Ocean Explorer Magazine Miami show 2015 | Page 28

A commissioned work for a client from Cook Inlet, Alaska He sells his fine art as originals or framed and unframed limited edition prints, called giclees, which are high quality reproductions. In addition to his chart art, he does custom commissions, specialty items and pencil illustration. I encourage you to pick up one of his pieces as his work is not only beautiful it is destined to go up in value! Whitlock encourages you to check out his website for his upcoming schedule, and to say hello. He is very humble and still feels “It’s pretty unbelievable, I figured I’d be a charter boat captain for the rest of my life. I’m just a common working guy who stumbled upon this path. A lot of it was hard work, but a lot of it was dumb luck. I’m convinced the fish gods love me.” Page 28 Steve Whitlock was recognized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for “fostering an appreciation for Florida’s fish and wildlife resources through game fish and wildlife art.” His wife Lynn at his side.