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Fly fishing art by Marcel Terblanche

  • Writer: Chris Clemes
    Chris Clemes
  • Jun 26, 2019
  • 1 min read

Updated: May 3


What better way to capture and relive that very special fishing memory than with a true to life water colour painting. With Marcels detailed watercolours you can cherish the moment each time you visit your study or "fishing room".


Fly fishing artwork by Marcel Terblanche
"Marcel is a great bloke to undertake a study. Such a talent! This 2017 Avon fish was my best (so far😁😁) in many years on this wonderful river. Marcel captured it perfectly and today it took its place on the wall of my “fishing room”. It was a helluva fish to be blessed with, and this is a fine memory" Clem Booth

A fin perfect perfect representation

What makes Marcels artwork so special is his attention to detail. Each study he undertakes is a painstakingly matched spot for spot and to scale of the original images and measurements that you provide.




Marcels preferred medium is watercolour, this is because it adds a level of depth to the paintings and brings out the true colours, nuances and lifelike sheen of each individual trout or fish specimen.


Beautiful brown caught by Warren Bradfield
The original image of a beautiful brown caught and released by Warren Bradfield

Marcel can work on any size project and any of the trout and salmon species. Grayling too if someone wanted. Marcel also specialises in landscapes and can capture the setting of your favourite water to remind you of that special place and time.


To commission your own special artwork from Marcel, contact him via email - driftflyfisher@gmail.com


Trout watercolours up to 25" start from £140 excluding shipping from South Africa


Marcel in his studio in South Africa

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