Andrew Lancaster: Taxidermy's Mad Scientist
OL sits down with Andrew Lancaster, a taxidermist from New Zealand who takes a unique approach to mounting animals.
Andrew Lancaster takes a creative approach to taxidermy. He combines different species and the result usually lands somewhere between creepy and brilliant. He's gained a pretty healthy following on Facebook (1,500 fans) and several news publications have run stories about him. We did a Q&A with Lancaster to get to know the man behind the mounts. AdvertisementRelated PhotosSUBMIT YOUR PHOTOSADVERTISEMENTAdvertisement |
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Everyone else basicly said it for me
I rarely comment on anything, but this article doesn't jive with me. "Not wasting skin" is no excuse for something like this. I think burying the animal is more respectful, but that's not the main reason I oppose this. The main reason is how this would be perceived by anti-hunting groups (even more so than a normal mount). We have enough problems with them already!!
This dude must have access to some GREAT drugs... Seriously, this is different, but at least it is on purpose, and not a botched job like a lot of taxidermists. I enjoyed looking at them, but personally wouldn’t want to own one. Nice light hearted article.
I personally think some of the work is ugly as hell. but some of it is actually really cool. Its just a crazy twist of taxidermy. and like he said he is putting these skins to use instead of letting them go to waste. I liked the pig with wings and the crow with white feathers. just my humble opinion.
obviously Photoshop is just a hobby as well. As far as the actual real taxidermy, let the man have some fun.
obviously Photoshop is just a hobby as well.
Yes everyone is entitled to their opinion, but before getting bent out of shape, no need taking everything so seriously. Like "Ruger" mentioned, I have seen Jackalopes in absolutely every taxidermy shop I've been to in my entire 48 years. From Ohio to NJ to Ca to FL. In FL I saw an alligator standing upright in a dancing position w/ a turtle shell on his head like an army helmet. LOL.
Did everyone commenting read the interview? The guy talks about being able to perserve things that would otherwise decay by using good parts of animals when the rest has been damaged. I think that is more respectful than tossing it. Also, we, as hunters, have to learn to be more open-minded with people that share parts of our passion even if they don't fit our perfect vision of an outdoorsman (be it a taxidermist like showcased here, or the guy using a crossbow during bow season) or we are no better than the close-minded PETA activist down the street saying that drinking milk or eating a burger is "disrespectful" to the animal...
Sorry, but that is some ugly s**t. Get a new hobby or start doing it right!!!!!!!!!
I disagree with this segment. This is not the art of taxidermy, it is disresecptful not only to the animal, but to all of us that do taxidermy. I will now re-think my subscription do to the last couple of articles that have been covered by OL.
As an artist and practicing taxidermist I respect this guy's work, I've seen some really bad rogue taxidermy. There are a lot of antis out there that dont want to see the juxtaposition of different animals to create something new, but really... this guy is taking the time to work with and appreciate the skin. How many people really take the time to pay attention to the beauty that nature has to offer us? This spent time lovingly on someone's workbench, and I can tell you from personal experience that it requires a tremendous amount of love of art and nature to follow through on any animal project.
I agree with Zenhunter. It is ridiculous. There is always a certain respect we show to the animals we harvest. This is not it.
Seems juvenile to me. Like when guys hunt Africa and half their photo album is pics of dead baboons with sunglasses and beers. I wouldn't disrespect an animal I've taken this way, but to each his own I guess.
What no Jackapoles?
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Seems juvenile to me. Like when guys hunt Africa and half their photo album is pics of dead baboons with sunglasses and beers. I wouldn't disrespect an animal I've taken this way, but to each his own I guess.
As an artist and practicing taxidermist I respect this guy's work, I've seen some really bad rogue taxidermy. There are a lot of antis out there that dont want to see the juxtaposition of different animals to create something new, but really... this guy is taking the time to work with and appreciate the skin. How many people really take the time to pay attention to the beauty that nature has to offer us? This spent time lovingly on someone's workbench, and I can tell you from personal experience that it requires a tremendous amount of love of art and nature to follow through on any animal project.
Did everyone commenting read the interview? The guy talks about being able to perserve things that would otherwise decay by using good parts of animals when the rest has been damaged. I think that is more respectful than tossing it. Also, we, as hunters, have to learn to be more open-minded with people that share parts of our passion even if they don't fit our perfect vision of an outdoorsman (be it a taxidermist like showcased here, or the guy using a crossbow during bow season) or we are no better than the close-minded PETA activist down the street saying that drinking milk or eating a burger is "disrespectful" to the animal...
Yes everyone is entitled to their opinion, but before getting bent out of shape, no need taking everything so seriously. Like "Ruger" mentioned, I have seen Jackalopes in absolutely every taxidermy shop I've been to in my entire 48 years. From Ohio to NJ to Ca to FL. In FL I saw an alligator standing upright in a dancing position w/ a turtle shell on his head like an army helmet. LOL.
Sorry, but that is some ugly s**t. Get a new hobby or start doing it right!!!!!!!!!
obviously Photoshop is just a hobby as well. As far as the actual real taxidermy, let the man have some fun.
This dude must have access to some GREAT drugs... Seriously, this is different, but at least it is on purpose, and not a botched job like a lot of taxidermists. I enjoyed looking at them, but personally wouldn’t want to own one. Nice light hearted article.
I rarely comment on anything, but this article doesn't jive with me. "Not wasting skin" is no excuse for something like this. I think burying the animal is more respectful, but that's not the main reason I oppose this. The main reason is how this would be perceived by anti-hunting groups (even more so than a normal mount). We have enough problems with them already!!
What no Jackapoles?
I agree with Zenhunter. It is ridiculous. There is always a certain respect we show to the animals we harvest. This is not it.
Everyone else basicly said it for me
obviously Photoshop is just a hobby as well.
I personally think some of the work is ugly as hell. but some of it is actually really cool. Its just a crazy twist of taxidermy. and like he said he is putting these skins to use instead of letting them go to waste. I liked the pig with wings and the crow with white feathers. just my humble opinion.
I disagree with this segment. This is not the art of taxidermy, it is disresecptful not only to the animal, but to all of us that do taxidermy. I will now re-think my subscription do to the last couple of articles that have been covered by OL.
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