TaxidermyXArtistic Impressions Taxidermy
Taxidermist in Cross Plains, Wisconsin
Big Game
Fish
Birds
Small Game
ExoticAbout Artistic Impressions Taxidermy
Artistic Impressions Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Cross Plains, Wisconsin that operates as a full-time, owner-run shop serving Dane County and surrounding communities.
Owner and professional taxidermist Tim Gurtner focuses on delivering high-quality, anatomically correct, and artistically appealing mounts tailored to your trophy.
The studio offers full-service work across big game, small game, birds, fish, and exotics, including both skin mounts and fish reproductions.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Black bear
fish
- • Fish Replicas
- • Fish Skin Mounts
birds
small game
exotic
- • Exotic animals
Animal Mount Details
They work on North American big game, small game, birds, fish, pets and other small mammals, as well as African and exotic animals.
You can choose from traditional mounts and fish replicas, often enhanced with custom natural habitat bases and displays.
Tim has been a state and federally licensed, full-time professional taxidermist since 1996 and continues to learn modern, up-to-date techniques.
He emphasizes realistic anatomy, natural poses, and detailed habitat work to create lifelike, display-ready pieces.
Pricing & Turnaround
The shop requires a 50% deposit on all work and provides project-specific quotes, so you should contact the studio directly for pricing.
Tim prides himself on working efficiently and giving accurate turnaround expectations, though exact completion times vary by project.
The studio can design highly realistic natural habitat bases and custom displays to showcase your trophies.
What Customers Say
Reviewers consistently praise the mounts as great-looking, beautiful work that they are very happy to display.
Customers describe Tim as friendly, helpful, fair, and honest, and many say they highly recommend his services.
Reviews do not mention specific turnaround times, but they highlight repeat business and long-term loyalty, indicating strong overall satisfaction.
Find Out More
Artistic Impressions Taxidermy is based in Cross Plains, Wisconsin and serves Dane County and nearby communities.
To move forward, contact the studio directly to discuss your animal, review options, and arrange to bring in your trophy.
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