Taxidermists in Union County, Arkansas

Union County sits in the heart of South Arkansas timber country, where hunters spend the season tracking big bucks through the pines and bottomlands. When you drop a trophy near El Dorado or along the Ouachita River, you need a local shop that understands the specific anatomy of Gulf Coastal Plain whitetails.

Our directory currently includes one professional taxidermy service in the El Dorado area. Ouachita River Artistry handles local mounts, providing a convenient option for hunters who want to preserve their harvest without hauling it out of the county. Having a taxidermist nearby helps ensure your hide stays in good condition during the transition from the field to the shop.

1 taxidermist in Union County

Serving El Dorado.

Ouachita River Artistry

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El Dorado, AR

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Using taxidermists in Union County

A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.

What to ask before you commit

What is your current turnaround time, in months?
Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?

What it usually costs

Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.

Timing matters

Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.

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