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"Recreating the Age of Fighting Sail" O’Brien discussed the thorough research that goes into his paintings — from reading old journals of sailors and admirals, to studying antique charts and sailing manuals. He talked about his study of Baltimore clippers and his investigations of historic Annapolis. He discussed how he brings this historical information to life on the canvas, including the step-by-step process of recreating the Battle of the Chesapeake Bay. O’Brien brought some of his original paintings for closer examination. |
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