A fascinating and fun conversation with acclaimed fishing artist Derek DeYoung.

Derek was born on a bayou near the shores of Lake Michigan where his love of fishing was ignited. Over the years his art has veered from the classical fishing art, placing more importance on using a unique style and palette. Using oil paints on canvas, he artfully captures all the subtle intricacies fish possess; their patterns, dimension and texture.

We talk about Derek's entry into fishing, rise through Art school and the processes he uses for  inspiration to produce amazing works of art. We trade stories about mentors and share laughs about the small things die hard anglers think about. 

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