Sherry Thurston was interviewed for the Wild Caught project. Sherry Thurston moved to Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, in 1978, where she established an art studio in a former church building. By 1980, she had begun teaching painting classes, initially in a rudimentary setting but gradually improving the space over the years. Thurston integrated into the local community, becoming known for her artwork depicting the town’s fishing culture, boats, and coastal scenery. Throughout the interview, Thurston discusses her journey as an artist and her connection to Sneads Ferry, highlighting the support she received from local residents, many of whom made their living from the sea. She shares anecdotes about her early art classes, during which students brought firewood to heat the building, and her efforts to capture the essence of the town’s fishing lifestyle in her paintings. One of her most famous pieces, the "Sneads Ferry sneaker," a pen-and-ink t-shirt design, became a popular local symbol and continues to be commercially successful. Thurston reflects on the strong ties between generations of local fishing families and their perseverance in maintaining the trade despite challenges. She also mentions the artistic influence the environment has had on her work, noting changes in her color palette over the years. The interview concludes with Thurston showcasing her gallery, describing its evolution, and discussing several of her artworks, which are inspired by the local fishing community and the landscapes of Sneads Ferry.