Until recently, taxidermy has meant a dead fish mounted, dried and
painted. Without the proper climate, this dated process can result in the
deterioration of the mount. Still being
marketed as "taxidermy," New Wave mounts are fiberglass
reproductions that are durable and realistic in appearance. Today's
technology and advanced products allow us to show infinite detail and
create a superior mount.
By using reference photos of live fish, we recreate your catch according
to the measurements and weight. The finished piece looks real and alive
versus dead and mounted. It is a new look at an old art. New Wave mounts
have realistic eyes, amazing scale detail and original poses. The
brilliant coloration is achieved by airbrushing intricate details that
give each fish its unique character.
After twenty nine years of building molds on most inshore and offshore species,
our method allows the conservation-minded angler to measure and release
their trophy catch and still have it reproduced. This technique has earned
New Wave Artist several awards at State, National and World Championship
competitions.
Sincerely,
Mike & Deb Kirkhart
3101 SE Slater Street
Stuart, FL 34997
Phone (772) 283-7270
Fax (772)283-5354