Carrie Goller has given charming shells from the sea new purpose as art.

These beautiful and delicate shells have been collected from along Washington state's beautiful Hood Canal where the artist and her studio reside. They have been lovingly transformed into unique ornament art. Each piece is handmade and consists of seashells, fine papers (often using the artist's own creature and nature paintings), which are hand-applied and coated multiple times with medium. The finishing touch is a fine edging in liquid 18k gold or silver leaf. These really must be seen in person to fully appreciate the look and feel, which is truly unique, although close to that of fine ceramics.

MY PROCESS
This shell art is hand-crafted with a fine level of detail from cleaning, to applying images, and trim. Fine paper imagery is selected and carefully set on a base of medium and then sealed with multiple layers of medium to impart a refined porcelain feel and look. The delicate liquid 18k gold or silver leaf edging is a beautiful finishing touch. The back of each shell is left in its natural and beautiful condition. They are thoroughly cleaned beforehand.

CUSTOM ORDERS
Yes, I happily create custom orders! Just inquire via email ([email protected]) or phone (360-779-2388) and we can discuss your project. Because of the extra time and work involved in custom creations there is a 20% markup fee.

SHIPPING
US Shipping is $5 (charge appears at checkout). If outside US - please contact us at 360-779-2388 or email [email protected]. Items usually ship out within 1-4 business days and are packaged and ready for use or gifting. *Request a gift note or Artist's own high quality 5x7 greeting card ($6) to be sent along and it will be shipped direct with no receipt included.

ETHICALLY SOURCED
Shells that have washed up on our beaches naturally are all I use. They are unoccupied, as I would never harm any creatures to obtain their shells.Each shell is unique and was once home to a small creature. Imperfection in the shells are reminders of the creature's journey from sea to you. Some of the images are examples of patterns only. Your particular shell art jewelry will be one-of-a-kind and no other will look quite exactly like yours

.CARE & CLEANING
These beautifully delicate shells are waterproof, but it is recommended that they not be immersed in water. Gentle cleaning with a damp cloth or sponge works well.

THANK YOU!
I hope you will enjoy your Seashell pieces as much as I have enjoyed creating it for you!

Carrie Goller