Episode 209 Nick Benik @photographicflytyer

Episode 209 Nick Benik @photographicflytyer

From The Intermediate Line Podcast by Chris Andrew Volter

March 7, 2026 · 1h 45m · Episode 217

About this episode

Nick Benik discusses his approach to fly tying and photography in this episode.

It is with great pleasure that we present Nick Benik on episode 209 of the Intermediate Line Podcast. Nick is a an exceptional fly tyer who hails from Denver Colorado and who's artistic finishes and quality fly / fishing photography often outshines the fact that Nick is primarily a functionally exceptionally tyer as well. On this show, we really wanted to break down that first impression of great photos and friendly personality and talk and out what Fly Tying is to Nick. In a broad sense, we cover how he see's himself positioned as a fly tyer, and what he see's and admires in other fly tyers around the world. This show is a great insight into just one our modern times "best to to do it". We also kick off the show addressing one of the most asked questions that Nick gets, and that is... "how do I make my images look like yours?". Well.. you cant in just the time it takes to listen to this show, but there are some great photography tips for both flies and fishing that can be done with just your phone, or DSLR/ Mirrorless camera. Another great episode to strap yourself into the vice for and get inspired. This show presented to you by - Kettafly, Beast Brushes, Power Pole, Nervous…

People in this episode

Host: Chris Andrew Volter

Guest: Nick Benik

Topics covered

  • fly tying
  • photography
  • fishing
  • artistic finishes
  • tips

Keywords

  • fly tying
  • photography tips
  • Denver
  • fishing
  • artistic finishes

Sponsors

Kettafly, Beast Brushes, Power Pole, Nervous water, Flats Craft

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Denver Colorado

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