Tournaments

Marine art and sport-fishing tournaments go hand in hand. Because of the quality of individual that big-game events attract, tournament directors often seek work from the sport’s top artists to use as trophies, auction items, and in a host of promotional and marketing materials.

During the past decade, few artists have captured the tournament scene more completely than Steve Goione. A regular at sport-fishing competitions from Martha’s Vineyard to the Outer Banks, from Florida to the Bahamas, Steve has served as the featured artists for a "who’s who" of prestigious events. In many cases, the tournament organizers invite Steve to attend the event to sign apparel and posters, and to present his commissioned originals as one-of-a-kind, personalized awards.

"Steve has been great for us," says Dan Jacobs, tournament director for the Bermuda Big Game Classic. "The original he provided for us captured the spirit of our event and the color of Bermuda so well that we plan on using is as a centerpiece for all our branding efforts – hats, shirts, awards, print marketing, the works."

Whether you are a tournament director who needs awards for participants, an original to use as a first place trophy, or a complete marketing identity, Steve can help. Contact him directly to discuss your vision and marketing expectations.

"Steve Goione is not only an accomplished Marine artist but he is also an integral part of our tournament family. Everyone that comes into contact with him, tournament committee members, anglers and crew, have a genuine fondness for his sincerity, dedication and sense of humor."

Raul Miranda - Bahamas Wahoo Championship Founder

"As we prepare for the 2nd annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament, we are always looking for ways to add some extra "class" to our event. The idea of bringing Steve Goione on board as our "official artist" for 2005, was very well received by the entire board of directors as a way to add that "class" to our tournament. We are truly excited to finally have this opportunity to work directly with someone that we consider to be a celebrity in the sport-fishing community! "

Paula Owen - Tournament Director, Va. Beach Billfish Tournament

"Ours is a relationship business. The owners who make up the Hatteras family are discriminating individuals who appreciate and value a 'touch of class'. Steve's association with Hatteras and our owners has enhanced the distinction for which we're noted. His friendship and the Hatteras inspired art which he produces have become valued assets for all of us."

Bill Naumann - President/CEO of Hatteras Yachts

"....Steve Goione is now "the man" when it comes to marine art. He supplied our event with an original piece, which included our target species, encircling me in my uniform. It is beautiful, it became our event logo, and the original now hangs proudly on my office wall. In addition to being a truly gifted artist, Steve Goione is a wonderful guy, and a pleasure to work with"

Mike Schmidt - Mike Schmidt Winners Circle Offshore Invitational

" The Pirates Cove Big Game Tournaments wouldn't be the same without the input, advice and commitment, of our official Tournament Artist, Steve Goione

Steve has graciously supplied an original design as the theme of our annual events. Steve's work has graced the cover of our tournament magazine every year since 1994, and his presence at the annual Pirates Cove Billfish Tournament is invaluable.

Steve 's artwork for the Pirates Cove Big Game Tournaments tells a story every year. His passion and artistic abilities are evidenced in the re-telling of the battles of our tournament winners."

Heather Maxwell - Pirates Cove Big Game Tournaments

"Steve and I have worked together at the Bacardi Rum Billfish Tournament for over 10 years. Steve has been an asset to the tournament in that his illustrations featured each year in the programs, posters, promotional materials, and tee shirts have always stood out, and helped to make the Bacardi the unique event which it is.

Having Steve present at the tournament is always one of the highlights of the event, and his original works of art in progress which we commission as the first place awards, are trophies which are treasured by the recipients.

Our business association has progressed beyond the Bacardi Billfish Tournament, and Steve is now a member of the Organizing Committee for the Bahamas Wahoo Championship."

Raul Miranda - Bacardi Rum Billfish Tournament/ Bahamas Wahoo Championship

"It was an honor to work with Steve on this project. His artwork lends a special meaning to our tournament, and we look forward to working with him for many years to come. It was important to Steve that our original watercolor be representative of Cape May County.

We were thrilled with his interpretation, and encourage all of our contestants to further seek out Steve's work"

Diane Wieland - Cape May County Dept. of Tourism

"Being new to the tournament circuit, and the Billfish Blast, Steve simplified my introduction with his professionalism, and friendship. The first time I met him, I was immediately drawn to Steve's willingness to help make the tournament better than ever.

Steve's artwork is an important part of our awards ceremony, and greatly appreciated by the winners.

Steve is a first class artist with a beautiful mind - both of which translate into a fine gentleman, and friend."

Laurie Ciecierski - Marketing, and P.R. Director HMY yacht Sales