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From Tattoo Artist to Fly Tying Phenomenon: Brian Smith's Meteoric Rise
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Devin Carlson. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Devin Carlson ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
In this captivating episode of Mending on the Fly, Devin sits down with Brian Smith, the mastermind behind the wildly popular fly tying social media accounts @_TiesFlies_" and TheFliesmith.co. Brian shares his incredible journey from tattoo artist to fly tying sensation, amassing a dedicated following of over 100,000 on each platform in just a year. Discover the secrets behind his mesmerizing fly tying videos, his passion for sharing the art with others, and how he turned his newfound hobby into a thriving business. Brian's inspiring story is a testament to the power of dedication, creativity, and the therapeutic nature of fly fishing and tying. Join us as we dive deep into Brian's world and explore his plans for the future of the fly tying community.
Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction to Brian Smith and his social media success
05:00 - Brian's background as a tattoo artist and chef
08:00 - How a fishing trip with a neighbor sparked Brian's passion for fly tying
15:00 - Brian's love for working with latex in fly tying
20:00 - The challenges and rewards of tying realistic flies
24:00 - Brian's research process and the importance of international fly tying forums
28:00 - Plans for a fly tying guild and engaging the younger generation
32:00 - The truth about being on a "pro team" in the fly tying industry
35:00 - How fly tying helps Brian manage anxiety and stress
40:00 - The therapeutic nature of fly fishing and organizations supporting recovery
44:00 - Closing thoughts and how to follow Brian's journey
Find Brian on Instagram: @_tiesflies_
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