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    • Home
    • About
      • Mission Statment
      • Our Process
      • Partners
      • Meet the Team
      • Company Policies
    • Services
    • Gallery
    • North American
      • North American A-L
      • North American M-Z
      • Raw Skin Pricing
    • Exotic
      • Exotic A-L
      • Exotic M-Z
    • African
      • African A-D
      • African E-J
      • African K-O
      • African P-Z
    • Merchandise
      • Packs
      • Tanned Hides
      • Mount Protect
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Non-Typical Taxidermy
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission Statment
    • Our Process
    • Partners
    • Meet the Team
    • Company Policies
  • Services
  • Gallery
  • North American
    • North American A-L
    • North American M-Z
    • Raw Skin Pricing
  • Exotic
    • Exotic A-L
    • Exotic M-Z
  • African
    • African A-D
    • African E-J
    • African K-O
    • African P-Z
  • Merchandise
    • Packs
    • Tanned Hides
    • Mount Protect
  • Contact

Meet the Team

Cliff Carney

Joleen Franklin

Cliff Carney

 As the CEO of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Cliff leads with a passion for preserving nature’s beauty through artistry, precision, and innovation. With years of experience in the field, he has built a reputation for excellence in creating lifelike, museum-quality mounts that honor each animal’s unique character.

Under Cliff's leadership, Non-Typ

 As the CEO of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Cliff leads with a passion for preserving nature’s beauty through artistry, precision, and innovation. With years of experience in the field, he has built a reputation for excellence in creating lifelike, museum-quality mounts that honor each animal’s unique character.

Under Cliff's leadership, Non-Typical Taxidermy has grown into a trusted name among hunters, collectors, and wildlife enthusiasts. 

Dusty Carney

Joleen Franklin

Cliff Carney

 As the Office Manager of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Dusty keeps the heart of the business running smoothly. With exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, She ensures that every project, client interaction, and daily operation flows efficiently from start to finish.

In addition to managing scheduling, communications, and ad

 As the Office Manager of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Dusty keeps the heart of the business running smoothly. With exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, She ensures that every project, client interaction, and daily operation flows efficiently from start to finish.

In addition to managing scheduling, communications, and administrative processes, Dusty coordinates all of Non-Typical Taxidermy’s import and export services. Her expertise ensures that every shipment complies with regulations and reaches its destination safely and on time, supporting clients across the globe.

Known for professionalism and a friendly approach, she helps maintain a welcoming environment for clients while keeping the business side of the studio on track. Through dedication, reliability, and a passion for excellence, Dusty plays a key role in upholding Non-Typical Taxidermy’s reputation for quality service and outstanding customer care.

Alesha St.Peter

Joleen Franklin

Joleen Franklin

 As the Office Assistant of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Alesha plays a vital role in keeping the business organized and efficient. She handles invoicing, answers client calls, and provides daily support to the Office Manager to ensure smooth operations throughout the company.

In addition Alesha assists with a variety of tasks that help the enti

 As the Office Assistant of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Alesha plays a vital role in keeping the business organized and efficient. She handles invoicing, answers client calls, and provides daily support to the Office Manager to ensure smooth operations throughout the company.

In addition Alesha assists with a variety of tasks that help the entire team stay on track and focused on delivering exceptional results.

With a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork, Alesha helps maintain the professional, customer-focused environment that defines Non-Typical Taxidermy.

Joleen Franklin

Joleen Franklin

Joleen Franklin

 As the Finishing Artist of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Joleen brings each mount to life through her exceptional attention to detail and artistic precision. With a deep understanding of anatomy, texture, and natural expression, she carefully refines every feature—painting, grooming, and perfecting each piece to capture the true essence of the 

 As the Finishing Artist of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Joleen brings each mount to life through her exceptional attention to detail and artistic precision. With a deep understanding of anatomy, texture, and natural expression, she carefully refines every feature—painting, grooming, and perfecting each piece to capture the true essence of the animal.

Her work is the final step in the creative process, transforming expertly mounted specimens into lifelike representations that honor the beauty and spirit of wildlife. From subtle color blending to the finest hair placement, Joleen ensures that every mount meets Non-Typical Taxidermy’s high standards of realism and craftsmanship.

Dedicated, meticulous, and passionate about her craft, Joleen plays a vital role in delivering the exceptional quality that defines Non-Typical Taxidermy.

Tristan Waddell

Tristan Waddell

Tristan Waddell

 As the Master Taxidermist of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Tristan is the driving force behind the artistry and quality that define the company’s reputation. With years of experience and a deep passion for the craft, he not only creates exceptional mounts himself but also oversees all production in the studio, ensuring every piece meets the hig

 As the Master Taxidermist of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Tristan is the driving force behind the artistry and quality that define the company’s reputation. With years of experience and a deep passion for the craft, he not only creates exceptional mounts himself but also oversees all production in the studio, ensuring every piece meets the highest standards of realism and precision.

Tristan guides the team through each stage of the taxidermy process, from preparation to finishing, maintaining consistency, craftsmanship, and attention to detail across every project. His expertise and leadership are vital to the success of Non-Typical Taxidermy, inspiring excellence and innovation throughout the workshop.

Dedicated, skilled, and deeply committed to his work, Tristan ensures that every mount leaving the studio reflects the artistry, integrity, and quality that clients have come to expect from Non-Typical Taxidermy.

Toby Waddell

Tristan Waddell

Tristan Waddell

 As a Taxidermist at Non-Typical Taxidermy, Toby combines technical skill and artistic vision to create lifelike, high-quality mounts that capture the true essence of each animal. With a strong understanding of anatomy, form, and natural expression, He works meticulously to ensure every detail—from muscle structure to posture is accurate 

 As a Taxidermist at Non-Typical Taxidermy, Toby combines technical skill and artistic vision to create lifelike, high-quality mounts that capture the true essence of each animal. With a strong understanding of anatomy, form, and natural expression, He works meticulously to ensure every detail—from muscle structure to posture is accurate and realistic.

Toby plays a key role in the production process, collaborating closely with the Master Taxidermist and the finishing team to maintain the company’s high standards of craftsmanship and consistency. He approaches each project with precision, care, and respect for the animal.

Through dedication, artistry, and a commitment to excellence, Toby helps uphold Non-Typical Taxidermy’s reputation for producing exceptional mounts. 

Justin Nice

Tristan Waddell

Shannon Waddell

 As a Taxidermist at Non-Typical Taxidermy, Justin contributes exceptional craftsmanship and creativity to every project. Working alongside the Master Taxidermist and the rest of the production team, he helps bring each mount to life with precision, artistry, and a deep respect for wildlife.

Justin is skilled in all aspects of the taxiderm

 As a Taxidermist at Non-Typical Taxidermy, Justin contributes exceptional craftsmanship and creativity to every project. Working alongside the Master Taxidermist and the rest of the production team, he helps bring each mount to life with precision, artistry, and a deep respect for wildlife.

Justin is skilled in all aspects of the taxidermy process—from form preparation to fine detailing. Justin ensures that every piece reflects the company’s commitment to lifelike realism and superior quality. With a strong eye for anatomy and natural expression, he plays a vital role in maintaining the consistency and excellence that define Non-Typical Taxidermy’s work.

Dedicated, talented, and passionate about the craft, Justin continues to help elevate the artistry and reputation of Non-Typical Taxidermy.

Shannon Waddell

Tristan Waddell

Shannon Waddell

 As the Artisan of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Shannon brings creativity and craftsmanship together to design and build the custom bases and habitats that showcase each mount. With a deep understanding of natural environments, he creates realistic settings that enhance the lifelike quality of every piece

In addition to crafting detailed habitat

 As the Artisan of Non-Typical Taxidermy, Shannon brings creativity and craftsmanship together to design and build the custom bases and habitats that showcase each mount. With a deep understanding of natural environments, he creates realistic settings that enhance the lifelike quality of every piece

In addition to crafting detailed habitats, Shannon builds all of Non-Typical Taxidermy’s custom bases, ensuring each one is structurally sound, visually balanced, and tailored to complement the animal it supports. His work transforms mounts into complete displays that capture the beauty and spirit of wildlife in their natural surroundings.

With precision, artistry, and a passion for excellence, Shannon plays an essential role in the creative process, helping Non-Typical Taxidermy deliver museum-quality pieces that stand out for their realism and craftsmanship.

 

Award Winning Taxidermy

Join our Team!

  At Non-Typical Taxidermy, we take pride in our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dedication to preserving the beauty of the outdoors. We’re always looking for talented, motivated individuals who share our passion for taxidermy.

If you’re interested in joining a team that values skill, creativity, and integrity, we encourage you to submit your resume. Your experience and enthusiasm could make you a great fit for our award-winning team.


Please note: We will contact applicants only when positions become available.

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