Martin's Wildlife Studio

Taxidermist in Reno, Nevada

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(775) 825-61103550 Barron Way, Reno, NV 89511View on Yelp

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About Martin's Wildlife Studio

Martin's Wildlife Studio brings a studio-quality approach to taxidermy in Reno, Nevada, where access to mule deer, elk, and trophy bass fishing makes demand for skilled preservation work consistently high. The studio carries a perfect 5-star rating and serves a community of serious hunters who expect their trophies to look as good on the wall as the animal did in the field. Reno's location near the Ruby Mountains to the east and the Sierra Nevada to the west puts it in range of some of Nevada's most productive hunting grounds. That context matters when you're choosing who handles your once-in-a-lifetime mount.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Martin's Wildlife Studio focuses on producing lifelike, exhibition-quality mounts across a range of animal types. Shoulder and pedestal mounts for deer, elk, and pronghorn involve detailed hide preparation, careful form selection, and precise eye placement to capture natural expression. Skull cleaning services, either through maceration or beetle colonies, produce clean finished skulls for European-style displays. Antler mounting on decorative plaques or custom panels offers a minimalist alternative for hunters who want to display their trophy without a full skin mount.

Service Area

Martin's Wildlife Studio operates out of Reno and regularly works with clients from across Washoe County and the greater northern Nevada region. Hunters coming in from the Pyramid Lake area, Fallon corridor, or even across the California state line bring their trophies here for studio-quality results.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a European mount and how is it done?
A European mount displays only the cleaned skull and antlers of a deer or elk, with all soft tissue removed to leave a white bone finish. The skull is cleaned through boiling, maceration, or beetle colonies, then whitened and sealed before being mounted on a plaque or panel.
Can a taxidermist fix a mount that was damaged or done poorly elsewhere?
In many cases, yes. Restoration and repair work is a real part of what taxidermists do, whether it's repairing a damaged ear, re-setting glass eyes, or addressing hide shrinkage on an older mount. Bring the piece in for an assessment and you'll get an honest evaluation of what's fixable.
What poses are available for deer shoulder mounts?
Most studios offer a variety of form poses including straight ahead, semi-sneak, upright alert, and turned positions facing left or right. Asking to see example photos or catalogs of available forms helps you visualize what each option looks like before committing.
Is there a deposit required when I drop off my trophy?
Most taxidermists require a deposit at drop-off, typically ranging from 30 to 50 percent of the total quoted price. This covers material costs and reserves your place in the production schedule.
Can I get my pronghorn antelope mounted in Nevada?
Absolutely. Pronghorn are one of the most common trophy species in Nevada, and local taxidermists have experience with their unique coloring and body structure. Shoulder mounts, European mounts, and full body displays are all options for a pronghorn trophy.
How do I know if my taxidermist does quality work?
Ask to see photos of completed work, especially for the specific species you're having mounted. Competition awards, customer reviews, and willingness to discuss their process and materials are all good indicators of a studio that takes quality seriously.

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