On-Demand
Dying to Know - Rat Taxidermy
Description
The Rest in Pieces Team invites you to watch a Dying to Know - filmed demonstration of rat taxidermy.
Natalie Delaney-John, will share her knowledge of the dying arts so you can begin your journey into the art of taxidermy: taxis, meaning ‘arrangement’ and derma, meaning ‘skin’.
You don’t need to have any previous taxidermy experience to follow this tutorial. Nat will teach you basic rat anatomy while guiding you through the correct process of skinning, preserving and mounting your specimen.
There are different techniques used for mounting mammal and bird taxidermy. In this tutorial, you will learn the technique of using polyurethane foam and wire to mount (recreate) the body of your rat.
At the end of the session, you will have the skills to create a beautiful piece of art that is full of character. Nat will show you how to pose your rat in a standing position. You are welcome to use additional props to give your finished rat its own personality.
You also have the option to purchase the e-book, book or DIY kit.
Once the session is complete you will be invited to join the Dying to know exclusive facebook page where you can add pictures of your creations and continue to pick our brains.
What you will learn
- Learn the basics of taxidermy
What you will get
- Clear and easy to follow information
What to bring
- Feel free to write any notes
Appropriate for
Anyone with a curious mind
Taxidermy - Taxis 'arrangement' + Derma 'skin'
Natalie Delaney-John has travelled far and wide to learn the art of taxidermy and has been mentored by some of the world's best and most awarded taxidermists. She is the proud founder of Rest in Pieces, which launched Australia's first taxidermy workshops, conducts talks, demonstrations and now sells DIY kits so that you can learn this beautiful art in the comfort of your own home.
Since 2016, the Rest in Pieces team has expanded further into the 'dying arts', offering new classes and workshops aimed at preserving and presenting natural specimens.
Rest in Pieces has an average rating of 5.0 for their other classes.
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If you can't attend the class:
- A refund can be requested 14 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$50.00 applies.
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- A credit note can be requested 14 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
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3.) REFUNDS
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4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund or credit. Class cancellations may occur where necessary, for example where class bookings do not meet minimum numbers.
5.) COVID-19
Students agree not to attend classes if they are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 and/or if they have been advised to self-isolate in line with government restrictions.