Charles Movalli (1945-2016) Gloucester, Massachusetts

Painter, educator, and writer, Charles Movalli was widely recognized for his seascapes and landscapes, earning awards from the Salmagundi Club, North Shore Arts Association, Rockport Art Association, Hudson Valley Art Association, and Academic Artists.

A prolific instructor and author, Movalli contributed over 50 articles to American Artist Magazine and edited several influential painting guides, including How to Paint Successful Seascapes and Color in Outdoor Painting. He conducted workshops nationwide, shaping generations of both professional and amateur artists, and is remembered as a highly influential figure in American art education.