TaxidermyXAquatic Arts-Anthony F Cannova
Taxidermist in Denver, Colorado
FishAbout Aquatic Arts-Anthony F Cannova
Aquatic Arts-Anthony F Cannova is a taxidermy studio located in Denver, Colorado that operates under the name Aquatic Arts Fish Taxidermy and is led by award-winning fish taxidermist Tony (Anthony) Cannova.
The studio specializes exclusively in fish taxidermy, providing high-end reproductions and skin mounts for anglers who want to preserve memorable catches as detailed works of art.
Animal Mount Types
fish
- • Fish Replicas
- • Fish Skin Mounts
Animal Mount Details
Tony focuses solely on fish, offering both replicas and skin mounts as well as fish restoration work for customers local and from afar.
Mount options center on custom fish reproductions and skin mounts, including restoration and reworking of existing fish mounts.
Tony brings about 40 years of experience specializing only in fish, personally creating, hand-painting, and on request hand-scaling every reproduction and skin mount.
His work emphasizes lifelike realism, fine detail, and custom, artistic presentation that clients describe as exceptional and long-lasting.
Pricing & Turnaround
Pricing is not listed; you are encouraged to call Tony directly for an estimate, with reviewers noting he is not the least expensive but offers strong value for the quality and artistry.
Reviews do not provide clear information on turnaround times or scheduling reliability.
He also offers detailed restoration and repair of existing fish mounts, including older and sentimental pieces.
What Customers Say
Customers consistently praise the mounts and restorations as exceptional, highly detailed, and incredibly realistic, often saying the finished fish look better than the originals.
Reviewers highlight Tony’s attentive, customer-focused service, noting that he asks questions, studies photos, offers experienced suggestions, and takes on challenging, sentimental projects.
Other themes include strong loyalty from repeat clients, a reputation as an artist rather than just a taxidermist, and long-term satisfaction with mounts that still look great decades later, though reviews do not clarify turnaround expectations.
Find Out More
The studio is based in Denver, Colorado and serves local anglers as well as clients who ship fish or commission replicas from other areas.
To move forward, call the studio, leave your name and phone number, and discuss your fish, photos, and goals directly with Tony for a custom plan and estimate.
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