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The design is based on the shape of the Senatorial scallop found in the tropical waters of the pacific. Like the rings of a tree, one can determine the age of a scallop my counting the rings on its shell. Each ring represents one year of growth. The artist using this feature to add beautiful detail along with a deep aqua color to reflect its ocean habitat. Real capiz oyster shell adorns the exterior giving this piece a shimmer as if light were bouncing off its shell from under water. The basic frame of this piece is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. The front of the body is adorned with capiz. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz may come through as tans and browns underneath the hand-painted surface. -
The spiral, flat seashell shape is a familiar one, but few know what actually live inside. This shell belongs to a creature known as a nautilus. Related to octopus, this creature is mobile, able to jettison itself through the ocean with streams of water. The artist captures its classic shape and adds deep shades of sea blue. Capiz oyster shell adorns its exterior as if it were glistening under water. The basic frame of this piece is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. The front of the body is adorned with capiz. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz may come through as tans and browns underneath the hand-painted surface. -
The frame of the piece is an Emerald Crab, which are commonly found in tropical waters of the Caribbean Sea. The maritime blue colors reflect the waters of its natural habitat while exhibiting calm and cool colors. The artist also creates slight contrasts between the body of the crab using capiz oyster shells and the matted outer legs and pinchers. The body will reflect light making it seem bolder. The basic frame of this piece is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. The front of the body is adorned with capiz. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz may come through as tans and browns underneath the hand-painted surface. -
Sea turtles are among the most ancient species on this planet. Today there are seven species of sea turtle remaining that date back 110 million years, back to the age of the dinosaurs. This piece features the Loggerhead turtle, one of the most recognizable of all the sea. This creature is known for its scaled skin, which the artist carefully etches into the metal of the turtle's head and throughout the tips and edges of its body. The shell of the turtle glistens which the artist recreates using capiz shell. The focus of this awe-inspiring piece is the texture and size of sea turtles and the artist uses contrasting colors to underscore this fact. The basic frame of the turtle is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted keeping in mind the reflective qualities in the color of turtles. -
Sea turtles are among the most ancient species on this planet. Today there are seven species of sea turtle remaining that date back 110 million years, back to the age of the dinosaurs. This piece features the Loggerhead turtle, one of the most recognizable of all the sea. This creature is known for its scaled skin, which the artist carefully etches into the metal of the turtle's head and throughout the tips and edges of its body. The shell of the turtle glistens which the artist recreates using capiz shell. The focus of this awe-inspiring piece is the texture and size of sea turtles and the artist uses contrasting colors to underscore this fact. The basic frame of the turtle is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted keeping in mind the reflective qualities in the color of turtles. -
The Blue Tang is a member of a family of fish called durgeonfish. Covering a huge area, this animal can be fround from New York to Brazil. The word tang refers to sharp spines along each side which are said to resemble the scalpel of a surgeon. The artist captures the bright blues and stark blacks that make this species so recognizable and popular. The basic frame of the wall fish is created using tin, which is powder coated as a black finish. The frame is reinforced using wrought iron wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. -
As many things in nature, the Striped Angelfish changes as it matures. This is due to alterations in its multiple dermis layers. But few things in nature are a solid color, and the artist recognized that as well. Using different techniques, up close, one can see the different shades of blue. The scales of the Angelfish are enhanced by using capiz shell throughout the body of the fish, so when one hangs this fish up it will reflect and bounce the light in different ways. The basic frame of the wall fish is created using tin, which is powder coated as a black finish. The frame is reinforced using wrought iron wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz can come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. -
The seahorse has captured the minds and imaginations of people across all cultures for thousands of years. Seen as a symbol of good luck, strength and safety, this unique and beautiful animal is as charming as it is mysterious. The artist captures the beauty of the seahorse with a raised fine, high shine, hand-painted finish, and elegant mother of pearl chest and forefront. The basic frame of the Seahorse Wall Decoris created using tin, which is powder coated as a black finish. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz can come through as tans and browns. -
The seahorse has captured the minds and imaginations of people across all cultures for thousands of years. Seen as a symbol of good luck, strength and safety, this unique and beautiful animal is as charming as it is mysterious. The artist captures the beauty of the seahorse with a raised fine, high shine, hand-painted finish, and elegant mother of pearl chest and forefront. The basic frame of the wall seahorse is created using tin, which is powder coated as a black finish. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz can come through as tans and browns. -
As many things in nature, the Koran Angelfish changes as it matures. As a juvenile, it is known to have white semi-circle lines on a striking blue body. But few things in nature are a solid color, and the artist recognized that as well. Using different techniques, up close, one can see the different shades of blue. The scales of the Angelfish are enhanced by using capiz shell throughout the body of the fish, so when one hangs this fish up it will reflect and bounce the light in different ways. The basic frame of the wall fish is created using tin, which is powder coated as a black finish. The frame is reinforced using wrought iron wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz can come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. -
Sea turtles are among the most ancient species on this planet. Today there are seven species of sea turtle remaining that date back 110 million years, back to the age of the dinosaurs. This piece features the Loggerhead turtle, one of the most recognizable of all the sea. This creature is known for its scaled skin, which the artist carefully etches into the metal of the turtle's head and throughout the tips and edges of its body. The shell of the turtle glistens which the artist recreates using capiz shell. The focus of this awe-inspiring piece is the texture and size of sea turtles and the artist uses contrasting colors to underscore this fact. The basic frame of the turtle is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted keeping in mind the reflective qualities in the color of turtles. -
Sea turtles are among the most ancient species on this planet. Today there are seven species of sea turtle remaining that date back 110 million years, back to the age of the dinosaurs. This piece features the Loggerhead turtle, one of the most recognizable of all the sea. This creature is known for its scaled skin, which the artist carefully etches into the metal of the turtle's head and throughout the tips and edges of its body. The shell of the turtle glistens which the artist recreates using capiz shell. The focus of this awe-inspiring piece is the texture and size of sea turtles and the artist uses contrasting colors to underscore this fact. The basic frame of the turtle is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted keeping in mind the reflective qualities in the color of turtles.
