Look Alive Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Perry, Michigan

5(1 reviews)
(517) 648-39361157 E Beard Rd, Perry, MI 48872View on Yelp
Look Alive Taxidermy - taxidermy in Perry, MI

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About Look Alive Taxidermy

Look Alive Taxidermy is located in Perry, Michigan, a small Shiawassee County community sitting in the heart of mid-Michigan's hunting and agricultural landscape. The studio holds a perfect 5-star rating and its name alone signals an obsession with realism and lifelike quality in finished mounts. Perry is surrounded by county land, farmland, and state game areas that funnel serious hunters to local taxidermists each fall and spring. This studio serves that community with work that earns its name.

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Services & Process

Look Alive focuses on producing mounts that genuinely look like the animal just stopped moving. Deer shoulder mounts are the core of the business, with meticulous work on glass eye placement, lip lines, and nose finish to achieve a living expression. Full body mounts for predators, turkey, and smaller game add complexity and demand a strong understanding of anatomy and posing. Fish mounts, whether for a largemouth bass from a local lake or a pike pulled from the Shiawassee River, receive the same detailed color matching and scale work that defines the studio's approach.

Service Area

Look Alive Taxidermy serves Perry and the surrounding Shiawassee County area, including Owosso, Corunna, Morrice, and the rural townships in between. Hunters from neighboring Clinton, Ingham, and Livingston counties also bring their work here for the studio's commitment to realistic, detailed mounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the realism of a mount matter so much?
A mount that looks stiff, glassy-eyed, or poorly posed loses the story of the hunt it's supposed to tell. Lifelike details, proper muscle structure under the form, and accurate eye expression are what separate a display piece you're proud of from one that just collects dust.
How early in the season should I contact the studio?
It's smart to reach out before deer season opens, since small studios in active hunting counties book up fast once the harvest starts. Getting on the schedule early also gives you time to discuss your options and know exactly what to do the moment your hunt is successful.
Do you do fish mounts for species from the Shiawassee River?
Yes, local freshwater species including bass, pike, and panfish are regular pieces for the studio. Replica mounts are a great option for smaller rivers where catch-and-release is common, since they don't require sacrificing the fish at all.
Can I request a specific pose for my deer mount?
Absolutely. Most customers bring in reference photos of the deer they shot or poses they've seen that they like, and the studio works from those starting points. There are dozens of form options available covering everything from a relaxed upright pose to a full sneak or fighting position.
What's the process for a full body mount versus a shoulder mount?
A shoulder mount preserves the head, neck, and upper chest on a wall form, while a full body mount uses a life-sized foam form and the entire hide to show the complete animal. Full body mounts take more time, more materials, and more skill to pose convincingly, which is reflected in the higher cost.
How do I know if my specimen is in good enough condition to mount?
Bring it in and let the studio assess it. Hide slippage, freezer burn, or damage from the field sometimes rules out a traditional mount, but options like skull cleaning or a replica may still preserve the memory of the animal. The sooner you get a fresh specimen in, the better your options will be.

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