White Marlin Open Watercolor Print | Ocean City Maryland Fishing Art

“Easterly Bound” captures one of those unforgettable moments familiar to offshore fishermen—the run toward open water at sunrise with rods rigged, the wake stretching behind the boat, and a full day of fishing ahead.

This fine-art reproduction is from my original ink-and-watercolor painting depicting the view from the stern of the Nauti Norwegian, a 61-foot charter fishing vessel based at the North Shore Marina at the Indian River Inlet in Delaware. The painting was inspired by a source photograph provided by our good friend Neal Dangello while fishing during the 2025 White Marlin Open.

First held in 1974, the White Marlin Open has grown into one of the world's premier offshore fishing tournaments and an annual Ocean City tradition. Each summer, boats and anglers gather in Ocean City to pursue white marlin, blue marlin, tuna and other offshore gamefish, creating one of the most exciting weeks of the year along the Maryland coast.

I wanted this painting to capture that feeling of anticipation at the beginning of an offshore fishing day—the rods silhouetted against the morning sky, the churn of the wake, and the first light breaking across the Atlantic.

For fishermen and Ocean City visitors alike, “Easterly Bound” represents more than a particular boat or tournament. It captures the experience of heading offshore before sunrise, when the ocean is ahead and anything can happen.

ABOUT THE PRINT

This listing features a fine-art reproduction of my original ink-and-watercolor painting.

My giclée paper prints are produced with premium archival inks on bright-white, acid-free, 300 gsm, 100% cotton rag paper, creating a richly detailed and vibrant reproduction of the original artwork.

Available formats include archival giclée paper prints and unframed, high-definition stretched canvas prints. Canvas prints are constructed on sturdy solid-wood stretcher frames and arrive ready to hang.

PRINTING AND SHIPPING

I personally print, ship, and hand-sign my giclée paper prints sized 13 × 19 inches and smaller from Delaware via USPS.

Larger paper prints and all canvas options are produced by my professional printing partner and may ship from Kentucky or California via FedEx.

Free shipping is included on all TonyMcKeeArt orders.

This Ocean City fishing watercolor makes a thoughtful gift for:

Offshore and sportfishing enthusiasts
White Marlin Open fans and participants
Ocean City, Maryland visitors
Charter boat fishermen and captains
Marlin and billfish anglers
Maryland coastal homeowners
Boat owners and saltwater fishermen
Anyone decorating a beach house, fishing room, home bar, office, or coastal home

Part of the Tony McKee Mid-Atlantic Landmarks Collection—celebrating the historic places, coastal towns, and maritime heritage of Delaware, Maryland, Baltimore, and the Chesapeake Bay.

Artwork © Tony McKee / TonyMcKeeArt. All rights reserved.