Royal Society of Marine Artists | Events Programme 2025

The Royal Society of Marine Artists presents a series of special events to complement the RSMA Annual Exhibition 2025:

Wednesday 17 September, 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm

A marine artist producing work with a difference, Jamie Medlin is a very proud Cornishman with a passion for his county and all the wonderful views and scenes within it.

Watch Medlin as he works on a small painting of a Falmouth working boat, showing answers to the often-asked questions, How do you do the rigging and lining in, etc? How do you build up seas?

Medlin says, 'My simple aim is to do justice to the beauty which has inspired people forever and continues to bring people back to visit (who are not lucky enough to live here), year after year. I'm fascinated by the nuances of light, from minute to minute; affected by the time of day, weather conditions, seasons and tides. The combination of these factors create an infinite possibility of scenes and moods, all of which can be pleasing to the viewer. Cornwall's beauty is unquestionably stunning. If I can replicate it, my job is almost done...'

Thursday 18 September, 11am to 1pm

Andrew Hird will paint a coastal scene from the Island in oils using location studies, plus a mix of sketch and photo references. Join to watch and ask questions about the artist's working process, materials, and more.

Thursday 18 September, 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm

Roger Dellar will demonstrate in his usual relaxed way, taking current marine subjects and explaining the process, inviting the audience to ask questions. He will demonstrate working with watercolour and white gouache (from 11am to 1pm), then an alla prima approach in oils (from 2pm to 4pm).

Thursday 18 September, 2pm to 4pm

Srirangam Mohankumar's specialisation is watercolour painting. Mohankumar uses a direct technique which has been compared to that of Winslow Homer. His choice of subject matter is varied and includes the international locations in which he has observed light, colour and movement.

He says, 'The inspiration to paint marine subjects comes from doing thumbnail sketches and recording direct observation of light, form and shape relating to marine themes; it could be a boat yard, harbour scene, sailing yacht by an estuary, etc.'

Friday 19 September, 11am to 1pm

Robbie Murdoch will be working on a preliminary sketch started whilst on holiday in Greece with the aid of some photos of a marine subject.

Murdoch's objective is to reveal the beauty and atmosphere of a subject by paying particular attention to the light and composition.

Wednesday 24 September, 11am to 1pm

Craig Lee will be demonstrating his approach to painting a harbour scene in oils. 'You’re warmly welcome to stop by and say hello,' says Lee, 'or sit and observe. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.'

'I’m a self-taught artist that loves to paint both in the studio and outdoors, using oil paint to capture feeling and a sense of place. I find much of my inspiration from life’s everyday moments that pass us by' - Craig Lee

(Banner image) Andrew Hird at work; (top) Jamie Medlin, Andrew Hird, and Roger Dellar; (bottom) Srirangam Mohankumar, Robbie Murdoch, and Craig Lee