If you've ever wanted to try taxidermy but didn't know where to start, Pretty Dead Taxidermy is bringing its beginner-friendly workshops to Alberta for the first time this fall.
Run by Lexi, these hands-on sessions are designed for complete beginners — no experience necessary. Whether you're taxidermy-curious or you've been waiting years for a workshop like this to land nearby, the sessions walk you through the basics step by step.
Upcoming Alberta workshops:
September 20 — Rat Taxidermy Workshop, Galt Museum & Archives (Lethbridge)
October 17 — Rat Taxidermy Workshop, Drumheller Public Library (Drumheller)
November 4 — Butterfly Pinning Workshop, Drumheller Public Library (Drumheller)
December 16 — Butterfly Pinning Workshop, Casa (Lethbridge)
Rat taxidermy sessions cover the fundamentals of preservation and mounting, while the butterfly pinning workshops offer a gentler (and less squeamish-inducing) introduction to specimen work — perfect if you want the oddities-and-curiosities aesthetic without diving straight into mammals.
Can’t make these dates and want to host a weird little private taxidermy party? Pretty Dead Taxidermy is available for private parties and group bookings across Alberta, so if you'd like to bring a workshop to your own city, you can reach out directly to arrange it.
Tickets for all four dates are available now — link in bio on @prettydeadtaxidermy on Instagram.
