: His large-scale oil paintings of trout—often portrayed in brilliant, specific detail—signify how species adapt to their specific habitats.
: Projects like his exploration of the polluted Scajaquada Creek in Buffalo or the sacred but endangered Bagmati River in Nepal combine art, film, and environmental research to foster a sense of local ownership and responsibility. The Orvis Guide of the Year alberto rey
: In a poignant sub-series, Rey paints the carcasses of fish he finds on riverbanks. He views these "silent still-lives" as metaphors for his own life and the noble, if tragic, cycles of survival. : His large-scale oil paintings of trout—often portrayed