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Hello! I’m C.E. Grundler, a self-taught professional artist/former dockmaster/boatyard manager, living year-round in Cape Cod with two blind dogs and a three-legged cat. Skip the usual art-bio clichés about inspiration and symbolism — my path came from boats, not art schools. I grew up on the water, sailed for years, restored boats, all the while putting it down on paper and canvas. That turned into a career. Today I paint what I love: boats, old trucks, dogs, trains, and occasionally a cephalopod for good measure. It’s straightforward and fun, and that’s the point. My goal in life is not to take art too seriously.

I'm incredibly grateful to live in such a tight-knit community that cherishes its connection to nature and the ocean. To me, art should be more than just visually pleasing—it should make a difference. Over the past year, I’ve used my art to raise over $8,000 for local nonprofits, including the MSPCA, Cape Cod Maritime Museum, Cape Symphony, West Dennis Public Library, and Mill River Animal Sanctuary. I’m excited to continue contributing to these causes and more. When I'm not painting, I can usually be found fishing, working on my boat, or gardening.

I offer fine art prints and also create custom-commissioned original paintings. Contact me for more information.
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