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Nick Mayer Featured in BlueDot Living: A Kid Called Turtleman Grew Up to Paint Fish

It’s always a pleasure to be able to reflect on my life and childhood adventures that led me to where I am today. I am honored to be featured in Bluedot Living’s brand new article, “A Kid Called Tu...
Cover Art, Feature Article & New Partnership with American Fisheries Society

Cover Art, Feature Article & New Partnership with American Fisheries Society

What happens when science meets creativity? Our new partnership with the American Fisheries Society uses art to inspire a deeper appreciation for aquatic ecosystems and the life they sustain to pro...
Honored to Be Featured in Seasons of the Striper: A Tribute to Striped Bass and the Art of Fishing

Honored to Be Featured in Seasons of the Striper: A Tribute to Striped Bass and the Art of Fishing

Some fish become more than a catch - they become part of who we are. For generations of anglers on the Atlantic coast, the striped bass has been one of those fish . . . 
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Illustration Featured in "Alexander the Salamander" by Noah Johannis

Red-Backed Salamanders have always held a special place in my heart. Found in the mossy, wet forest floors of North America, they were a constant source of fascination during my childhood. I spent ...
Art Featured in "50 Years After Jaws" Article in Blue Dot Living

Art Featured in "50 Years After Jaws" Article in Blue Dot Living

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of the classic summer blockbuster, Jaws! A new article from Bluedot Living features Nick's hand-painted Great White Shark illustration.
AQUARIUMANIA PODCAST INTERVIEW

AQUARIUMANIA PODCAST INTERVIEW

This was a fun one!  I sat down with Fish Veterinarian and Researcher Dr. Roy Yanong to discuss my process of fish illustration and my trajectory as a . . .
Fly Fusion Fishing Magazine Cover

PAINTINGS FEATURED IN FLY FUSION MAGAZINE

It's an honor to have my work in Fly Fusion Magazine.  This is Canada's hottest fishing magazine and this issue is off the charts . . .
Feature Article in Sportfishing Adventures Magazine

Feature Article in Sportfishing Adventures Magazine

As always I was surprised when Sportfishing Adventures approached me and asked to do a featured piece on my art and fishing.  They had seen my ridiculous shenanigans fly fishing for sharks with dry...
Feature Story in Anglers Journal Magazine!

Feature Story in Anglers Journal Magazine!

Thank you to Krista Karlson and Anglers Journal Magazine for this artfully crafted piece on my trajectory as an artist . . .