Some clients want ethically sourced specimens, antique mounts restored, or pieces created for interior design purposes. An art-focused studio is well equipped to handle requests beyond the typical hunting trophy.
How do I choose the right pose for my deer mount?
Think about where the mount will hang and what angle viewers will see it from most often. An upright, alert pose works well for high wall placements, while a more relaxed or turned pose suits eye-level settings better.
Can old or damaged mounts be restored?
Many taxidermists with art backgrounds offer restoration services for mounts that have faded, dried out, or suffered pest damage. Bring in the piece for an assessment and you'll get an honest evaluation of what's salvageable.
Is taxidermy legal for all species in Louisiana?
Not all species can be legally mounted. Migratory birds require proper hunting licenses and federal stamps, and some species are protected entirely. Your taxidermist can advise you on what documentation you need before work begins.

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