[dropcap]D[/dropcap]an Sharley was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born into a fishing family, with grandfathers who first introduced him to bluegill fishing on the Kankakee River in Illinois. As the obsession grew, so did the scope of his masterful art.
Lookdowns – copyright Dan Sharley
Largely a self taught artist, Dan works mostly with watercolors. His work is inspired by his surroundings and activities:
“I paint because it’s just what I do, and I’m very grateful others enjoy it, too. My greatest satisfaction comes from working with a customer on a commissioned piece, and seeing their eyes light up when I deliver the finished painting.”
Fourteen – copyright Dan Sharley
Over the past several years, his artwork has been featured in galleries throughout the south. Currently, his website provides a good look at many of my original paintings and all of my limited-edition giclee prints, while you can also purchase prints from Shallowfish.com.
Longeared sunfish – copyright Dan Sharley
Follow all of Dan’s adventures at his blog, The Art of Fishing.
Bonefish – copyright Dan Sharley
