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Nick Lazzarino, Brooke Trout:
In life there are moments which capture a feeling that only happens one time. In the outdoor world these phenomena are referred to as trophies. Now there is debate to what qualifies as a trophy. I will simply leave that to debate. I do know when it comes down to it with fishing and hunting that my wife's Grandfather, Jerry Kilpatrick, has done better than most. There are incredible moments in time where trophies wind up as fantastic meals, or released into the depths. They are left as great tales told to family and friends. This was exactly the fate of a Brooke Trout that Jerry caught sometime in the early 1980's and enjoyed for camp dinner. This fish was one of pure beauty that any fisherman would strive to catch. A single photograph became a keepsake.
Recently, magic occurred. Rob created an exact replica. The moment of presenting the fish to Jerry can only be described as awesome! Rob's talent and workmanship is beyond belief and worth well more than he asks. He is flat-out the best man for any trophy taxidermy work you would want someone to see. The finished result is incredible and truly as life-like as it can be without breathing! It is a treasured mount that will become an heirloom passed to future generations. Jerry has already told his great-grandson that it is his fish... that he caught. -- Thank you so much!
In life there are moments which capture a feeling that only happens one time. In the outdoor world these phenomena are referred to as trophies. Now there is debate to what qualifies as a trophy. I will simply leave that to debate. I do know when it comes down to it with fishing and hunting that my wife's Grandfather, Jerry Kilpatrick, has done better than most. There are incredible moments in time where trophies wind up as fantastic meals, or released into the depths. They are left as great tales told to family and friends. This was exactly the fate of a Brooke Trout that Jerry caught sometime in the early 1980's and enjoyed for camp dinner. This fish was one of pure beauty that any fisherman would strive to catch. A single photograph became a keepsake.
Recently, magic occurred. Rob created an exact replica. The moment of presenting the fish to Jerry can only be described as awesome! Rob's talent and workmanship is beyond belief and worth well more than he asks. He is flat-out the best man for any trophy taxidermy work you would want someone to see. The finished result is incredible and truly as life-like as it can be without breathing! It is a treasured mount that will become an heirloom passed to future generations. Jerry has already told his great-grandson that it is his fish... that he caught. -- Thank you so much!
Rob & Darcy were great.
Rob's work and artistry are amazing.
My first experience with taxidermy
was a spectacular one! - Paul Gemperle
Rob's work and artistry are amazing.
My first experience with taxidermy
was a spectacular one! - Paul Gemperle
Rob did replicas of our two Bass fish
caught in the Delta around Ria Vista California.
The detail was incredible,
with over seventeen different colors!
The more we look at the fish,
we notice more and more detail.
We will enjoy the Bass on our
living room wall
for the rest of our lifetime.
Thanks, Rob! - Lloyd & Judy Machal
caught in the Delta around Ria Vista California.
The detail was incredible,
with over seventeen different colors!
The more we look at the fish,
we notice more and more detail.
We will enjoy the Bass on our
living room wall
for the rest of our lifetime.
Thanks, Rob! - Lloyd & Judy Machal
Thanks, Rob, for a great job.
You made the mount look so natural.
The skill with which
you do your work is terrific.
I will highly recommend you.
Thanks again - Dick Atkins.
You made the mount look so natural.
The skill with which
you do your work is terrific.
I will highly recommend you.
Thanks again - Dick Atkins.
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Craig Marcus - King SalmonI am enclosing photos of the mount you did for my son Brian and my family as a Christmas suprise for me of the king salmon I caught near Sitka. I understand you meticulously rejected several blanks until you had just the right one. I appreciate that care and it shows in your work. The mount is so anatomically correct in every detail, including coloring and texture, that already since Christmas several outdoor enthusiasts have marveled over it and asked for your name. Brian told me of the effort you made to be sure it arrived in Boise in time for Christmas. It did, and really suprised me. I had not preserved the fish and later regretted that decision. Your faithful reconstruction from photos is an impressive tribute to your skill as an artist. And your careful work in the face of such a time deadline, and even though I understood from Brian that you may have been dealing with health issues, is the stuff that separates the truly outstanding professional like you from all the rest. I look forward to thanking you in person if the opportunity arises and I wish you and Darcy all the best.
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Chuck Henderson, African Game:
I have had seven mounts done by Rob, and on close inspection the seams are good, the eyes and ears are well done, the noses, etc. are all well done. Rob does not make an old style mount. Its a 3D picture on the wall. Even people that I didn't think would like the "dead animal on the wall" have said they're beautiful! I recommend Rob to do your taxidermy. (He also makes a killer ham sandwich!)
I have had seven mounts done by Rob, and on close inspection the seams are good, the eyes and ears are well done, the noses, etc. are all well done. Rob does not make an old style mount. Its a 3D picture on the wall. Even people that I didn't think would like the "dead animal on the wall" have said they're beautiful! I recommend Rob to do your taxidermy. (He also makes a killer ham sandwich!)
Bill Fisher - Pronghorn Antelope
I wanted to take a moment to share part of my experience with Captured Moments Taxidermy and Rob McMillin. Rob came highly recommended by a friend of mine. I have applied for several (15) years without success for a pronghorn antelope tag in Nevada. As a native Nevadan, I was ecstatic to open my tag and find that I was successful this year. Prior to leaving for my hunt, I gave Rob a call and he gave me a few tips to preserving the cape in the chance that I was successful in filling my tag. After hunting for five days, I was successful in harvesting my trophy and delivered the cape to Rob the following day. Rob took the time to find out exactly what I was looking for and how I wanted my mount to be done. In speaking with Rob I could tell that he was more than just another taxidermist. He was passionate about his work. I was lucky enough to stop by his shop a few months later to find Rob in the beginning stages of doing another antelope. He invited me to watch as he worked. His time and attention to detail was extremely impressive.
Rob gave me a call the other day to let me know that my antelope was ready. Upon entering his shop I was amazed at the quality of not only my trophy, but the others he had hanging with it. If you are looking for just another taxidermist you should probably look elsewhere, but if you are looking for someone to recreate your trophy and someone who is passionate about his work, Rob is the one for you.
The best way I can explain my experience is that Rob CRUSHED my expectations.
Regards,
Bill Fisher
Rob gave me a call the other day to let me know that my antelope was ready. Upon entering his shop I was amazed at the quality of not only my trophy, but the others he had hanging with it. If you are looking for just another taxidermist you should probably look elsewhere, but if you are looking for someone to recreate your trophy and someone who is passionate about his work, Rob is the one for you.
The best way I can explain my experience is that Rob CRUSHED my expectations.
Regards,
Bill Fisher
Paul Lorring - Dall Sheep
I wanted to let you know that I went out to a "national sporting goods store" last weekend. I looked very closely at all of their sheep mounts, especially the Dalls. Every one looked out of proportion. They all had nice full curl horns with large bases, but the neck and shoulders looked like they belonged to an immature ram. There was just something amiss.
The mount you did for me is definitely superior. It looks like the sheep that I shot, standing tall and strong, high up on a rock looking majestic as they are. The custom position we worked on together is way more realistic and natural. It definately sets it apart from any other mount that I've seen. Thanks again for memories of a lifetime. -Paul Lorring
The mount you did for me is definitely superior. It looks like the sheep that I shot, standing tall and strong, high up on a rock looking majestic as they are. The custom position we worked on together is way more realistic and natural. It definately sets it apart from any other mount that I've seen. Thanks again for memories of a lifetime. -Paul Lorring
Liz Conboy (Brady) - Texas Longhorn
TEXAS LONGHORN - Thank you so much for your beautiful artistry in mounting our "Lulu's" trophy. She was a majestic animal and a member of our family. My mom would have been very proud. Her horns were placed in a "watchful" place over our ranch.
Jeff Cates - Mule Deer
It has been about a year since I got my Mule Deer shoulder mount back from Rob. I have been meaning to send a "testimonial" ever since I received it. One year later he still looks great. Rob's tanner did a fantastic job with the cape. Rob's artistic ability is truly unique. He took extra time to speak with me about how the animal looked when harvested, taking interest in creating a unique mount with subtle attention to detail and input from me. Rob and Darcy really took into account the antlers size and shape as well as pictures from the hunt when helping me pick out a form that would flatter the animal's shapes and lines. The finished product was a natural and lifelike Muley with fine details taken in the eyes, ears and head positioning. I have seen few mounts with the quality of Rob's work. My Muley may not be a monster but he will look great long years after others fade. And he's mine. Thanks Rob and Darcy for a fast and professional job. You have a customer for life.
Shaun Terry - Antelope
I love the antelope and the job Rob did with it. Very lifelike mount,
and a turnaround time that others are envious of.
Thanks, Rob - Great Job!! - Shaun Terry
and a turnaround time that others are envious of.
Thanks, Rob - Great Job!! - Shaun Terry
Jim Davis - Elk
GREAT MOUNT!!!!! Even better turnaround time! Very happy - good communication.
- Jim Davis
- Jim Davis
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Nick Lazzarino - ChuckarLet me start by saying thank you so much for the amazing standing Chuckar mount! This was the first trophy I have ever had the opportunity to have done, and true to the name - it was a "Captured Moment." Thanks to the master skills of Rob McMillin, who is talented beyond words and far exceeded my expectations, I have a truly one-of-a-kind piece of art that will grace my living room for the rest of my life. I will be able to reminisce on the thrill of the hunt and pursuit of these crafty upland game birds. (Ok. Fine, at least I have proof I actually got one.) This is a trophy mount my family will treasure.
It was a wonderful and fulfilling experience to deal with Rob and Darcy - two fantastic people I am very pleased to have met. I have already commissioned another mount for which I am anxiously waiting - the missing 29" Brook Trout my wife's Papa caught in the early 1980's ... and ate. Well, it's true that a picture is worth a million words. A reproduction of the trophy fish will be priceless, and we can't wait to see Papa's face when it's done. Thanks for everything! - The Lazzarino Family |
I am very happy with the work Rob did on my Buck! He fixed all the flaws and problems that I had, and did a fine job making them look natural. The best part is the price is right and the turnaround time is FAST! Thank you --Lucas Barry
I was very pleased with my deer head. It looked awesome and the eyes really stood out. The muscle definition was great. Also I was very pleased to get my deer mount back in only 2 1/2 months ... awesome! All in all a very professional establishment. If you want some good work done, come to this place! Thanks! - Kevin Imm
I am really happy about my mount. It turned out better than I could even have imagined. Thank you for all your hard work. - Andrea Ibarra
I was very pleased with my deer head. It looked awesome and the eyes really stood out. The muscle definition was great. Also I was very pleased to get my deer mount back in only 2 1/2 months ... awesome! All in all a very professional establishment. If you want some good work done, come to this place! Thanks! - Kevin Imm
I am really happy about my mount. It turned out better than I could even have imagined. Thank you for all your hard work. - Andrea Ibarra
Cory Horton - Moose
Great mount! Will recommend to anyone.
Not only was the communication excellent, but I also got my moose back in record time.
Will have my business for all my mounts in the future. Thanks, Rob & Darcy! - Cory Horton
Not only was the communication excellent, but I also got my moose back in record time.
Will have my business for all my mounts in the future. Thanks, Rob & Darcy! - Cory Horton
I had a fantastic experience with Captured Moments Taxidermy. My mount is beautiful. It was completed swiftly, and you absoultely cannot beat the pricing without slave labor! - Willie McFall
Rob & Darcy are very helpful and accomodating. Rob's work is top notch, and the most unusual thing for a taxidermist; you get your mount back when he says you will, not months later. Outstanding! - Bill Blanchard
Excellent workmanship and very timely turnaround. I'd recommend Captured Moments to my hunt party and I'll return with my next game. - Cory Autrey
Rob & Darcy are very helpful and accomodating. Rob's work is top notch, and the most unusual thing for a taxidermist; you get your mount back when he says you will, not months later. Outstanding! - Bill Blanchard
Excellent workmanship and very timely turnaround. I'd recommend Captured Moments to my hunt party and I'll return with my next game. - Cory Autrey