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Hi, my name is Amy Ritchie, and this website is all about my business... taxidermy! |
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Hi there, and welcome to Amy's Animal Art!
My name is Amy Ritchie. I am 18 years old and located in Midland, NC. I am a licensed NC taxidermist, and a member of the North Carolina and National Taxidermists Associations. In 2003 I was nationally certified by the NTA. I have been practicing taxidermy for nearly five years, specializing in small mammals and gameheads. I really enjoy competing and I have competed at state, national, and world level competitions. In 2003 I won the National Champion small mammal title the Nationals. You can read more about that on my competition page.
It seems like a lot of people think I'm weird since taxidermy isn't a very common hobby among girls! But what's wrong with that? This world could use more girls who are not afraid to get their hands dirty! I've heard some girls say that they would like to do taxidermy, but just can't stomach the skinning. I'm not affected by that.. I have a stomach of steel!
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| Sometimes I get the feeling that if I were a boy, people wouldn't think my interests so
unusual. I am not a feminist by any means, but it seems so many people today are saying "girls can do anything boys can!!"... In that case, why is my hobby such a shock? |
| And then there are those that say that it's the fact that I was home schooled that caused me to become interested in taxidermy. Well, I have to agree with that. If I were in school I probably wouldn't have time to have a hobby. But is that a good thing!? Taxidermy is my passion; it's what I want to do forever, and every one should be have the right to follow their dreams. |
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I find taxidermy to be a very interested, rewarding, and profitable business . Nothing makes me feel better than producing a beautiful mount! Over the years I have done many mounts for local, as well as out-of-state, customers. Some of my mounts have even been featured on TV - I once did a mounted mouse that was featured in a Walgreens Christmas commercial! |
Please take a look around my site and click the links of the left sidebar... you will find some interesting
things! Here is a little bit about what you will find on each page, to help you navigate this site better...
My services- See what taxidermy services I have to offer, and what I charge
Skinning Pictures-This is a set of photos I took back when I was first getting started in taxidermy. I take you step by step through the process of skinning a rat!
Taxidermy Shop-You can take a peek into my taxidermy shop!
Competition-Read about the competitions I have attended, and the ribbons I've won
Mounts For Sale-See the mounts or others taxidermy items I have for sale
Journal-This is the most frequently updated portion of my site. I write about my experiences and what goes on in my world of taxidermy
Publicity-I have had the opportunity to be interviewed in a newspaper, magazine, and a radio show! You can read and hear them here.
How To Tan-For those of you who are interested in tanning your own skins, I have written a page on how to tan your own hides using Rittels EZ-Tan!
About Me-A little bit about me, my family, and what "non-taxidermy" things I like to do!
Contact-How you can contact me
My field mouse mount won top awards at the 2003 National Taxidermy Competition-
First Place, National Champion small mammal, and the Inchumuk award!
Go to the competition page to read more about it!
And click here to view new NTA pictures!
If you are interested in any small mammal or gamehead mounts, please contact me! I accept specimens from both local and out of state customers and will be glad to put together a custom piece for you. I have never had an unsatisfied customer yet...
"Hi Amy,
I received the rats today, and they look FABULOUS!!!! You did an AMAZING
job!! We couldn't be happier. Thank you so much. You were a pleasure to work
with. We will definitely keep in
contact because we might need some other things preserved later. Thank you
again, Amy.... You were so prompt and so professional! You do excellent work and are a role model for young girls to follow their passion and make it their work. You deserve all good things that come your way!"
Mary Pratt
Give me a call!
(704) 682-8722
Give me a call anytime between 9AM-9PM. If I'm working and can't answer, as is often the case, please leave a voicemail and I will get back to you as soon as possible!
Are you looking to have a website built? I can make one for you! I have made websites for THUNDER BAY TAXIDERMY and my state taxidermy association, The NCTA. Click the titles to see an example of what I can do for you. My rates are very reasonable!
I may also consider trading my services for supplies or specimens that I need. I am always looking for small frozen critters.
I
periodically sell mounts and other items on Ebay.
Click HERE
to see if I have any mounts available right now. |
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