DIY Taxidermy European Starling Workshop
DIY Taxidermy European Starling Workshop
Regular price$56000
$560.00
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- Ethically Sourced
- Secure payments
- Small Business/Artisan Made
- Packed With Recycled Materials
- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
Location: 766 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA
They crash-landed in Central Park in 1890, introduced by a Shakespeare superfan who thought North America needed more birds from Henry IV. Today, more than 200 million European Starlings live across the continent. Iridescent, adaptable, and undeniably bold, they’ve carved out a place for themselves just about everywhere, and honestly? We respect the hustle. Now it's your turn to get acquainted.
In this full-day, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art and science of bird taxidermy using the European Starling. Under expert guidance, you'll go from curious beginner to proud owner of a handcrafted starling mount all in a single day. You'll cover skinning, degreasing, body form construction, mounting, and finishing, coming away with a one-of-a-kind piece and a new appreciation for these glossy, spotted, thoroughly unbothered birds.
All specimens are legally and sustainably sourced.
What you'll learn:
Skinning and preparing your specimen
Building and fitting a foam body form
Wiring and assembling your mount
Grooming, feather placement, and finishing touches
About the instructor:
The instructor, Mr. Vassallo has over thirty-five years experience as a professional taxidermist and teacher. He has traveled Continental North America, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, Europe and Africa studying, collecting and preserving wildlife.
Important Details:
- Classes will be held at 766 Valencia St., San Francisco
- Pre-registration required as materials must be prepared for each student and space is VERY limited.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. We ask that all attendees be over the age of 14. Special exceptions may be made by contacting us before you purchase your spot.
- Students are encouraged to bring lunch/snacks.
- Please arrive promptly at the start time.
- Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the date of the class. Cancellations will then be converted to credit that can either be used toward merchandise in the store or to enroll in another workshop. Cancellations made less than 72 hours prior to a class or failure to show up to a class will result in no refund or transfer.
