Oregon Taxidermy School

Caleb's Animal Artistry School of Taxidermy is a taxidermy school that was founded by Caleb May, a working taxidermist with 24 years of experience in the taxidermy field. 

Our taxidermy schools are designed to give students the opportunity to learn everything that goes into accomplishing their mounts in one course.

Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to successfully begin your own career as a taxidermist or simply learn taxidermy & enjoy the art as a hobby from your own home - all in one course.

At Caleb's Animal Artistry School of Taxidermy you will have the opportunity to learn the trade from a working taxidermist in his own studio.

The cost to attend our taxidermy school is now $3600.  Classes run five weeks  - a full 200 hours of hands on training. This will cover all areas of taxidermy from tanning, mounting to small business fundamentals.

If you're looking for a taxidermy school that will teach you all you need to know to get started with your new profitable career as a taxidermist in little over a month for a reasonable amount of money, your search has ended.

 "I attended Caleb's Animal Artistry School of Taxidermy fresh out of high school. When I got there i was immediately comforted like I was a part of the family. During my time at the school I learned a lot about the business and the art of taxidermy. Caleb went above and beyond any of my expectations and was always there to help me through my journey.

My father and I looked into many different schools and made the choice to go to Caleb's school and there is no doubt in my mind that I got the best value of school for my dollar. He taught me enough that I feel comfortable enough to open my own shop. I not only consider Caleb my teacher but a friend of a lifetime.

-Ryan Malloy

The decision to become a taxidermist has been a long journey for me. There are a lot of schools out there and I spent 2 years checking them out and trying to find one that best offered what I was looking for.

I met Caleb May and his family at a sports show and saw a guy that had strong family values and a lot of knowledge and experience. His ability to communicate with students and explain why certain methods are necessary is crucial to understanding this great form of art. While attending this class a student will learn that you are only limited by your imagination and not the teachings of the instructor. This is what I feel separates this school form the rest. Caleb has years of experience and isn't afraid to share it with his students. He also has the ability to listen to the ideas of his students and encourage you to be creative. 

It has been a great experience attending this school and I feel it has a lot to offer anyone that wants to be a taxidermist either for a living or as a hobby.

Good luck! - Ron Hawkins (taxidermist)

Always giving 110% to his students which is crucial in this sort of trade. He not only taught us all we needed to know but made it fun at the same time. More like being around friends than going to school. The relaxed and comfortable atmosphere teamed with the seemingly endless knowledge & experience  Caleb has made this experience unforgettable. He not only let us into his workshop but welcomed us into his family and his entire life.

Thanks again Caleb.

-Rachel Matthews