Inspiration

This is a commissioned piece I recently finished. It found a cozy little home above our fireplace in the living room and I have to say - I'm going to miss it...

I was inspired by this seashell. It sat in my studio next to my paints and I constantly looked at it while painting. See the resemblance? My client really liked my painting Fading, which will be in the school auction (anyone, anyone?),  so I guess it was an inspiration as well. 

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