The Art & Science of Taxidermy: Halloween Special — The Raven

Dates

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Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 October | 9.30am - 4.30pm

Two-day workshop

Dates
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Cost

$750

This is a two-day educational workshop. All materials will be supplied and you will take home your final specimen.

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Learn industry techniques in this full mount raven two-day workshop.

Under the expert guidance of Teori Shannon, this workshop focuses on the process of preserving and mounting a bird. Scientific techniques covered include skinning, defleshing, skin preservation, body making and natural positioning.

Participants are encouraged to please bring a pencil/pen and notepad. Final specimens will be taken home on a wooden pedestal.

Please note: All materials are ethically sourced where possible. Chemicals used include borax, acetone and formalin.