Founded 1939 · Royal status 1966

Art inspired by the sea

The Royal Society of Marine Artists celebrates the sea and tidal waters through painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture.

The Society

A living tradition of marine art

From working harbours and commercial shipping to sailing, wildlife and the changing coastline, RSMA artists interpret the maritime world in all its variety.

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Our artists

Meet the members

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Marine artwork

Tony Allain

RSMA PS

Marine artwork

Geoff Hunt

PPRSMA

Marine artwork

Mark Myers

PPRSMA F/ASMA

Annual Exhibition

RSMA Annual Exhibition 2026

16–26 September 2026 · Mall Galleries, London

Explore the 2026 exhibition archive, its award-winning artists and the Society’s annual programme.

Marine painting of a sailing ship and steam vessel — temporary exhibition artwork
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Our artists

Browse members and their work.

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Our history

Explore the Society since 1939.

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Becoming a member

Learn about membership and election.

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Submit work

Enter the Annual Exhibition.

Prizes & awards

Recognising excellence in marine art

News & events

From the Society

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Marine artwork

Event

Artist demonstrations during the Annual Exhibition

Meet RSMA members and see their working methods in the gallery.

Marine artwork

Exhibition

Submit work to the Annual Exhibition

Information for artists wishing to exhibit with the Society.

Coastal artwork

Society

Marine art in all its forms

Discover the breadth of subjects and media represented by RSMA artists.