TaxidermyXTaxidermist in Bishop, Georgia
Batson's Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Bishop, Georgia, holding federal and state licenses and USDA approval.
Owner Kevin Batson is a passionate hunter and outdoorsman who focuses on creating realistic, lifelike mounts that help you relive trophy moments.
The studio serves local hunters and those traveling abroad, with a strong focus on African and North American game alongside birds, snakes, fish, and waterfowl.
Batson's Taxidermy works on big game, small game, birds, fish, reptiles, and exotic trophies, including African and North American species.
They offer shoulder mounts, full-body mounts, bird mounts, and custom habitat-rich presentations tailored to each trophy.
In business since 1998, Kevin draws on extensive hunting and field experience in North America and South Africa, including time studying game anatomy and reference materials.
Their work emphasizes one-of-a-kind, natural poses with detailed, realistic finishes and custom habitats that reflect each animal's environment.
Batson's Taxidermy positions its work as affordable and memorable, accepts cash, checks, and major credit cards, and requires a 50% deposit with the balance due at completion, with special quotes available by phone for pedestal mounts, bases, and other features.
Average completion time runs about 10–13 months depending on species and customization, and any mount not picked up within 30 days of completion will be sold.
The USDA-approved shop can handle and ship trophies, offers finished mounts for sale, provides guidance in locating professional African outfitters, and creates custom bases and display features.
Reviewers describe the quality of the mounts, particularly ducks and fish, as being of the highest standard and not likely to disappoint.
Customers highlight professional service and note that Kevin works with them to achieve the mount they want, with some returning for work over several years.
Reviews do not address turnaround times directly, but they consistently mention professionalism and repeat business, and overall sentiment is positive from a small number of reviews.
Batson's Taxidermy operates in Bishop, Georgia, serving hunters across the region as well as clients returning from African safaris.
You can contact the studio directly to discuss your specific trophy, request a quote on custom bases or pedestal mounts, and confirm current timelines and intake details.
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