Living near the beach in North Carolina, I can’t help but love anything…okay, EVERYTHING coastal related. Seashells, sand, flip-flops, etc… One of my favorite “things” is just enjoying all of the beautiful, funny little shorebirds. They are an endless source of inspiration and always a favorite subject to paint.
Today I thought I would share some favorite shorebird collectibles and artwork that also inspire me. I love wooden birds of all shapes and sizes…the faces just have to have some personality like these:
Wooden seabirds of all shapes and sizes
This one was an unusual find – a vintage family of seagulls perched on driftwood.
Seagull Family
The BABIES!
Metal shorebirds are also a favorite!
A painted brass pelican...just so cute!
Pewter pelican on marble
All of these shorebirds were found at vintage and thrift stores, but perhaps one of my favorites, is this original watercolor by artist Eryn Plimper.
As I said, I love coastal birds so much that I have to paint them too! Here are some of mine featured on products by Cape Shore…keep an eye out for them in coastal gift shops throughout the country if you make that one last trip to the beach.
Kate McRostie for Cape Shore mug
Kate McRostie for Cape Shore notecards
Kate McRostie for Cape Shore notepads
I think I might try to head off to the beach just one more time! The kids start back to school on Wednesday!
