Charles W. Stockbridge
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Charles Stockbridge with his portrait of Jan Vermeer which took 1st place. It is 5x7 oil on copper panel with a substrate of gold leaf. The 17th c. Delft artists used this technique. There are no known images of Vermeer other than his backside at the easel. This image is a composite research of 17th century men and Vermeer's partial self image.
Charlie Stockbridge, the artist and Free Mason with ŔW. Arnie Johnson. June 2021
About Charles W. Stockbridge
Charles W. Stockbridge is a marine artist, currently residing in Mattapoisett, MA., formerly of Scituate, MA. He is a self taught artist and is classically trained as a student of history and antiquity.
His inspirations are the American Hudson River School and Luminist painters of the century. Artists, Martin Johnson Heade, Fitz Henry Lane and Mauritz Frederick DeHaas 19th speak to him and their work helps guide his independent style. Contemporary masters, William Davis and Sergio Roffo also influence his work and Charles has had the honor to paint with both artists.
Charles’ representational work covers historical scenes, the study and recreation of harbor portraits and sailing craft. His contemporary paintings focus on waterfront, beachfront and classic catboats, sloops and working craft of the New England waters. He enjoys painting Cape Cod & the Islands, Maine and Coastal Massachusetts scenes. Utilizing a traditional palette,
Charles endeavors to create luminous skies and the sublime poetry of God’s work. Charles Stockbridge is the past president of the Scituate Arts Association, former director of the Front Street Art Gallery. His work is on continuous exhibition at the Front Street Gallery, Gallery 333 in North Falmouth and Plymouth Guild/Russell Gallery. He has received honors from various art associations and shows. Best representational painting, Plymouth 42nd Show, American Society of Marine Artists New England museum tour and member and recently top honor at the Pembroke Arts Festival as well as various juries. His work is held in collections in North America and Europe.
Charlie resides with his wife Nina and family. Charles can be contacted via email at carolus212@yahoo.com or by phone at 508-758-8533.
Charles Stockbridge and nationally recognized artist Bill Davis
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