Fine Arts

This Artist Brings Yacht Racing History to Life

Shane Couch’s meticulously researched oil paintings reflect his lifelong love of sailing and naval history.
This Artist Brings Yacht Racing History to Life
Maritime artist Shane Couch in his studio with his award-winning painting, “Spinnakers to Starboard J Class Long Island Sound 1930.” The painting won Best in Show at The American Society of Marine Artists Awards 2024. Courtesy of Shane Couch
Lorraine Ferrier
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British artist Shane Couch reflects his lifelong love of the sea in blue-sky history paintings of classic yacht races. “More than documenting history, I’m trying to make it real again,” he told The Epoch Times. That means meticulously painting maritime history, commonly known as marine history, including its emotions, power, and joy. 
Recently, The American Society of Marine Artists Awards 2024 presented Couch with the “Best in Show” award for “Spinnakers to Starboard J Class Long Island Sound 1930.”  
Lorraine Ferrier
Lorraine Ferrier
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Lorraine Ferrier writes about fine arts and craftsmanship for The Epoch Times. She focuses on artists and artisans, primarily in North America and Europe, who imbue their works with beauty and traditional values. She's especially interested in giving a voice to the rare and lesser-known arts and crafts, in the hope that we can preserve our traditional art heritage. She lives and writes in a London suburb, in England.