TaxidermyXANIMAL MASTERY TAXIDERMY STUDIO
Taxidermist in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Big Game
Fish
Birds
Small Game
ExoticAbout ANIMAL MASTERY TAXIDERMY STUDIO
ANIMAL MASTERY TAXIDERMY STUDIO is a taxidermy studio located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, owned and operated by master taxidermist Wayne Olivo.
The studio provides high-end, professional taxidermy across a wide range of wildlife, with work featured by major outdoor retailers and conservation organizations.
Wayne focuses on full-service taxidermy that covers big game, fish, and birds with an emphasis on detailed, lifelike presentation.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Bear
- • Buffalo
- • Deer
- • Goat
fish
birds
- • Pheasants
small game
exotic
Animal Mount Details
The studio works on big game, small game, birds, and fish, handling a broad mix of North American and exotic species.
Available mount styles include full-body work and bird mounts, along with other head and display styles visible in the studio’s portfolio.
Owner Wayne Olivo brings 54 years of experience and previously ran one of the largest taxidermy studios in Montana for over 20 years before opening his Coeur d'Alene studio.
He emphasizes mastery of every phase of the trade, including sculpting custom forms, staying current through seminars and competitions, and producing detailed, lifelike mounts and complex wildlife scenes.
Pricing & Turnaround
The studio shares pricing information through dedicated pricing images and accepts credit cards, and they encourage you to contact them directly for specific quotes.
Reviews consistently note fast turnaround times, with customers praising how quickly they receive high-quality mounts.
What Customers Say
Reviewers consistently describe the quality as exceptional, with highly detailed, realistic, and artistic mounts that many call the best they have seen.
Most customers highlight Wayne’s professionalism, storytelling, and positive interactions, though one review reports a short and unhelpful phone call.
Themes in the reviews include very fast and reliable turnaround, strong value for the quality, and many repeat customers who would not go elsewhere.
Find Out More
The studio is based in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, serving hunters and anglers in the surrounding region and beyond.
You can review their galleries and then call or contact ANIMAL MASTERY TAXIDERMY STUDIO directly to discuss your next mount and confirm pricing and timelines.
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