Squirrel and Rabbit Taxidermy Workshop

The Natural History
Museum is one of London’s most popular destinations but what are
the techniques that lie behind the preservation process that
immortalised these animals for future study?
This is a unique
opportunity to visit the studio of London’s leading taxidermist
Suzette Field and create a bespoke piece of taxidermy. In a small
class, you will be introduced to the processes and techniques
behind basic taxidermy. You will learn how to skin, prep, preserve,
mount and position your animal.
You can choose to mount
it realistically or anthropomorphically i.e. wearing clothes and at
the end of the day, you can take your stuffed creation home to
occupy pride of place on your mantelpiece.
Please rest assured
that all squirrels and rabbits are ethically sourced and were not
killed for the purpose of taxidermy. They are either salvaged from
pest control firms or gamekeepers where they would otherwise have
been discarded.

All materials plus tea, cakes and a light vegetarian lunch will
be provided.