At the event's banquet, M ary Burrichter and Robert Kierlin, fo unders of the M innesota Marine Art M useum, were presented with the first ASMA Lifetime Achievement Awa rd. Renowned artist John Stobart, an ASMA foundin g member, provided the keynote address; NMH S trustee Admiral Robert J. Papp Jr. , USCG (Ret.), US Special Representative to the A rctic, delivered a compelling presentation to conclude the conference. AS MA will host a second conference next fa ll near Mys tic, C onnecticut (19-21 O ctober 2017). A nyone who appreciates contemporary m arine art will discover a lot to learn a nd enjoy, not to m ention the opportunity to meet and m ingle with many of the marine artists whose works have graced the pages and covers of Sea H istory, including Daven Anderson, this issue's featured artist. Be sure to check the ASMA website fo r updates
Studio artist Patrick O'Brien participated in the plein air paint out, where he was j oined by Jamestown Settlement historic interpreter Don H ulick. on conference registration and info rmation, plus dates and venues fo r the 17th N ational Exhibition (www.am ericansocietyofm arineartists.com). J, ASMA founding member, John Stobart (right), visits Sergio Roffe on the dock at Jamestown. Roffe, who usually paints coastal landscapes, sold his p ainting while it was still on the easel and donated the money to the American Society ofMarine Artists. Stobart gave the keynote address at the conference and shared some lively stories ofhis life as a marine artist.
2017 Calendar NEW! Tall Ships There are few things on the high seas more dramatic than the great clouds of sail raised by traditional full- rigged ships. This edition of Tall Ships features vessels from ports around the world. Calendar is wall hanging, full color 13 1/4" x 20" open. Orders shipped after 10 Dec. 2016 can be priority shipped at $7.95. Please call for shipping charges for multiple or international orders.
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