"The Boys on the Beach" captures a quiet yet powerful moment on the North Carolina coast, where wind-tossed American flags stand tall over three figures lingering at the water's edge. Painted by Tom Ward from a photograph taken by Mary Hahn Ward on July 4, 2017, at Kure Beach, this 16×20 oil painting evokes the enduring rhythm of waves, memory, and freedom. Tom's textured brushwork and soft coastal palette convey both the serenity of the sea and the strength of connection — between artist and muse, land and water, moment and meaning. It's a tribute to simple beauty, shared inspiration, and the timeless pull of the shoreline.
Please note: This listing is for the print only. Frame and mat are not included.
Print Options
8×10 Giclee Print — $150 (with Certificate of Authenticity)
A signed, numbered print accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity printed on Mary Hahn Ward's handmade paper — a cotton/linen blend.
8×10 Giclee Print — $ 40
The same museum-quality signed print, without the certificate. All the artistry, simply presented.
16×20 Giclee Print — $240 (with Certificate of Authenticity)
A larger signed, numbered print with a Certificate of Authenticity printed on Mary Hahn Ward's handmade paper. The certificate adds a tangible piece of the story behind the work.
16×20 Giclee Print — $100
The same museum-quality signed print, without the certificate. A straightforward way to bring this piece home.
Limited Edition details(Certificate of Authenticity editions only)
50 signed and numbered prints per size
Individually numbered in order received (1/50, 2/50, etc.)
Printed on acid-free Velvet Fine Art Paper
Each print is signed, dated, and numbered on the verso
About all prints: Produced by a local fine art scanning and printing studio specializing in museum-quality output and precise color-matching. The velvet paper surface is soft with a slight texture that enhances color depth and detail — archival quality built to last.
Original medium: Oil on canvas
Please allow 4–6 weeks from order to delivery. We appreciate your support of Tom's work and our small business.
"The Boys on the Beach" captures a quiet yet powerful moment on the North Carolina coast, where wind-tossed American flags stand tall over three figures lingering at the water's edge. Painted by Tom Ward from a photograph taken by Mary Hahn Ward on July 4, 2017, at Kure Beach, this 16×20 oil painting evokes the enduring rhythm of waves, memory, and freedom. Tom's textured brushwork and soft coastal palette convey both the serenity of the sea and the strength of connection — between artist and muse, land and water, moment and meaning. It's a tribute to simple beauty, shared inspiration, and the timeless pull of the shoreline.
Please note: This listing is for the print only. Frame and mat are not included.
Print Options
8×10 Giclee Print — $150 (with Certificate of Authenticity)
A signed, numbered print accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity printed on Mary Hahn Ward's handmade paper — a cotton/linen blend.
8×10 Giclee Print — $ 40
The same museum-quality signed print, without the certificate. All the artistry, simply presented.
16×20 Giclee Print — $240 (with Certificate of Authenticity)
A larger signed, numbered print with a Certificate of Authenticity printed on Mary Hahn Ward's handmade paper. The certificate adds a tangible piece of the story behind the work.
16×20 Giclee Print — $100
The same museum-quality signed print, without the certificate. A straightforward way to bring this piece home.
Limited Edition details(Certificate of Authenticity editions only)
50 signed and numbered prints per size
Individually numbered in order received (1/50, 2/50, etc.)
Printed on acid-free Velvet Fine Art Paper
Each print is signed, dated, and numbered on the verso
About all prints: Produced by a local fine art scanning and printing studio specializing in museum-quality output and precise color-matching. The velvet paper surface is soft with a slight texture that enhances color depth and detail — archival quality built to last.
Original medium: Oil on canvas
Please allow 4–6 weeks from order to delivery. We appreciate your support of Tom's work and our small business.
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