The Secret Life of Rock Pools

Shannon Bellamy

Autumn Art Program 2022 - Bellamy

Growing up on coastal Awabakal land, I’ve always held a strong affinity to my environment.

I seek inspiration and energy in nature and am a collector of things, often returning from a walk with pockets full of shells or leaves. Capturing the finer details that often go unnoticed, my work acts as a reminder of the incredible beauty that surrounds us daily.

The Secret Life of Rock Pools explores the mesmerising creatures and plants that live hidden in our intertidal zones. These tiny but complex watery worlds show magic and beauty to those willing to take a closer look. This body of work explores the ever-changing environment perched along our coastline; the calming nature and watery surfaces, and my favourite details uncovered along the shore. Using traditional watercolour techniques, fine liner pens and graphite, I capture the essence of some of nature’s most beautiful, and most simple subjects.

Share in my wonderment of rock pools and explore the delicate details of plants and creatures who call these miniature marine worlds home.

www.shanbellamy.com

For more information and sales, please contact the Art Program via email art@schf.org.au or call 1800 244 537.

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

The Lost Urchin (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Eight Armed Sea Star (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Scallop Shell (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Sea Sponge I (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Sea Sponge lI (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Petite Crab Claw (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Rock Pool (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Shells (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Pair of Oysters (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

The Collection II (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

The Collection I (2022)

The Secret Life of Rock Pools - Shannon Bellamy

Luminosity (2022)

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