We in the northeast are about to go on one of those 90 degree heat waves. From this AM's weather long range forecasts, it looks to be at least 5 days in duration.
We have been doing some recon on a few streams that have access to the salt, in hopes of finding a searun brook trout stream. We have found a few and will put them to a test come autumn. The one pictured above is the latest find. I did not fish it but took several photos, and the one above was so peaceful. The trees mirrored in the water .......... A Small Stream Reflection.
This photo from last winter will cool you down, but I'm in no hurry to see this soon.
This is something I have been playing with. Taking a photo of a fly, and placing it in a matted frame.
I would appreciate your thoughts on it.
We came upon this beautiful church in a rural Connecticut town. It was founded in 1729, and is still holding services. It was located on a paved road, but alongside were two dirt roads. I wonder if one of our founding fathers ever worshiped here.
Rural Connecticut, fresh eggs......... A cheese and scallion omlet.
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If its's the real fly in the frame or a picture of one of your flies in a frame, they are all artwork to me. I think it came out real nice. If one has bad eyes I think it makes it easier to see the fine details and appreciate the fly. You should think about selling them.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the sea run brookies. I look forward to reading the reports!
ReplyDeleteThat stream is beautiful, I wish you luck in the quest to find those sea runs.
ReplyDeleteI also really like that photo, I think that is a great idea to showcase some of the flies you use/tie...well done!
Thanks for the winter photo! Like you i am no hurry to shovel that stuff. Good luck with the salter mission.
ReplyDeleteHey Alan,
ReplyDeleteI think the framed picture is great.
What size is that?
Kiwi,
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I have thought about selling them.
If the response to the question is favorable, I may.
George,
Thanks.
It's a long shot because not many will migrate to sea.
Sanders,
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Finding a few who may have spent some time out in the salt would be wonderful.
Thanks for the plus comment on the framed fly.
Savage,
Thanks.
It was not that long ago.
Ed,
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The a 5x7 photo matted into a 8x10.
I think taking pictures of your art in the form of streamers is a great idea. They would look great up on the wall. Oh man that stream in the winter looks like heaven right about now. How about eating that omelet along the winter stream, that sounds even better :) Stay cool and Tight Lines.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of the photos of the really cool flies.
ReplyDeleteI mentioned a couple of times about the book Dave Bargeron (Blood, Sweat, & Tears) is writing about flies names after jazz greats. You might like taking a look once the book comes out. Here's his link.
http://www.davebargeron.com/
I think it's going to be a hit.
Mark
Would the church be in Western Ct? In the general area of Litchfield, on the way to Kent? Snow? Every now and then it looks very appealing!
ReplyDeleteShoreman,
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I just checked out the link you posted.
Looks like a good book. I love tyers who tie what they feel when they sit down at the desk.
penbayman,
Thanks.
No the church is actually in eastern CT. There is a town in western CT, named Goshen, near Litchfield.
Photos of your streamers probably would sell if priced right. The economy is tough for discretionary spending, but your subject is unusual, artistic, and suitable for both home and office. You could keep it local or go with something online like etsy.com. It depends on how much business you want to handle. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteGary,
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I'm going to check out that site.