We're proud to share that RJ Boyle's acrylic painting "Turbulent" was selected for Marlin Magazine's 2016 Offshore-Inspired Art Gallery — a curated showcase of the finest marine and offshore artwork from artists around the world.
Each year, Marlin Magazine — the world's leading publication for offshore sportfishing — invites top marine artists to submit their best offshore-inspired work. The 2016 gallery featured a hand-picked selection of paintings, sculptures, and illustrations celebrating the beauty and power of life on the open ocean. "Turbulent" was chosen to stand among the best, representing the raw energy of the sea that RJ knows firsthand.
About "Turbulent"
Created in acrylic on canvas at a commanding 120×48 inches, "Turbulent" captures the raw power of the ocean when conditions turn challenging — rough, churning seas filled with whitecaps as storm energy moves through the offshore fishing grounds. The large-scale format immerses the viewer in the drama of the open water, a scene familiar to any angler who has held course when the weather turns. Prints of the original are available in the RJ Boyle Art shop.
Art Born on the Water
What sets RJ Boyle apart from many marine artists is that he doesn't just paint the ocean — he lives it. As the owner of RJ Boyle Studio in Lighthouse Point, Florida, and a pioneering figure in daytime swordfishing, RJ brings decades of real offshore experience to every piece he creates. His artwork captures moments that only someone who has spent thousands of hours on the water can truly understand — the tension of a tight line, the explosion of a billfish breaking the surface, and the quiet beauty of the deep blue.
Being featured in Marlin Magazine's Offshore-Inspired Art Gallery — alongside some of the most talented marine artists working today — is an honor that reflects RJ's commitment to capturing the spirit of the ocean through art.
Read the full feature: Marlin Magazine – 2016 Offshore-Inspired Art Gallery
Shop the full collection: Browse all RJ Boyle marine art prints
