Preserving Your Memories
One Mount at a Time
Welcome to Breath of Life Taxidermy
Located in the Thumb of Michigan, Breath of Life Taxidermy is a full-service taxidermy studio specializing in all aspects of North American game. Whether it’s a game head, life-size mammal, bird or fish: we can handle all your taxidermy needs.
As an artist, I am passionate about giving each and every mount the “breath of life”. That meaning, the beauty of the animal is preserved with the most accurate representation of the species and attention is given to even the smallest details. I strive to produce the highest quality work in the industry. Let’s work together to preserve those memories with a unique, distinguished, high quality piece that allows you to recreate that once in a lifetime experience.
About the Artist
Hello, my name is Shane Martindale. I live in the Thumb of Michigan. My love for the outdoors started at an early age. Growing up in a rural community, it just seemed natural to be in the outdoors. Whether I was fishing the local river, hunting area state land, or just out for a walk in the woods, I was always taking in what mother nature had to offer. Another interest that started at an early age was my love of art. If I wasn't out enjoying nature, I was trying to capture it on paper.
After graduation, I went to work in a local automotive stamping plant where I became a tool and die journeyman. I worked as a tool and die maker for 10 years but after the third plant closed on me, I figured it was time to find another line of work. I decided to combine my love for the outdoors and my love of art. So, in 2010, I attended The Colorado Institute of Taxidermy.
In 2011, I opened my shop – Breath of Life Taxidermy. My goal is the give my clients the most accurate representation of their specimen. In order to achieve this, I am continually attending seminars and competing in taxidermy competitions to hone my skills because as my instructor said “Until you can make it breath, bleed or breed, you are not done learning! “
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