Brian Grossenbacher's guest appearances

Brian Grossenbacher

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

The Itinerant Angler Podcast

Tom Rosenbauer

Dave Perkins

John Gierach

Simon Perkins

Phil Monahan

Hank Shaw

Dave Klausmeyer

Shawn Combs

Monte Burke

Derek Olthuis

Tom Bie

Conway Bowman

Bob White

Colin McKeown

Nick Lyons

OwlTail

My guest this week is Brian Grossenbacher [42:45], one of the finest fly-fishing still photographers in the world. You’ve seen his work on the cover of many magazines and in Orvis catalogs. (Brian and I recently collaborated on a book entitled, simply, Trout, with his images and my essays. ) Learn how Brian’s career changed from being a full-time fishing guide to a professional photographer and glean some tips on how to go pro yourself—or at least improve the quality of your own images. Along the way, Brian tells a couple stories that had me in tears of laughter as I was recording this. In the Fly Box this week, we have some interesting questions and great tips from listeners, including: What impact does bug spray have on fish and the tackle we use? My Elk Hair Caddis dry flies land on their sides. How can I prevent this? Should I grease my leader when fishing with a dry-dropper rig in fast water? I want to try carp fishing. Should I put my money into a better reel or a better rod? A tip from a listener on how to keep materials out of the eye of a fly you just tied, and how to keep your hands warm in cold weather. A tip from a listener on how he greatly improved his casting with all rods when he went from a 4-weight rod to a 9-weight rod. What would you do if faced with three days of 25 mph winds and dirty water when on a saltwater trip? Does cold weather make fly rods brittle? I came up with a killer fly pattern that is unlike anything out there. Should I share the pattern on social media? I am having trouble with carp. What fly patterns do you recommend, and how can I tell when they take the fly? What tips do you have for making those quick deliveries when sight fishing in salt water?

My guest this week is Brian Grossenbacher [42:45], one of the finest fly-fishing still photographers in the world. You’ve seen his work on the cover of many magazines and in Orvis catalogs. (Brian and I recently collaborated on a book entitled, simply, Trout, with his images and my essays. ) Learn how Brian’s career changed from being a full-time fishing guide to a professional photographer and glean some tips on how to go pro yourself—or at least improve the quality of your own images. Along the way, Brian tells a couple stories that had me in tears of laughter as I was recording this. In the Fly Box this week, we have some interesting questions and great tips from listeners, including: What impact does bug spray have on fish and the tackle we use? My Elk Hair Caddis dry flies land on their sides. How can I prevent this? Should I grease my leader when fishing with a dry-dropper rig in fast water? I want to try carp fishing. Should I put my money into a better reel or a better rod? A tip from a listener on how to keep materials out of the eye of a fly you just tied, and how to keep your hands warm in cold weather. A tip from a listener on how he greatly improved his casting with all rods when he went from a 4-weight rod to a 9-weight rod. What would you do if faced with three days of 25 mph winds and dirty water when on a saltwater trip? Does cold weather make fly rods brittle? I came up with a killer fly pattern that is unlike anything out there. Should I share the pattern on social media? I am having trouble with carp. What fly patterns do you recommend, and how can I tell when they take the fly? What tips do you have for making those quick deliveries when sight fishing in salt water?

How to become a professional fly-fishing photographer, with Brian Grossenbacher

In a podcast that is LONG overdue, Reid chats with his close friend and collaborator Brian Grossenbacher. Brian, who is widely regarded as among the finest photographers in the outdoor space, has shot extensively for brands such as Orvis, Simms, Case Knives, Gordy &amp; Sons, and is a regular contributor to Field &amp; Stream, Covey Rise, Gray’s Sporting Journal, and Shooting Sportsman Magazine. Brian discusses his travels, the unique demands of photography in the field, and his non-typical journey into the world of photography. He is also good for a few funny stories about Reid which are worth a listen. More about Grossenbacher and his work at www.grossenbacherphoto.com and in the pages of The Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting, Training Bird Dogs with Ronnie Smith Kennels, and in the upcoming Trout with Tom Rosenbauer.

In a podcast that is LONG overdue, Reid chats with his close friend and collaborator Brian Grossenbacher. Brian, who is widely regarded as among the finest photographers in the outdoor space, has shot extensively for brands such as Orvis, Simms, Case Knives, Gordy &amp; Sons, and is a regular contributor to Field &amp; Stream, Covey Rise, Gray’s Sporting Journal, and Shooting Sportsman Magazine. Brian discusses his travels, the unique demands of photography in the field, and his non-typical journey into the world of photography. He is also good for a few funny stories about Reid which are worth a listen. More about Grossenbacher and his work at <a href="http://www.grossenbacherphoto.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.grossenbacherphoto.com</a> and in the pages of The Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting, Training Bird Dogs with Ronnie Smith Kennels, and in the upcoming Trout with Tom Rosenbauer.

An Eye for Detail, with Photographer Brian Grossenbacher

Montana guide turned serious pro photographer Brian Grossenbacher talks about pre-runoff fishing in Montana, his favorite cameras, and what to do when you're locked in a bar by three Argentine gauchos looking for trouble.

Standoff in the Argentine with Brian Grossenbacher - Ssn. 9, Ep. 5