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7 time texas state champion studio division winner: texas taxidermy association, call our local taxidermist today in san angelo, tx.

You can count on our talented taxidermy team to preserve your latest hunt for years to come. We offer:

• Taxidermy services - we'll stuff and pose any kind of animal you want, including deer, lions, bears and more
• Hunting trophy room installation services - we'll transform any room in your home into a huge diorama so you can display all your hunting trophies with pride

Have questions about the taxidermy services our taxidermy team provides? Call us at 325-949-6890 now for straightforward answers. Please note that we don't preserve household pets.

Looking For A World Class Taxidermist?

Turn to safari studios, serving san angelo, tx and the world.

When it comes to taxidermy work, no one does it better than Safari Studios. We have one of the largest taxidermy studios in the state of Texas. Entrust the preservation of your hunting trophies to our experienced taxidermists. Schedule taxidermy services in San Angelo, TX by speaking with a member of our team today.

Providing taxidermy services since 1987

• Has over 35 years of experience
• Has a team of taxidermists ready to create beautiful nature scenes for your trophy room
• Has won the Best Studio in Texas Award by the Texas Taxidermy Association seven years in a row
• Takes pride in providing quality safari animal and deer taxidermy services
• Offers personalized services so the final product looks exactly how you envisioned it

We'll Create a Hunting Trophy Room in Your Home

Arrange for taxidermy room installation services, serving the entire state of texas and beyond, safari studio taxidermy.

Honesty, integrity and a commitment to pleasing our customers has been our goal and focus since we opened the doors in 1995. Our business has grown from a small 1,600 sq ft studio to a state of the art secure 13,000 sq ft facility located in San Angelo, TX. As experienced and award winning taxidermists, we know that your trophy should look as you have envisioned it. We have experience with many types of animals from around the world. Our attention to detail is everything and your satisfaction is always our top priority.

RELIVE YOUR GREATEST MEMORIES

Beyond being anatomically correct, your safari taxidermy will look stunning. In fact, stepping into your trophy room will enable you to relive the best moments of your favorite hunts. Hunters and sportsmen from around the country recognize Safari Studios as their unsurpassed taxidermist! Call us for more information on our unparalleled services.

Taxidermy Business Expands and Moves to New Location after 20 Years

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SAN ANGELO, TX -- A San Angelo taxidermy shop has moved to Grape Creek after two decades of business on U.S. 67 and Twin Buttes Marina Park Rd. and expanded to meet demand.

Safari Studios owner Jimmy Fontenot has seen a lot of changes in the taxidermy business over the last two decades.  Fontenot purchased Frontier Taxidermy over 20 years ago and it was a one room wooden building. In the last five years, Fontenot has expanded four times in the same location and just ran out of room.  

“We had about 7,200 sq. ft. of space and we needed more, but we didn’t have room.  We found this building in Grape Creek that was 13,000 sq. ft. and was ideal for our needs.”  said Fontenot in a recent interview. Safari Studios caters to native deer hunters and trophy exotic hunters alike.  Fontenot has worked to develop his African Safari clientele and now has customers who hunt all over the world.

Fontenot has completed hundreds of safaris from several African countries as well as New Zealand.  Safari Studios also mounts hundreds of native trophies including whitetail deer, mule deer, bobcat, and fox each year.  “The new location basically expands our workspace and allows the taxidermists, finishers and habitat constructionist to work on more mounts at the same time because of the extra space.”  

Safari Studios ships mounts to clients all over the country and has numerous clients in the Midland area and in Central and North Texas. Fontenot markets his business through the Texas Taxidermy Association and Safari Club International .  Safari Studios competes in taxidermy competitions each year with entries for the business and for individual taxidermists.

Whitetail deer season began on Nov. 3 and runs through Jan. 6 according to the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife.  Fontenot said deer season has been a little slow because all the rain this year has created plenty of food for the deer and they are not coming into deer feeders as they do in regular years.  

The new studio is located in the former Fisher Food Mart building on U.S. 87 N near FM 2288 in Grape Creek.   Safari Studios is open seven days a week during deer season and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday after deer season.  

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Wood Wildlife Studio

Our services in taxidermy of all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. General taxidermy includes skulls and European mounts or tail mounts. Big game taxidermy includes larger species of animals such as sheep, moose, elk, bears, deer and exotic species. Safari taxidermy includes African, European or Asian species. We can do shoulder to life-size mounts on custom habitat bases or pedestals. We also do various forms of tanning and can do home decor such as pillows, rugs, table stands, trashcans, stools and gun racks. We can have coin purses, pencil holders, flyswatters and the like done as well. There is no project too large or too small. We take pride in providing our customers with exceptional custom pieces. We receive animals from all over the world and can ship to any location in the United States, so get in touch with us to discuss your future mount s.

Our services in taxidermy of all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. General taxidermy includes skulls and European mounts or tail mounts. Big game taxidermy includes larger species of animals such as sheep, moose, elk, bears, deer and exotic species. Safari taxidermy includes African, European or Asian species. We can do shoulder to life-size mounts on custom habitat bases or pedestals. 

We also do various forms of tanning and can do home decor such as pillows, rugs, table stands, trashcans, stools and gun racks. We can have coin purses, pencil holders, flyswatters and the like done as well. There is no project too large or too small. We take pride in providing our customers with exceptional custom pieces. We receive animals from all over the world and can ship to any location in the United States, so get in touch with us to discuss your future mount s.

About Our Studio

Chris Wood founded Wood Wildlife Studio in July 2013. He began as an Apprentice under the direction of Lynn Follis with Big Game Studios in January 2009. After a little over one year he mastered work with Deer and Elk. He chose to expand his apprenticeship with Texas State Master Taxidermist Wes Sykes with Wes Sykes Taxidermy in March 2010. Within three months he completed his apprenticeship and expanded his capability to include most species. He then began to focus on learning the business aspects of owning a shop. With the direction of Jimmy Fontenot, owner of Safari Studios, Chris decided to open his own studio.

Wood Wildlife Studio began in a 336 square foot portable building at his home. Within a few months it expanded into the garage and home office. Chris realized the demand for his work was growing rapidly with referrals from happy clients. He hired his first employee within six months which was quickly followed by a taxidermist apprentice two months later. Within thirteen months, expansion demanded the hiring a secretary and another employee to assist with completion of each piece.

Of course, the little studio couldn’t possibly house everyone comfortably. The hunt for another location with more space and capability for rapid expansion began. On October 21, 2015 the new studio was purchased. With 3600 square feet of space to work with, employees will have individual work stations. The increased space will allow for completion of larger life size pieces as well. Should Wood Wildlife Studio continue to grow, the new building easily allows for expansion.

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We would love for you to come by our Studio if you would like to get a free estimate or discuss how we can make your hunting experience something you can cherish the rest of your life.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30AM – 5:00PM

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Welcome to  Old Friends Taxidermy .  You worked hard for your trophy…now trust its preservation to a taxidermist who takes their role in your trophy just as seriously. Old Friends Taxidermy brings 20 years of experience to every project. Through our painstaking attention to every detail, we preserve more than your mount…we will preserve your memories of the hunt.

Our many years of professional experience allow us to have the knowledge to provide you with the very best taxidermy work in the area. Stop by and visit our show room to see the quality mounts that we provide to all of our customers. We are certified to score for Safari Club International (SCI), Trophy Game Records of the World (TGR) and Records of Exotics (ROE).   

Old Friends is a full time taxidermy studio. We are a dependable, artistic studio known for building lasting relationships with our customers and producing a level of taxidermy and wildlife art that keeps our customers coming back year after year.  

We treat each hunting trophy as if it were our own and each is designed to meet our high standards of quality, accuracy and artistic vision.

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San Angelo Taxidermy Studio - Safari Studios Artisan Mounts

The art and science of taxidermy in san angelo, safari studios - san angelo's premier taxidermy experts.

San Angelo, located in the heart of Texas, is well-known for its thriving hunting culture and scenic Hill Country terrain. As a result, taxidermy services are in high demand in the area as hunters seek creative ways to memorialize their trophy kills. Safari Studios is a leading San Angelo taxidermy studio that caters to the area's hunting enthusiasts.

The Taxidermy Process

Taxidermy combines art and science to preserve an animal's body via mounting or stuffing for display. At Safari Studios in San Angelo, taxidermists use specialized techniques to ensure trophy mounts reflect each animal's unique size, shape, and spirit. The taxidermy process involves complex steps like skinning, fleshing, tanning, molding, and mounting.

Quality materials that withstand heat, light, and humidity are also vital for preventing deterioration. At Safari Studios, hunters can trust that artisan taxidermists use museum-quality materials and methods so trophies last for generations.

Popular Big Game Hunts in San Angelo

From native Texas species to exotic African game, San Angelo offers bountiful big game hunting. Popular regional trophy pursuits include:

• Whitetail Deer - The most popular big game animal in Texas. Known for large antler racks.
• Axis Deer - An exotic trophy species originally from India. Features ornate antlers.
• Feral Hog - A popular exotic game species known for its tasty meat.
• Ibex - Stocky goat antelopes native to mountainous regions of Africa and Eurasia. Boast thick, ridged horns.

For hunters visiting from out of town, local ranches also offer guided trophy pursuits of exotic African game like wildebeest, zebra, and different antelope species.

Choosing the Right Taxidermist in San Angelo

With so much time, money, and emotion invested in securing trophy kills, it's crucial for hunters to choose the right taxidermist. Top San Angelo taxidermy studios like Safari Studios provide:

• Artistic Mounts - Using an artistic eye to reflect each animal's essence.
• Responsiveness - Updating clients throughout long preservation processes.
• Reliable Service - Meeting project timelines and costs as quoted.
• Realistic Detail - Precisely recreating fur, feathers, antlers, etc.

When evaluating San Angelo taxidermy companies, be sure to research factors like experience, examples of past work, mounting technique, and what types of services they offer.

Founded in 2013, Safari Studios brings world-class taxidermy to San Angelo hunters. Owned by expert taxidermist KenBOOLEAN, Safari Studios is a family-run local business. With quality, responsiveness, and education as guiding principles, Safari Studios attracts hunters across Texas and beyond.

Custom Artisan Mounts

Unlike large commercial taxidermy companies, Safari Studios treats every piece as a custom, hand-crafted artwork. Combining old world techniques with modern methods and materials, they specialize in stunning shoulder mounts of Texas game like whitetail deer, axis deer, and feral hogs.

They also cater to exotic safari hunters, preparing full life-size mounts of animals from across Africa and beyond. Species commonly mounted include Cape buffalo, greater kudu, gemsbok, impala, and more.

Educational Taxidermy Classes

For DIY'ers, Safari Studios also offers a variety of educational taxidermy classes and resources. From deer caping and skinning courses to full mounting classes, hands-on lessons reveal professional techniques and best practices.

One-on-one mentorship sessions are also available for those working on an existing project. Aspiring taxidermists can learn directly from renowned experts in an intimate studio environment.

The Art of the Hunt

At Safari Studios, the team shares the thrill, passion, and art behind the hunt. They love collaborating with local San Angelo hunters to transform trophy animals into lasting works of art. Each unique piece reflects the emotion and story behind securing that trophy. This commitment to quality and service is why Safari Studios is the top choice for San Angelo taxidermy services.

What kinds of animals can you mount at Safari Studios?

We specialize in quality shoulder mounts of Texas species like whitetail deer, axis deer, and feral hogs. We also mount exotic African game including Cape buffalo, kudu, gemsbok, impala, and more.

What taxidermy services do you offer?

We offer custom taxidermy mounts, from basic shoulder mounts to elaborate life-size African game mounts. We also offer educational taxidermy classes on skinning, caping, mounting, and best practices.

How long does the taxidermy process take?

Most big game shoulder mounts take 4-5 months to complete, depending on the time of year. More elaborate life-size mounts can take over a year. We keep clients updated on timelines throughout.

Can I learn taxidermy skills myself?

Yes, we offer beginner and advanced taxidermy classes at our San Angelo studio! Learn hands-on while working alongside renowned expert taxidermists.

Why choose Safari Studios?

We treat every piece as a custom, handcrafted artwork. With quality, responsiveness & education as guiding principles, we help hunters memorialize trophies for generations.

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Our local nonprofit organization in San Angelo, TX fights to preserve hunting rights

Want to know about a local nonprofit organization that lobbies for the rights of hunters? Look no further than SCI San Angelo TX Chapter in San Angelo, TX. Safari Club International focuses on wildlife and hunter conservation efforts . Hunters are some of the biggest contributors to wildlife conservation efforts worldwide. We strive to educate the public on the sport of hunting and its critical role in conservation. Help protect our hunting heritage. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our wildlife conservation nonprofit.

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The board members at SCI San Angelo TX Chapter welcome you to the community. When you partner with our wildlife conservation nonprofit, you'll be a part of a community that: Practices ethical hunting Has 12 dedicated board members Has been around for over 10 years Has over 55,000 like-minded members Participates in humanitarian efforts across the globe Hosts a fundraising banquet every year to raise money for our cause Runs several programs that support hunting and wildlife conservation If you want to surround yourself with like-minded individuals who share your beliefs for hunter conservation, join our local nonprofit organization today.

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El Cazador Taxidermy Studio

Eric Zuniga Taxidermist

El Cazador Taxidermy Studio, based out of San Angelo Texas, can extend the thrill of your hunt for decades. Our award-winning mounts will keep your prized trophy, just the way it should be.

Hunting and fishing have been a part of the great outdoors throughout our history. We realize that those experiences cannot always be expressed enough through stories and pictures. We take pride in the preservation of your trophies, so those stories become reality. Our quality of workmanship in taxidermy is known throughout the world as some of the top in the industry.

El Cazador taxidermy studios is owned and operated by Eric Zuniga from San Angelo Tx.

We stay on top of the newest materials and techniques. Our shop can do anything from game heads, to trophy rooms, and much more. You can feel safe that your trophy will be done with the best commercial tanning, top quality materials and with our passion it will get done at the highest quality in the industry. We take pride in providing our customers with exceptional custom pieces. 

Please feel free to contact us with any questions concerning your  African, Big Game, Fish, Bird, Whitetail or exotics. We receive animals from all over the world and can ship to any location in the United States, so get in touch with us to discuss your future mounts. 

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