Seashell Canvas
by iniyaal
Seashells are one of nature’s most fascinating creations. Their colours, sizes, shapes and textures are so perfect that every shell is a piece of art, exquisitely perfect in all details.
The simple fact that these beauties were created by marine invertebrates is another proof of the artistic power nature has bestowed on every creature.
I am finding out new ways to appreciate sea shells… Some time before I chanced upon a painting done on seashell. This inspired me… and here is my attempt at the same.
I painted on the seashell, created a ceramic ‘sea’ base and mounted the shell on it.
A sea shell painting featured in Completely Coastal inspired me to do this painting. It featured a Quahog shell with a coastal sketch and nautical quote.
Completely Coastal is a blog dedicated to sea-side living. It has so many beautiful craft and art works based on sea and coastal living. Thank you Completely Coastal for the inspiring DIY posts 
p.s… This post is featured at Complately Coastal. I am very happy as this is the first time my blog is featured. Please click here to view it.
Iniyaal, thanks so much for the mention! I would love to show your painted shell on Completely Coastal, I would need larger images though, and perhaps one image that also shows the shell just sitting by itself. If you’d like you can email me the pictures.
Thanks again!!!!
Maya
nice post dear…i am a total shell collector myself
As they say, “God is the best artist and a lifetime won’t suffice to appreciate the wonders he created.”
@ Maya
Thank you… I ahve sent you an email with pictures.
@ Sudha
Would love to see your shell collection. I am sure it would make a beautiful display in your home.
@ rav
True… There is always something neew to enjoy, to appreciate and to learn from.
hey congratulations,so the painting will be there in the completely coastal site ?..let us know when it is up there…
Never paid attention to the seashells…what a dumbo am,thank you for instilling the awareness…you are very inspiring…
This post is featured on Completely Coastal
Click here to go to Maya’s post on Completely Coastal.
I love shells too – I bought the prettiest one in the South of France, but gave it to a friend. I think of that shell often. I have a lot of reading to do here on your blog. I love India – I’ve never been, but it’s seems to very magical to me. What different lives we live!
What a nice idea, it could make a great project for older kids during a rainy day at the seashore as well. I am entranced by shells…
@ JustAroundMe
I will let you know.
Thank you
@ Heather
Welcome. True. We do lead different lives. This is was exactly what got me to like your blog immensely
Do have a look around, especially the posts tagged ‘village’ I think they might be of interest to you.
@ Pied Crow
That is a good idea… it will be a good project for kids.
very creative and something different! i used to collect a lot when i was small
Thank you
Me too… size of our seashell collections was a matter of pride when we were kids.
I love your quote and I love your artwork on your shells. I found you through Completely Coastal and I blog about shells and shelling every day on Sanibel Island. So, I’d love to share this too! Your photos are gorgeous.
Hi Pam, thank you stopping by, and for your encouraging words. Your blog is beautiful.. I am amazed at the different sea-shell finds you write about.
Just a look at one of the sea shell finds in your blog and I am tempted to think about shelling and planning for another trip to the beach side.
About sharing it… If you meant sharing my work on your blog, please do so. I would be happy and honoured…
If it is about the passion we share for shelling and shells, that too gives me immense happiness
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