Things I learned while converting our workshop into a store front. This is not really a do’s and don’ts of steps to follow when trying to open a brick and mortar location. By all means this is a brand new thing to us and some of the paint hasn’t even dried on our walls yet… […]
Check it out friends! My newest White Marlin is finished and up on the website. The 2023 Mid-Atlantic Fishing Tournament inspired this piece in beautiful Cape May, NJ. I was commissioned to be the featured shirt artist for this year’s tournament hosted by South Jersey Tournaments. Once I had finished painting the original, Rob and […]
Limited edition artwork has captivated art enthusiasts and collectors for years, drawing them in with its exclusivity and unique allure. These meticulously crafted pieces, produced in limited quantities, possess a special charm that sets them apart from mass-produced art. In this instance, Eddie has poured himself into creating his Limited Edition “Blue Water Sail”. A […]
It’s that time of year again, and mini-season is rapidly approaching! The Lobster Mini Season occurs on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July each year. Divers and boaters alike will be flocking to the ever-blue waters of the Florida Keys, looking to limit out on spiny lobster tails. For us, it’s always been […]
Another year and another successful Big Dog Fat Cat KDW Shootout! The 2023 was quite the fishing tournament, with over 200 boats registered and competing in different categories, including Biggest fish, most fish caught, largest Wahoo, etc. This year included one of the largest Wahoo I have ever seen in my life, weighing in at […]
Did you know that Eddie Forbes Art is the featured trophy artist for the Pompano Beach Saltwater Circuit? After years of focusing on the wholesale side of the business, I decided it was time to return to some things that I love. It was time to get more involved with the local fishing chapters and […]
Nautical Chart art is a popular work style in our catalog at Eddie Forbes Art. Customers often ask me about my process for laying out new artwork on our nautical chart pieces. Once I finish a new painting, I take a high-resolution scan of the artwork. From there, I cut out the elements of the […]
Our path towards making unique, custom, coastal furniture started a few years back when I wanted a bar for my home that I could also use when traveling to trade shows and events. I only had a little space available at the house and no shortage of tequila and rum bottles to store. After a […]
I love coming down to Marathon, especially for fun events like the Seafood Festival. Marathon is a lovely place in the Florida Keys with wonderful people. I recently heard about the Marathon Premier Sailfish Tournament non-profit organization. As I learned about their cause, I was intrigued. They started a much-needed Sailfish tournament in Marathon with […]
As the South Florida show season draws to an end, it brings a sense of relief from the hustle and bustle of activity and a deep sense of gratitude for all the great people who come to each show, supporting our efforts year after year. The pandemic had halted these shows and festivals for two […]
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