The Chronicle of the Waves: The Life and Art of Alexander Harwood Alexander Harwood, also known as David Michael Harwood, is a contemporary artist whose work resonates deeply with maritime history and the evocative power of the sea. While biographical details remain somewhat elusive – a deliberate choice perhaps, allowing his art to speak for itself – Harwood’s paintings offer a compelling narrative of a life intimately connected to the North Sea fishing industry and the vessels that braved its often-turbulent waters. He isn't merely documenting ships; he is capturing a fading way of life, p…