The Art of Ian Rutter

Ian has always drawn for recreation, but in recent years has become much more serious about his art. Watercolors are his primary medium, but he also works in graphite and charcoal. Trout, fly fishing scenes, trout flies and wildlife are his primary subjects.

See all of Ian’s work on the website dedicated to his art

ianrutterart.com

“I find watercolor an intriguing medium because I spend so much time around water when fly fishing. It’s a tricky medium that can be difficult to control and has a mind of its own. It’s the perfect medium to represent trout which any angler knows also have a mind of their own. Trout can’t be forced into taking a fly so an angler needs to follow a process to get them to do what they want.

Watercolor is exactly the same. Just as a stream has conflicting currents that create drag on a fly, watercolor runs and bleeds on the paper. This can be frustrating or you can work within a construct for incredible effects. It requires concentration, planning, a bit of skill, and accrued experience…. Just like fly fishing!”