Taxidermy workshop geared to pass on tricks of the trade
Taxidermist David Clifton plans to host a series of threeday white-tailed deer taxidermy workshops at his Rusk County taxidermy facility in coming months. The workshops are intended to teach the basics and forge a solid foundation for beginners to build on. Courtesy Photo, David Clifton
If you harvest a deer and elect not to shoulder mount the animal, don’t waste the cape. Give it to your local taxidermist for safekeeping and use later on. Courtesy Photo, David Clifton
How the hunter cares for the animal in the field can have a significant impact on the finished product. Always keep the cape cool and dry until it reaches the freezer. This will help prevent the formation of bacteria that can cause the cape to slip. Photo by Matt Williams
David Clifton takes pride in his work and he’s looking to pass on the passion for turning out top-notch taxidermy to others.Clifton, 54, is a full-time taxidermist from Rusk. In mid-September, he announced he will host a series of white-tailed deer taxidermy workshops throughout the fall.The workshops are intended to show beginners the ropes of an art that got in Clifton’s blo...
