Photographic Cods

Item Description

Title & Artist:  "Weekend Sailing" – by Peggy A. Farrell

Medium & Size:  Photograph affixed to wood.  21 7/8" L x 8 5/8" H x 3/4" D.  For indoor display only.

Artist Statement:  I am many a landscape, seascape photographer, and the North Shore area gives the photographer a wealth of opportunity to use the craft—whether it is getting up early to photograph the sun rising over our harbor or the changing colors of the fall. No matter the time, day of week, or season, I enjoy trying to capture that one moment in time with my camera.

Artist Biography:  I was born in Cold Springs on the Hudson, NY, and raised in Manhattan, and lived in several states before moving to Marblehead. An early retirement prompted me to start a new career as an aspiring artist. While taking art lessons, I met Bob Sinclair, an accomplished photographer, who re-animated my interest in photography. Bob introduced me to the world of thirds and composition, how to "create" a scene as opposed to just taking a photograph.

Now the main body of my work is landscape photography. No matter the weather, I'm outside trying to catch that perfect sunrise or storm cloud. Since my favorite scenes depict the ocean or coastal landscapes, living in Marblehead has only intensified my passion for outdoor photography.

I have exhibited in many North Shore and New Hampshire art shows and am the winner of several awards. I'm a past board member and treasurer of the Swampscott Arts Association and past board member of the Marblehead Festival of Arts, serving as Assistant Director of Exhibits. I am currently a member of the Swampscott Arts Association and a photographer member of the Marblehead Arts Association, Salem Arts Association, and Greater Lynn Photographic Association. My work can been found in many homes across the country and can be seen at Brush Strokes Studios and Gallery, the Marblehead Arts Association, and the Marblehead Festival of Arts.

Hosting Business:  "Weekend Sailing" is on display at Marblehead Sports Shop, 26 Hawkes St, Marblehead, MA.

Item Special Note

Pick-up of purchased cods will be on Tuesday evening, July 5. Winning bidder will receive a notification email with information on pick-up time and location.

If winning bidder requires shipping, winner's credit card will be charged a separate $24.95 fee to cover USPS ground and handling. Shipping is available within the U.S. only and must be requested within 7 days after receipt of the notification email.

Any cod purchased via "Buy Now" will remain on display at the hosting business through the end of the auction, and will be available for pick-up as detailed in the winning bidder notification email.

If winning bidder has not picked up cod (or provided shipping address) within 30 days after the close of the auction, cod will become the property of Marblehead Festival of Arts, Inc.

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