https://www.catchmagazine.net/Magazine/cmapr2012
First, we all know that Catch has essentially led the way in fly fishing photography / videography E-Zines. It needs no introduction for its quality and longevity. But, being first carries you only so far and to continue to do something like that production, you need to steel yourself to a longterm vision - to continue a larger scale project takes a lot of hard work and needs to realize some tangible result, plain and simple.
In the time Catch has been around, most of us have taken internet entertainment for granted - be it forums, blogs, photos, videos, etc. At best, most of the artists and producers break even on photos and videos - many come and go as they realize the realities of trying to either make a name or living in fly fishing visual arts is not going to fill your pensions. 99% fall out within a few years. Catch provides a platform for many, a glimmer of hope - if not a benchmark for success in our arts. The fact that many come to enjoy the work is a bonus.
We have an opportunity to continue to support Catch, to continue to enjoy the artists it features. It comes with a catch now, though, and enters that forbidden internet zone... Catch is asking for $1 a month for a subscription. Given what I typed above, given the inspiration I get as a photographer, given that in the dead of winter (well, when we're not in New Zealand), the photos and video come through and add a source of escapism that's worth well more than $1 a month.
I have no affiliation to anyone over at Catch and there's no likelihood my opinion matters too much, but I'm encouraging everyone, even you young folks or those of you who have taken your fly fishing internet entertainment for granted, please support Catch by subscribing.
Cheers
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