Private commissions from hunters, safari clubs and hunting clubs continue to be Maria’s most requested orders.
Using European mount skulls provided by hunters and safari club members is actually where her work began. Being an animal lover and a conservationist herself, Ms. D’Souza has found that the most ardent of wildlife and habitat conservationists can be found in the hunting community. It is this community, along with Interior Designers and Art Consultants that request the majority of the private commissions she produces. Many hunters who have European mounts of their trophies have commented that having that trophy skull adorned by Ms. D’Souza was an amazing alternative or addition to a traditional taxidermy mount.
If you are someone who has a European Mount Skull and would like to have it transformed into a beautiful showpiece, Maria D’Souza makes it easy and seamless to create for you the perfect piece that will be the focal point of your home, office or trophy room.
Simply contact Maria by phone or email to discuss the details of what you would like to have created and the options available. These are things such as:
Style – I.E. Contemporary, Rustic, Etc.
Color Scheme – to complement the décor of the room in which it is to be displayed.
Stones & Materials to be used – Maria will make recommendations based on the style and colors you request but if there are specific requests you have for a particular stone or material to be incorporated into your piece please do not hesitate to make this known. She will do everything possible to make this happen and let you know if it will be available or not.
Mounting options – Most skulls can be equipped with hardware for wall hanging or can be mounted on a beautiful custom made, wrought iron stand for displaying on a pedestal, table, or desk.
Logistics – Discuss the most convenient, safe, and economical methods for getting your European mount to Maria’s studio as well as the return delivery of you finished commissioned piece.
Lead time and pricing – After a thorough discussion of how you would like your one of a kind piece created, Maria provides, in writing, an estimate of a realistic lead time and cost for your piece. Maria understands how special and important your piece is to you and always maintains open 2-way communications throughout the creative process. Any changes requested by you or by unforeseen circumstances that may alter costs or lead time will be discussed, put in writing, and agreed to prior to going forward.