Taxidermy Training Academy
Join Our Workshop and Learn Techniques From a Master Taxidermist of 35 Years.
Join taxidermy master, Daryl Keyes, as he guides you through a training experience unlike anything you've seen. We have various classes covering all areas of taxidermy and the art behind the mounts.
Overview
Taxidermy Training Academy (TTA) offers a range of classes and courses to provide hands on training in the art of taxidermy. Students may choose to do a workshop for a few days, mastering a certain area of taxidermy, or take the full six week all-inclusive course.
Workshops would range from 1 day, up to a week, and students would work on just one item or area. Workshops would encompass areas such as eye setting, ear butts, molding and casting, bird anatomy, fish painting, and so on. These classes are designed to help an already experienced taxidermist to excel in a certain field or area, or to help in an area that he/she is struggling.
Mini courses would vary from 1 to 4 week courses. This would also include those students who are not able to take the time for a full 6 week class, but would like to do the full course in sections. Students may want to only cover one or two certain areas of taxidermy, such as only working on birds and fish, or concentrating on mammals. TTA will try to tailor a class to meet your needs and expectations.
A 6 week course will be offered to train students in all areas of taxidermy, including birds, fish, lifesize mammals, and game heads. This is an all encompassing comprehensive course that will leave students with the knowledge and experience necessary to start their own taxidermy career.
This is a hands-on class, with students doing the work of mounting animals in a first class facility under the guidance of a master taxidermist. Students will have the opportunity to mount at least 6-8 different specimens during the course of the class, depending on ability and pace.
Students will also be given instruction in the areas of tanning, skinning methods, airbrushing and painting, finish work, habitat construction, and basics of business. Students are encouraged to request specific instruction in areas of interest and necessity particular to their needs. Classes will be kept small to give students the most attention of the teacher.
Tuition
Class rates vary according to length of stay. The longer you train at TTA, the less expensive it becomes. Below is a list of our basic rates. TTA is able to tailor a class to meet all of your needs and budgets. Call or email us today to discuss your options.
Rates
Daily: $300/day
Weekly: $1250/wk
2 Weeks: $2450
4 Weeks: $4700
6 Weeks: $6750
Add’tl Weeks: $1000/wk
Weekly: $1250/wk
2 Weeks: $2450
4 Weeks: $4700
6 Weeks: $6750
Add’tl Weeks: $1000/wk
Upcoming Classes
- 6 week class
- Jan. 22-Mar. 2, 2018
- Jan. 22-Mar. 2, 2018
3 spots still available
Next 2 week mini course: TBA
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