"Why So Fly" Framed Canvas

This playful collage captures a moment of curiosity and consequence, portraying a fish intent on updating his hat with a fresh set of feathers, only to find himself caught on the hook instead. The scene balances humor and tension, freezing the instant where intention meets outcome.

The composition is collaged using vintage advertisements from Field & Stream and mid-century fashion magazines, layered to create a narrative-rich, surreal interaction. At the center of the exchange is the fly, hand drawn by Matt Clark and inspired by the original fly-tying sketches of Charles F. Orvis, grounding the piece in the history and craftsmanship of early American fly fishing.

Warm, aged tones and distressed textures reinforce the vintage collage aesthetic, while expressive details keep the work lighthearted and engaging. The piece reflects on temptation, vanity, and the unintended consequences that follow even the simplest pursuits.

Printed on a 40” high by 30” wide canvas and finished in a walnut wood frame, this work offers a nostalgic, humorous presence well suited for modern, mid-century, and outdoor-inspired interiors.