TaxidermyXTaxidermist in Marne, Michigan
Wildlife Creations Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Marne, Michigan, owned and operated by award-winning taxidermist Nathan DeVries just west of Grand Rapids.
They serve hunters, trappers, and fishermen across West Michigan with a full range of taxidermy services for big and small game, birds, and fish.
The studio operates as a full-time, award-winning shop with a focus on custom, competition-level work for returning clients.
They handle big game, small game, birds, fish, and North American plus African/Asian trophies, along with antler, skull, and rug work.
You can choose from shoulder mounts, lifesize mounts, bird mounts, antler and European skull mounts, fish skin mounts and reproductions, and rugs, with options for pedestal/3D presentations.
Nathan DeVries has been in the taxidermy business since 2006 and runs Wildlife Creations Taxidermy as an established West Michigan studio.
Reviews highlight highly realistic, detailed mounts that look lifelike, reflecting competition-focused craftsmanship and careful attention to detail.
They publish a detailed price list covering big and small game, birds, fish, antler and skull mounts, rugs, and African/Asian work by quote, require a 50% deposit before work begins, and note that prices may change at the owner’s discretion.
Customers consistently mention reasonable, good-value pricing and say mounts are often completed earlier than quoted, with timeliness described as better than expected.
Many lifesize and bird pieces include standard bases or basic habitat, with options for custom habitat bases and pedestal/3D upgrades, plus rugs, velvet preservation, and plaques for skull mounts.
Reviewers describe the quality as phenomenal and beautiful, praising lifelike deer and skull mounts that show strong attention to detail.
Service is repeatedly called outstanding, friendly, and helpful, with staff who listen to your hunting stories and make the experience positive and personal.
Customers report reliable turnaround that often beats estimates, and many are repeat clients who highly recommend the studio for future work.
The studio is located in Marne, Michigan, just west of Grand Rapids, and serves hunters and outdoorsmen from across West Michigan.
Because they currently accept work only from returning customers and operate Monday through Saturday by appointment, you should contact the studio directly to confirm availability and schedule a drop-off or consultation.
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