ABOUT THE ARTIST

TOM GOODWIN grew up literally a few feet from the ocean, which to him was playground, teacher, and inspiration for his life's passions. As the infant son of Dorothy B. Thompson, married to Key West-based Coast Guard officer Thomas, Sr., Tommy's earliest days were spent in the Hemmingway home. His godmother, Pauline Hemmingway, was very keen on enabling the young family to remain together during his father's enlistment.

By the age of 17, he was earning a living from his watercolors. A self-taught artist, musician, and boatbuilder, Tom's gift is reflected in his land and sea scapes, which capture the dynamics of the ever-moving forces of nature. His wide recognition was gained from his personal art exhibits over the years, and some of his work has appeared in the "Featured Artist" articles in SOUTHERN BOATING magazine.

The charm of local dwellings and the charismatic attitude of fishermen and their sailing vessels are no strangers to him as his home is Nassau, Bahamas, where he is continuously inspired by the natural beauty and bright colors that create his world.