Artists have hobbies too!

The Sportsman, n.d., Joseph Crilley, (1920-2008), oil on canvas, 25 x 22 inches, Collection of the Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22.

The Sportsman, n.d., Joseph Crilley, (1920-2008), oil on canvas, 25 x 22 inches, Collection of the Bucks County Intermediate Unit #22.

Take a look at this painting. Can you guess what the artist, Joseph Crilley, enjoyed doing part-time or as a hobby? Yes, fishing was his passion, and this sport found its way into his photographs, written articles, and paintings. Does anyone in your family like to fish?

Look closely at his painting. What can you guess about the artist? Where does he fish? In the ocean, a lake, or streams? What does he catch (if he is lucky!)? What kind of bait does he use to catch fish? Where does he put the live fish after they have been caught?

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