Purple Oyster Shell

© Kristine Kainer 2014

6x6

Oil on Canvas
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This is a special oyster shell for an obvious reason:  the smooth inner shell (also known as the Mother of Pearl or nacre) is mostly purple.  Nature is full of surprises.  One just needs to pay attention....

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Miniature Painting/Art Card #13 - Mussel Shell

Mussel Shell

Acrylic on Bristol Series 300

3.5 x 2.5

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I am craving some fresh mussels.  Alas, the Gulf of Mexico does not provide these tasty mollusks.  Thus, I must either relish the memories of my life back East or buy frozen mussels in a grocery store.  I prefer the former....

Clam Shell No. 4

Friday, November 9, 2012

KRISTINE KAINER: Clam Shell No. 4

Oil on gallery-wrapped canvas

10x10x1-3/8

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Imagine digging for clams in the surf with your tootsies; then prying them open with your handy dandy knife to enjoy the salty, delectable morsel within. In memory of clams on the half shell!

Oyster with Lemon

Oil on Canvas Panel, 6x6--SOLD

We are now the proud owners of a gallon of freshly shucked oysters from the Gulf of Mexico. Needless to say, I've been snacking on them throughout the day (covered in horseradish). Slurp, slurp!

Empty Clam Shell, No. 4

Acrylic, 6x6--Bid on eBay

After tossing several irreparable paintings that just didn't meet my personal standards, I finally used one of my "tried and true" subjects: a clam. Note: If you look at the previous ones, you'll note that I am still fussing with backgrounds. I think this is the prettiest yet....