Accurately illustrated to capture the intricate detail of 15 different types of sunfishes, this essential collection of "sunnies" is artfully presented on one charming poster. Featuring stunningly beautiful reproductions, these ordinary North American fishes are arranged by relative scale and include both the common and scientific names. A favorite among fisherman for their tenacious and catchable nature and for the nostalgia associated with what many remember as their first fish, this celebration of America's best-loved fishes is ideal for identification and will enhance any angler's art collection.
"Amazing illustrations . . . [His] fish shimmer on the pages." -- Publishers Weekly
"The best fish illustrator I've ever seen. Period." --Gary Soucie, Audubon magazine
"Tomelleri's illustrations just have to be seen to be believed." --John Gierach, author, Trout Bum
"The best fish illustrator I've ever seen. Period." --Gary Soucie, Audubon magazine
"Tomelleri's illustrations just have to be seen to be believed." --John Gierach, author, Trout Bum
"Stunning." --David Allen Sibley, author, The Sibley Guide to Birds
Joseph R. Tomelleri is an illustrator whose work has appeared in About Trout, Cutthroat: Native Trout of the West, Fishes of Alabama, and Trout and Salmon of North America. His work is featured in the Trout of North AmericaEighteen Card Set and the Trout of North America Poster. He lives in Leawood, Kansas.
Scott & Nix, Inc.
Pub Date: April 01, 2010
2.5" H x 27.0" L x 2.5" W