Join us for an intensive hands-on lesson, in which you will transform a deceased rat into a unique and enduring art object.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

You will be guided through the steps of skinning, stuffing, posing, and pinning your specimen, all the way through to your final piece. At the end of the day, you will come away with a figure that is set to begin its curing process.

WHAT WILL YOU GET?

Each participant will be provided with a kit that includes:

rubber gloves

a rat specimen

scalpel

bead eyes

stitching materials

pins,

and all supplies and the help required to create a finished taxidermic rat.

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?

No special equipment or supplies are required of participants.

Although the process is less messy than you might think, it’s advisable to wear closed-toed shoes and clothing you won’t mind getting a bit dirty.

Though we will provide some supplies for posing (fabrics and basic hand-sewing supplies), you may want to bring props and accessories for your finished product. (Note that an adult rat is about the size of a Barbie doll, but with a more realistic waistline. Keep this in mind when choosing furniture or props for your piece.)