Perch Pillows
Description: At the age of 15, Rocky Panzo and his family moved to Chicago from Italy in 1914. Rocky began working as a commercial perch fisherman to help support the family, and eventually opened his own bait shop. Located on Chicago's famous Navy Pier, long before it would be transformed into the polished tourist attraction it is today, Rocky's Bait Shop was a favorite of both commercial fishermen and amateur anglers alike. Rocky's relic of a shack at 138 N. Streeter Dr. sat amidst the ramshackle area that made up the water’s edge for decades, providing fresh bait and, as Rocky called it, questionable advice. Eventually, Rocky's sons joined up, adding a fried seafood trailer and changing the name to Rocky and Sons Fish House in the early '60s.
Description: Two small, plump songbirds facing one another. Their bodies are rendered in soothing greens. Short, rounded wings are detailed with fine linework; their beaks are stout and slightly hooked, tipped with a darker tone that provides a small, crisp contrast. They perch above a cluster of richly colored roses: full red blooms, tight buds, and leaves fan out beneath and around their feet. The roses repeat at the four corners of the composition, framing the birds and lending a sense of botanical abundance. Quietly romantic. ABOUT THE ART © Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:11:00 PM Tracey Harrington-Simpson
Description: "Green Heron on a Weathered Perch" Photographed at Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge in early May, this Green Heron chose a weathered, leafless branch as its perch despite the surrounding spring greenery. The contrast between its rich plumage and the stark, twisting branches produced one of those shots I hope for but don't always get. I can't make a bird land where I want, yet on this day, it did just that. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20260508_DSC3791 AI Alt Text: A small bird is perched on a bare branch against a plain background. The image captures the simplicity and elegance of nature. Photography by Debra Martz
Description: Everything Except Perch — a funny freshwater fishing design for anglers who know that every fishing trip has its own target species. Featuring a detailed fish, crab, waves, and bold vintage-inspired lettering, this design is perfect for fishermen, freshwater anglers, lake fishing enthusiasts, and anyone who loves fishing humor. Great fishing gift for dads, friends, and outdoor lovers.
Description: Embrace the chill of the hardwater season with this incredible Ice Fishing Perch design! ❄️🎣 Celebrated by winter anglers everywhere, the yellow perch is a premier ice-fishing target known for bringing action to the frozen lake even in the dead of winter. Whether you're gearing up for a weekend in the ice shanty, looking for the ultimate rustic touch for your cabin, or searching for a great gift for an avid ice fisherman, this design is a home run. Stay warm, drill deep, and reel 'em in!
