Paul Beebe


    Paul Beebe of South Windsor, Ct. has been painting since age 15. He is a graduate of Southern Ct. State College with a degree in Graphic Design. Paul found himself drawn to marine subjects after his first visit to the island of Martha’s Vineyard 24 years ago. He became inspired by its rich maritime history and a great supply of subject matter in which he could express himself. He began to render the historic schooners, elegant racing yachts and whaling ships that regularly cruised island waters. His interest in naval history has also led him to paint several ships of the U.S. Navy.
     Starting with a preliminary value sketch, Paul develops his paintings using multiple layers of color from a limited palette. His finished Paintings are highly expressive works that often feature the luminous skies and muted colors that define his subject in different atmospheric conditions, Usually very early morning or late afternoon and evening.
    Paul is a member of the Martha’s Vineyard Art Association as well as the Hamden Arts League. Paul most recently won an award for best Landscape at the Hamden Arts League’s Golden Bells Art Show.  He also has been featured in Waterways, and A Gathering of Marine Masters at the Art of the Sea Gallery in South Thomaston, Maine. He won first place in the 2011 Oil Painting category and first place in the Watercolor category in 2010 at the All Island Art Show on Martha’s Vineyard. He is a core artist at the Maritime Gallery at Mystic Sea Port, and has exhibited his work at the Annual International Marine Art Exhibition for the last three years.