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This episode features Tim Johnson with Tim Johnson Gallery and Timmy Grips. Tim’s interest in fly fishing began as a child in Arizona. He was taught the basics of casting by his neighbor Eric Shoemaker. After convincing his parents to buy him a fly rod by achieving Eagle Scout status, his passion grew. Tim pursued his passions in art and mental health while guiding and using fly fishing as a therapeutic modality. He helped adolescents on the autism spectrum and veterans with PTSD.
As his artwork grew more successful, Tim transitioned to working as a full-time artist in Arizona. He began customizing grips for fishing rods using pyrography, or burning designs into cork, after creating a personalized grip as a gift. His intricate, colorful designs featuring fish and insects became highly sought after. Tim discusses techniques, tools, and honing his skills over thousands of hours of practice.
Tim enjoys collaborating with other artists and companies like Orvis. He creates commissioned pieces memorializing specific fish catches, in addition to conservation projects.
Mastering Rod Building is brought to you by Anglers Resource — your source for genuine Fuji Tackle components.
By Bill Falconer5
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This episode features Tim Johnson with Tim Johnson Gallery and Timmy Grips. Tim’s interest in fly fishing began as a child in Arizona. He was taught the basics of casting by his neighbor Eric Shoemaker. After convincing his parents to buy him a fly rod by achieving Eagle Scout status, his passion grew. Tim pursued his passions in art and mental health while guiding and using fly fishing as a therapeutic modality. He helped adolescents on the autism spectrum and veterans with PTSD.
As his artwork grew more successful, Tim transitioned to working as a full-time artist in Arizona. He began customizing grips for fishing rods using pyrography, or burning designs into cork, after creating a personalized grip as a gift. His intricate, colorful designs featuring fish and insects became highly sought after. Tim discusses techniques, tools, and honing his skills over thousands of hours of practice.
Tim enjoys collaborating with other artists and companies like Orvis. He creates commissioned pieces memorializing specific fish catches, in addition to conservation projects.
Mastering Rod Building is brought to you by Anglers Resource — your source for genuine Fuji Tackle components.

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