When looking for a taxidermist, always look at recently completed mounts. You don't want to pinch pennies with taxidermists. You will definately get what you pay for! If they don't have a Facebook page or website to look at their work, and they are too far to drive and check them out, just move on. There are quite a few in so cal. Also look at their creativity level. Especially with a doe. I've done a bunch and not one has been in a generic straight pose. A good taxidermist can put life back into the animals by adding movement and motion. If you around the high desert, type my Handel into your Facebook search. Good luck