Family-owned and operated since 1998, Blackwater Fish Replicas works to preserve the future of fishing by encouraging anglers to consider a custom fiberglass fish replica designed from photos and measurements of their trophy catch. Trust the memory of your fishing adventure to a professional. With over 800 commissioned art pieces created for clients worldwide, fish artist Luke Filmer has earned a reputation for excellence.
“As a fisherman myself…I understand how important it is to ensure each fish replica sculpture I create is designed and painted to capture the memory of your perfect day on the water”. - Luke Filmer
Inspired by a lifetime of angling and countless hours spent fly fishing, fish artist Luke Filmer blends his love of art and angling to create original fish (replica) art sculptures of Salmon, Steelhead and Trout.
Started in 1998, Luke named Blackwater Trading Co. after the Blackwater River in BC, Canada.
Luke has created over 800 custom fish sculptures for clients worldwide…and his art has been featured on several television programs, art galleries, and interpretive exhibits in the Pacific Northwest.
Luke currently lives on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state.