fishing inspiration

Diane Michelin is a Canadian watercolour artist whose work is deeply rooted in the spirit and subtleties of fly fishing. Born in Montreal, she now lives on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Diane draws inspiration from the landscape, water, wildlife, flies, rods and reels, and the human moments that make up the fly-fishing experience. Over her career, she has built a global presence, with her work housed in private collections, fishing lodges, and museums around the world.
Ted Upton is the founder and CEO of Cheeky Fishing, a brand known for its high-performance fly reels and commitment to innovation in the angling industry. In this episode of Anchored, we discuss how Cheeky got its start and take a closer look at what’s really in a fly reel.
As the owner of Vancouver's iconic Ruddick's Fly Shop, Kathy has been a cornerstone of the fly-fishing community, combining her passion for the sport with her expertise in teaching fly fishing and casting. In this episode of Anchored, we take a closer look at how Kathy got into fly fishing, and I finally get to pick her brain after decades of curiosity about this amazing woman.
This heart-warming piece takes a closer look at the successes and struggles of hunter and angler Jim Teeny.