Album: Matt Starr Fish Art

Description: This is my detailed mixed media (watercolor and acrylic) painting of a rainbow trout on a vintage trout fishing stamp. The intricate border and text enhance the classic feel.

Description: This is my detailed acrylic painting of a brown trout on a vintage trout fishing stamp. The border highlights fish and wildlife motifs, emphasizing conservation.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of the courtship of two pufferfish. The courtship involves elaborate mandala art sand sculpture built by males to attract females for mating. The process involves intricate geometric patterns, ridges and shell decorations that serve as a fitness test for the male. Females judge the quality of these massive underwater “crop circles” (up to 7 feet wide) and lay their eggs in the center if satisfied with the male guarding the nest until hatching. What do you think the fish is saying that has bubbles coming out of its mouth?

Description: This is a largemouth bass from Georgia that I painted on an old canoe paddle with acrylics. A detailed depiction of a bass is painted on a wooden canoe paddle, showcasing shades of green and black scales along its body. The background highlights the natural grain and color variations of the wood.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a shark swimming through blue ocean waves, cleverly incorporating the sharp saw blade shape into the design. The wood grain of the table surface underneath adds a rustic touch. Sharks’ teeth have serrated edges and are designed for tearing and cutting.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a catfish with yellow eyes and big detailed whiskers or barbels swimming against a backdrop of aquatic plants. The whiskers are used primarily for finding food, especially in murky or dark waters. The whiskers are covered in taste buds. The water is painted in soft blues and greens, enhancing the underwater setting. I enjoy fishing for and eating catfish.

Description: This is a crappie that I carved from wood and painted with acrylic paint as a fish “decoy.” A detailed depiction of a fish with intricate scales is set against a rich wooden background. The fish features realistic shading and a prominent red eye, creating a striking contrast with the wood's warm tones.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a variety of vintage fishing lures in a wooden display case. I painted this from my inspiration, when as boy going fishing with my Grandad. He had a big tackle box full of all kinds of interesting lures. I would look in amazement at all the lure shapes and sizes, with propellers, beads, hooks and shiny objects! Bright hues and intricate details emphasize the variety of designs used in fishing gear.

Description: This is my drawing of a largemouth bass jumping out of the water. A bass is depicted leaping out of the water with an open mouth, surrounded by stylized waves. The background features a textured, abstract design that adds depth to the image.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a hammerhead shark and other sharks with their shadows shown while lurking in the sea. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner, adding a personal touch to the composition.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting study of a tuna fish. I was inspired to do this painting as it is one of my favorite kinds of fish to eat. A realistic depiction shows a blue tuna fish with a sharp, streamlined body and prominent dorsal fins set against a light, watery background. The tuna features a striking yellow eye and detailed scales, indicating careful attention to detail.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of some fishing lures, crankbait, spoons, rooster tails and plastic worms hanging by line next to a wood paneling wall. My love to go fishing was my inspiration for this painting. My Granddad had good luck in landing big bass with a similar red plastic worm with white spots. Each lure is uniquely designed with vibrant patterns, adding an artistic touch to the display.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of some persons in their boat fishing, watching the bobber and waiting for a bite. I was inspired to do this painting from all the times I’ve been fishing….waiting for a bite. Two silhouetted persons are fishing from a boat on a serene body of water during a vibrant orange sunset. A fishing bobber floats in the foreground, while the sun casts a golden path across the water's surface.

Description: This is my mixed media painting of a school of blue tang fish. I used watercolor, ink and acrylics for these common and popular reef fish. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. Two blue tang fish swim amidst a school of blue tang on a light blue background. The fish are detailed with bold outlines and vibrant colors, and a signature by Matt Starr is visible.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a mammoth grouper about to gulp a scuba diver. Groupers are known for having a large stout body and mouth. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. A large grouper is depicted with its mouth open, surrounded by smaller fish, while a diver swims away nearby. The water appears to have a gentle blue tone, enhancing the aquatic theme.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of a sailfish that is jumping out of the sea. These billfish are known for their impressive jumps, reaching 10-20 feet. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. A vibrant sailfish leaps energetically, surrounded by splashes that mimic ocean waves. The dynamic movement and vivid colors capture the essence of the sea.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of some catfish in a yin yang design. The two catfish are coming together and going with the flow, creating harmony and balance. The monochromatic design emphasizes the intricate details of the fish scales and fins.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a collection of trout flies for a fly-fishing guide service. Trout are predatory and generally feed on other fish, insects, worms and flies. Trout flies are replica baits designed to imitate live prey. A collection of intricately designed fishing flies is arranged on a textured background, showcasing a variety of colors and patterns. These flies are used in fly fishing to mimic natural insects and attract fish. A collection of intricately designed fishing lures is displayed against a textured background, with the bold text "Fishing Guide" prominently featured in the center.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a collection of trout flies. Trout are predatory and generally feed on other fish, insects, worms, flies, mayflies, caddisflies, stoneflies, mollusks and dragonflies. Trout flies are replica baits designed to imitate live prey. A collection of intricately designed fishing flies is arranged on a textured background, showcasing a variety of colors and patterns. These flies are used in fly fishing to mimic natural insects and attract fish.

Description: This is my mixed media painting of fishing for some catfish. These popular fish are named for their prominent barbels, which resemble a cat’s whiskers. I used watercolor, ink and acrylics for this fishing scene. Two catfish gracefully swim against a swirling blue background, their whiskers entangled with a worm. Their bodies form a heart shape, giving a sense of harmony in nature.

Description: This is a close up of a largemouth bass fighting fish that I painted with acrylics. A detailed depiction of a bass is painted showcasing shades of green and black scales along its body.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of a variety of vintage fishing lures in a display case. I painted this from my inspiration, when as boy going fishing with my Grandad. He had a big tackle box full of all kinds of interesting lures. I would look in amazement at all the lure shapes and sizes, with propellers, beads, hooks and shiny objects! Bright hues and intricate details emphasize the variety of designs used in fishing gear.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting on paper of a fierce shark in the ocean waters. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. A shark swims gracefully through a serene, blue-green watercolor sea. The simple, black ink lines capture the shark's form with smooth precision.

Description: This is my watercolor painting study of a marlin fish. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. A blue marlin is depicted against a light blue background, showcasing its long, pointed bill and vibrant colors. The fish's distinct stripes and sharp fins are highlighted to capture its dynamic essence.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting on paper of a fierce shark in the ocean waters. This painting is part of my Florida watercolor collection. A shark swims gracefully through a serene, blue-green watercolor sea. The simple, black ink lines capture the shark's form with smooth precision.

Description: This is a crappie that I carved from wood and painted with acrylic paint as a fish “decoy.” A detailed depiction of a crappie is shown against a brown, textured background. The fish features contrasting dark and light scales, highlighting its distinctive pattern.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of Siamese fighting fish or betta swimming in a yin yang pattern. The bettas are the colors of a color wheel. A circular design features a blend of betta fish in vibrant colors arranged in a yin-yang pattern, creating a dynamic contrast. Each fish showcases a different color, ranging from red to purple, creating a harmonious yet striking visual effect.

Description: This is a bluegill that I carved from wood and painted with acrylics as a fish “decoy.” A vibrantly colored bluegill with shades of green, orange, and yellow is displayed against a rich wooden background. The detailed scales and fins are meticulously highlighted, showcasing the aquatic creature's natural beauty.

Description: This is a brown trout that I carved from wood and painted as a fish “decoy" with no background.

Description: This is my acrylic painting of some koi fish in a water lily pond. Fish are the symbol for Pisces in the Zodiac signs. This sign covers the dates from about February 19th to March 20th. Koi fish swim gracefully among lily pads in a tranquil pond.

Description: This is my watercolor and ink painting of a hammerhead shark. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A stylized hammerhead shark is depicted against a textured backdrop, highlighting its unique head shape and streamlined body. Bold lines and subtle shading emphasize its form, creating a striking visual contrast.

Description: This is my watercolor painting of the skeleton of a fish. This painting is part of my Florida Watercolor Collection. A skeletal fish is depicted with bold, dark lines against a textured background, giving it an ancient, fossil-like appearance. The background features wavy patterns, enhancing the underwater theme.

Description: This is my drawing of some Moorish idol fish and other marine life in a coral reef. Three Moorish idols swim gracefully through a vibrant underwater seascape filled with colorful corals and sea plants. The ocean floor teems with life, featuring starfish and anemones amid the rocky terrain.