Derek and Janell in Arkansas

One of the most recognizable and talented artists in the fly fishing world is Derek DeYoung. We were pleasantly surprised when Dally's fly shop arranged from them to spend a week here fishing and a day of painting at the shop. Derek's work appears on covers of the top industry magazines and articles, and on many of the products on the market. His passion for fishing matches his passion for his art, and it shows in the final works - what impresses me the most are the vivid colors that are captured and are reflective of the beauty of the subjects. The talent is obvious, but what is especially notable is the fact that Derek and Janell are the nicest young couple you could hope to meet. We have been impressed since first contacting Derek relating to Trout Unlimited fund raisers, his taking a day off to take us fishing for grayling in Montana, and visiting with him and Janell here in our neck of the woods. And we hear they could make a return trip next year! As soon as we win the Powerball drawing, then one of the first acts will be to purchase some original works :)

 Janell and Derek