National Taxidermists
Association · Est. 1972
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Entries are scored by credentialled judges. Ninety and above takes a medallion — nothing is graded on a curve, and nothing is graded in private.
The association's highest competitive tier. Entries are scored on correctness of specimen, taxidermy craftsmanship and degree of difficulty, with Gold, Silver and Bronze medallions awarded at 90 points and above.
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Judged at the same level as Distinguished Taxidermist. Champion title medallion and champion hat, plus a competitor's award of crystal medallions and cash for accuracy, originality and difficulty.
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Champion medallion and national hat, with second and third positions for scores of 90 and above. Competitor's award features crystal medallions for first, second and third with cash.
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Requires contributions from multiple artists on a single piece. Champions receive the NTA Bulging Elk sculpture on a solid cherry base with double brass plates, plus prize packages for placements.
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Judged on correctness of anatomy, locomotion, and readiness for industry use. The champion receives the NTA Standing Bison sculpture on a solid cherry base.
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Assessed on the degree of necessary detail for the species and on anatomical accuracy. Champion takes the NTA Triple Buck Jumping sculpture on a solid cherry base.
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Live mounting under competition conditions. Lone Warriors compete for the Howling Wolf sculpture, Double Warriors for the Fighting Elk, and Triple Warriors for the Hunting Wolves.
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Six placements, led by the NTA LIVE Manikin Champion Elk sculpture, with a bighorn sheep for second place and a sitting wolf for third.
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Six placements recognising the most strikingly innovative artistry on the floor. The champion receives the Peregrine sculpture on a walnut tower base.
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Two categories — Natural and Abstract — each with two to three placements, judging the world built around the mount. Champions receive the NTA Eagle plaque and sculpture.
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Voted by all competitors across six categories. The award your own trade hands you: the NTA Eagle on a solid cherry platform with double brass plates, plus gift certificates.
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