Whitetail WingTAXIDERMY · PRESTEN NITZ

FROM FIRST CALL TO FINAL PLACEMENT

A good piece begins
with a good conversation.

A practical guide to planning your commission. The details, pricing, and schedule are agreed directly with Presten.

  1. 01

    Start the conversation.

    Share the species, where and when it was harvested, its current condition, and the mount you are considering. If the hunt is still ahead, ask for preparation instructions first.

  2. 02

    Arrange the handoff.

    Confirm acceptance and a time with Presten before traveling or shipping. Bring the required harvest and possession documentation. Specimen condition and preparation need to be assessed before a project can be finalized.

  3. 03

    Make the decisions together.

    Agree on mount format, pose, viewing direction, base, habitat, and display size. Ask for the full written scope, price, deposit terms, and a current estimate of completion time.

  4. 04

    Stay in touch.

    Agree on how and when to check in. Custom work includes preparation, mounting, drying, and finishing; timing varies with the specimen and scope. Discuss any changes before additional work is authorized.

  5. 05

    Plan the homecoming.

    Confirm the final balance and collection arrangements. Ask how to support the piece during transport, how to install it safely, and how to care for its specific materials.

PRICING & TIMING

Know what goes
into your quote.

The specimen.

Species, size, condition, prior preparation, and any repair work affect the scope.

The composition.

Mount format, pose, base, habitat, and custom changes determine the finished presentation.

The practical details.

Confirm taxes, the deposit, balance due, transport, and collection arrangements. Ask what is included.

Rates, deposit terms, timelines, and collection policies are gathered on the Pricing page, where they are still marked for Presten to confirm. This website does not accept payments or guarantee completion dates.

Discuss your quoteSee pricing & policies

BEFORE YOU CHOOSE THE POSE

Make space for
the whole piece.

Measure the wall.

Note available height and width, nearby doors, and clearance around antlers, tails, or wings.

Find the sightline.

Take a photo from the spot where you will most often see the piece. Head direction and viewing height matter.

Consider the room.

Choose a stable indoor environment away from direct sun, damp areas, heat sources, and curious pets.