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The One that got Away

A fisherman tells his story

13 total reviews 
Comment from alaskapat


This is awesome Ray! This is a story that every fisherman or lady can tell, it's that fish that got away and of course it was huge!
Very well rendered with accurate shape and structure good show of the size and proportions . I like his hat and the green shirt with blue jeans rolled above the ankles.
Well shown lake behind him and I like the wooden bench he sits on.
It's almost time for red salmon fishing here!
Well arranged and presented!

 Comment Written 13-May-2025


reply by the author on 13-May-2025
    Pat, it is so nice to read your review. I had both you and Allan in mind, I know you both like fishing and so do I. Thank you for your wonderful review, rating and thoughtful comments. Ray
Comment from allanoak


Ha, I immediately saw myself in this art piece. I really like his expression, it seems like he does not even believe his embelishment about the size of the one that got away.

Dressed like the perfect fisherman, expecially the floppy hat. Well done and a pleasure to review.

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 Comment Written 13-May-2025


reply by the author on 13-May-2025
    Allan I did this one with you in mind and I thought you would get a kick out of it. I am glad you like it. Thank you for your wonderful review. Ray
reply by allanoak on 13-May-2025
    Yes, you read me very well. I did get a kick out of this. Every Minnesota child is taught this expression. 😂
reply by the author on 14-May-2025
    I am glad you enjoy it. Ray
Comment from JirinaInspire


So funny and nicely presented. I know nothing about fishing so I can relate to this young man as he is trying to catch a fish.

Great drawing if all the details, his posture and expression are just perfect. Ray I am out of sixes by now but this one deserves many of them!

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 Comment Written 13-May-2025


reply by the author on 13-May-2025
    Jirina, I am glad I gave you a chuckle. Thank you for your wonderful review. I am so glad you enjoyed it. Ray
reply by JirinaInspire on 14-May-2025
    Ray, I love all the different styles you come up with. So talented and creative.
reply by the author on 14-May-2025
    Jirina, thank you, I am so glad you enjoy them. Ray
reply by the author on 14-May-2025
    Thank you Jirina for your compliments and gracious thoughts. Ray