Service · Fish — skin mounts
Skin-mount fish, with the grease problem solved at the source.
I have developed some very unique methods of skinning and mounting fish. By removing the entire skull and skinning down into the fin butts, I have eliminated the problems of grease bleeding and minimized shrinkage.
General info on my methods
Most fish mounts fail at the seams. Mine don't.
I have developed some very unique methods of skinning and mounting fish. By removing the entire skull and skinning down into the fin butts, I have eliminated the problems of grease bleeding and minimized shrinkage at the joints.
The fin rays are reset into a stable medium so they hold their position; the head is rebuilt with the original detail in place; and the show side is finished with hand-painted scales and gill detail. The result is a mount that doesn't bleed, doesn't crack, and doesn't fade.
If you'd rather not part with the fish itself — or if you released your trophy — see the fish replicas page for the reproduction route.
Method
Skull-out skin mount
Entire skull removed, skin taken into fin butts. No grease bleeding.
Average completion
9–14 months
Drop-off to pick-up. I never rush the dry stage.
Field care
Photo + freeze fast
A good 35mm color photo + getting the fish cold quickly is most of the battle. Full guide →
Recent work
Skin-mount fish from the studio.
Ready when you are
Bring it in fresh — or freeze it right.
Call before you drop off so we can talk through which route (skin mount or replica) makes sense for your fish.