Animal Artistry - World Class Taxidermy

Mike Boyce started Animal Artistry in his garage with a single principle: animals are both beautiful and dignified. What began as a one-man operation has grown into a full-service taxidermy studio that's been featured on KTVN Channel 2 News and recognized in Forbes for reviving America's taxidermy tradition.

This isn't a walk-in taxidermy shop. Animal Artistry operates as a specialized studio for serious hunters who want their trophies mounted and preserved with museum-quality standards. The studio handles:

• •African Big Game Taxidermy - Lions, leopards, cape buffalo, elephants, rhinoceros, and other dangerous game
• •North American Game - Whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, black bear, pronghorn, and more
• •Custom Mount Design - You specify exactly what you want; the team delivers it
• •Hunt Coordination - They arrange hunts across Africa (South Africa regions including Limpopo, Eastern Cape, Free State, Northern Cape), Argentina, and Alaska
• •Hunting Information & Resources - Extensive guides on game species, hunting seasons, and destinations

"I started Animal Artistry nearly 40 years ago in my garage with the simple vision that animals were both beautiful and dignified." — Mike Boyce, Founder

Animal Artistry specializes in African big game hunting expeditions. The studio guides hunters through selecting from:

The studio helps clients understand that South African hunts cost roughly the same as U.S. elk hunts when factoring in daily rates, trophy fees, taxidermy, travel, and lodging.

Beyond Africa, Animal Artistry works with hunters pursuing:

• •Whitetail Deer - The cornerstone of North American hunting, especially during late-season when winter weather makes bucks more predictable
• •Elk - Including the newly reintroduced herds in Missouri, Kentucky, and Wisconsin (extremely sought-after limited tags)
• •Black Bear - From Minnesota and Wisconsin (baiting and tracking required)
• •Mule Deer - High plains hunting in Nebraska, Dakotas, and Colorado
• •Pronghorn Antelope - Spot-and-stalk hunting in Nebraska and Kansas
• •Predator & Invasive Species - Feral hogs and coyotes (year-round, flexible hunting)

Animal Artistry understands that preserving trophies means protecting them. The studio advises against windows in trophy rooms—natural light and exposure damage taxidermy work over time. Proper storage and display are as important as the initial mounting.

The studio holds 30+ years of taxidermy competition ribbons and trophies. They were featured in a Forbes article by Chris Dorsey highlighting America's taxidermy revival and the role of preservation in hunting culture.

The team maintains professional boundaries—they don't blur the lines between taxidermist and friend, keeping relationships strictly business so quality doesn't suffer.

1190 Terminal Way Reno, NV 89502 (775) 323-0203

The studio also operates a specialty store for hunting gear and supplies. Beyond taxidermy, they maintain an active blog covering hunting destinations, game species, land sales, and hunting culture—resources for hunters planning trips or their first big game experience.