Larry Ashe
“I am inspired by the water, the boats and the peacefulness.”

Best known for his boats; work boats, fishing boats, docks and sailing vessels ~ the flavor of the Chesapeake rings true in Larry Ashe’s paintings.

An old sea captain’s house on the Piankatank River is home and studio for Larry. The water inspires Larry to paint bouyboats, heron and traditionally constructed boathouses on the Bay.

Many of his paintings have his trademark black background; night views of familiar vessels resting in peace.

Gary Edmonson

New to the tour this year, Gary brings an ‘old master’ technique to contemporary subjects.

Using the light and dark contrasting technique called ‘chiaroscuro,’ Gary creates dimension in contemporary stylized boats and water scenes. He accents his monochrome canvases with a touch of red ~ applying the less is more principle with stunning effect.