Pelican's Foot Shell - original handmade woodblock print

Name: Pelican's Foot Shell - original handmade woodblock print
Brand: Claire Cameron-Smith Prints
Price: 75.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£75.00 GBP

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This small shell print invites a closer look.

The design is based on a pelican’s foot shell from a local beach here in Dumfries and Galloway. When I lived a few minutes from the shoreline, I often found these unusual shaped shells - in a beautiful range of blue-grey colours. I think their sculptural form gives them such character, and this print is a miniature celebration of these special beach treasures.

I've printed from woodblocks and sandpaper to build the layers in this print, carving into the cherrywood to represent the intricate detail of the structure. The small size of the print replicates the actual scale of the shell, inviting closer inspection, as the shells do themselves when spotted on the beach.

What makes this one special?

Hand-printed from carved cherry wood blocks, with each colour built up in layers
Printed as an open edition on smooth ivory Zerkall paper, signed and numbered in pencil
Presented in a 10" × 10" double bevel-cut mount, ready to frame
Inspired by the beaches of Dumfries and Galloway — a small coastal keepsake for visitors and locals alike

Further Details

Is this an original, or a reproduction print?

This is a hand-made woodblock print, meticulously crafted by me in my Kirkcudbright studio. I hand carved the design into a cherry wood block and printed from it onto smooth, creamy Zerkall paper with archival pigment inks to create this keepsake artwork - make it yours to treasure for years to come.

How big is it?

If you're buying an unframed print the size refers to the overall size of the mount.

If you're choosing a framed print, the size refers to the overall frame size.

What type of paper is it printed on?

The paper for this print is Zerkall printmaking paper - a smooth paper with a warm, creamy tone. The inks are water-based pigment inks of archival quality for longevity.

Does it come with the mount?

Yes! The double bevel-cut mount is included in both the unframed and framed versions.

How is it packed for posting?

Unframed prints are sent in a protective sleeve within a rigid cardboard mailing envelope.

Framed prints are packaged with protective bubble and/or cardboard for safe transit.

Is the packaging eco friendly?

All packaging is as environmentally friendly as possible, and can be reused or recycled.

What are the delivery costs and timescales?

No extra shipping costs are added at check out - the price you see is the price you pay! Hand-made prints are created, mounted and framed in my studio. For unframed pieces, the delivery time is generally within 1 week as these are usually in stock, ready to send out to you. Please note that framed versions may not be immediately available, so could take upto 2-3 weeks to arrive. I will be in touch to advise of a delivery timescale once you've placed your order.