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The Gallery: Marine art more than trap for tourists

Published 10/05/08

Boat show time! We all know what it brings for the townies, but even if Annapolis is full of people, traffic and mayhem, roll with it. It really is a matter of attitude and strategy.

"Off the Carolinas" by Willard Bond, watercolor, is on view at Annapolis Marine Art Gallery.
A selection of artists' work featured at area galleries this month.
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I'll be the first to tell you that I have no sea legs whatsoever. But there is no denying the excitement brought on by these sail and power vessels with flags flapping around their halyards and railings, their shiny hulls, the rich color of their teak decks and the reflection of polished brass or chrome.

Yes, Annapolis is a seaport town and yes, it has lots of themed photos, jewelry, paintings, ceramic vessels and knickknacks. While this could...

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