Collaborations
Derek works in collaboration with a couple of key companies like Abel Reels and Simms in the fly fishing industry who work with him in a shared vision to bring his artwork from the canvas to the specialty product.
Abel Reels – 2009-Current
These eight stunning, eye-candy DeYoung Series Abel Reels are an artistic fly-fishing addition that makes all of these special reels instant collectables. Each reel is hand painted with anodized metal based on Derek’s paintings, and some of Derek’s painting are specifically designed for the Abel Reels.
These eight stunning, eye-candy DeYoung Series Abel Reels are an artistic fly-fishing addition that makes all of these special reels instant collectables. Each reel is hand painted with anodized metal based on Derek’s paintings, and some of Derek’s painting are specifically designed for the Abel Reels.
Showcased Paintings include Abstract Steelhead – Oregon (left) and Brown Flank – Blue (right)
Simms – 2008-Current
The Simms-DeYoung Artist Series line includes everything from T shirts and other apparel items to flyboxes, waterbottles and cigar humidors. Derek’s unique and colorful style makes his art a natural fit for Simms apparel and accessories.
The Simms-DeYoung Artist Series line includes everything from T shirts and other apparel items to flyboxes, waterbottles and cigar humidors. Derek’s unique and colorful style makes his art a natural fit for Simms apparel and accessories.
Showcased Paintings include Abstract Brown – Rubberlegs (left) and Brown Flank #2 (right)
