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Border Collies painted on clam (OOAK/HP)

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:26:33 -0500

$17.00
It looks to me like a typical two-dog household, with the younger dog being a little wild and the older dog rolling his eyes at the teenager. These Border Collies are painted on an Atlantic Clam with a red tint. Mostly smooth with good border. Chip missing on left side. Large. Size: 13,9 x 10.3 cm.

*One of the corners has a crack, as shown in photo. However the shell feels very sturdy in place and as long as the shell is handled gently and not allowed any impacts it should stay in perfect shape. I'm giving a small discount on account of the crack. If it does ever meet the floor by accident and that corner falls off, krazyglue can help!

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Australian Shepherd painted on a clam (OOAK, HP)

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:39:58 -0500

$15.00
This liver and tan Australian Shepherd has just come out of the grooming shop from a nice trim up. She's got a lovely lavender bandana!

She is painted on an Atlantic clam with reddish tint. Slightly chipped edge. Medium. Size: 11 x 7.8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

English Setter painted on a clam

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:39:58 -0500

$13.00
English Setters have such thoughtful looking faces, don't they? Those pretty red freckles add a touch of "silly" to an otherwise very serious face!

This English Setter is painted on a hard shell clam, a very sturdy, thick and textured clam. Size small, 8.5 x 7 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Westie painted on clam

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:39:58 -0500

$12.00
Westies always have such fiery expressions. This shaggy guy is no exception :P This West Highland White Terrier is painted on a white Atlantic Clam with a slight brown border and some grooves on the right side. Slightly uneven edge on the right. Size: 10.5 x 6.9 cm, Small-Medium

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Chinese Crested hairless on a shell, with microbeads (OOAK, HP)

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:39:57 -0500

$16.00
Even though this Chinese Crested is the "hairless" variety, the hair that she does have is long, flowing and silky. She knows how to show off her feminine side. She is painted on an Atlantic clam with a heavy red tint and a fairly rough surface. Decorated with lavender microbeads. Size: medium, 10.7 x 8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Shih Tzu in full coat painted on a shell (OOAK, HP)

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:39:57 -0500

$10.00
This red Shih Tzu has spent hours preparing his coat. He looks ready for the show ring. He doesn't look too crazy about that red bow! He is painted on a small red tinted hard shell clam. Perfect edges. Size: 7 x 5.8 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Dachshund pair painted on a shell (OOAK, HP)

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:59 -0500

$18.00
These two black and tan doxies look like clever little guys. They are painted on an Atlantic clam with a slight red tint and a slightly visible border. Almost perfect edge. Deep groove on the bottom of shell, doesn't distort the image at all. Medium-Large. Size: 12.5 x 9.1 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

English Pointer painted on clam

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:59 -0500

$15.00
This English Pointer is having a stoic moment, taking that moment to appreciate his master. What a lovely, loyal look he has on his face!

This pointer is painted on an Atlantic clam with a slight red tint and a pretty smooth edge. Size: medium, 11.6 x 8 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Dalmatian painted on a clam shell

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:19:41 -0500

$15.00
This Dalmation is intently gazing at something. Maybe a squirrel or a treat in his owner's hand. Dalmations are more known for their silly moments than their attention span, but this guy is focused!

The Dalmatian portrait is painted on a soft shell clam. As the name implies, the shell is very thin and delicate. The back has three coats of varnish to give it a bit more strength (although it won't necessarily save the shell if it takes a fall, so be careful!). The shell is perfectly white and has nearly perfect edges and a smooth surface.

Size: medium, 10.3 x 6.3 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

English Springer Spaniel painted on a clam

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:19:40 -0500

$18.00
English Springer Spaniels have eyes that just define the word "soulful". This liver and white Springer looks especially formal with the lovely white blaze on his face and with his hair combed out neat. But of course if the chance to chase a squirrel presented itself, you know he'd be ready for action!

This shell has a natural deep orange tint to it that compliments the Spaniel's liver and white coat. The shell has a nearly perfect edge. Size: Medium-Large, 12.2 x 8.8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Bullmastiff painted on a shell

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:03:42 -0500

$24.00
The Bullmastiff is a breed known for their loyalty and their will to protect those that they hold closest. But they also have a great goofball side to them.

This Bullmastiff is painted on a cream-colored clam with natural deep orange highlights. Smooth, with a nearly perfect edge. Size Extra Large, 14.4 x 10 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Rhodesian Ridgeback portrait on a shell

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:51:09 -0500

$18.00
The Rhodesian Ridgeback was bred to hunt lions. They don't seem to do much of that anymore today, but they remain amazing athletes. Although I hear that they don't mind an occasional nap as well.

The shell is white with some natural light orange highlights. Medium/large in size, 12.5 cm wide by 8.3 cm tall.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Yellow Labrador Retriever painted on a shell (OOAK, HP)

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:28:50 -0500

$15.00
This guy just came from a long game of fetch! This relaxing yellow Labrador is painted on a white Atlantic clam. Somewhat chipped edge. Medium. Size: 10.7 x 7.7 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Parti color Cocker Spaniel painted on a clam

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:28:49 -0500

$18.00
When an American Cocker Spaniel is a mix of white and another colour, he is considered a "parti-color" variety. Some people like to twist that and call them "Party Animals". And its true, I've never met a parti-colored Cocker that wasn't perpetually grinning and full of life.

This Cocker Spaniel is painted on an Atlantic clam. The clam has some grooves on its surface but they do not distort the portrait. It also has a nearly perfect edge. Size: medium-large, 12.4 x 9.9 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

English Bulldog painted on a hard clam shell

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:28:49 -0500

$15.00
This guy will lounge with you for hours. While lovingly snorting in your ear the entire time, of course. This English Bulldog is painted on a Hard Shell clam with a slight orange tint. Nearly perfect edge, with the exception of a small chip on the right corner. Medium hard clam, 10.2 x 8.3 cm

note - a "medium" hard clam is slightly smaller and more compact than a "medium" atlantic (or regular) clam. The Shell is very thick and can survive a lot of abuse.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:23:18 -0400

$13.00
This sable Pembroke Welsh Corgi is painted in an Atlantic Clam shell with a light orange tint. Nearly perfect edges. Shell has natural small hole in the top - if you're careful, you can hang it from a string. Small-Medium. Size: 9.1 x 6.8 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

French Bulldog painted on a clam

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:23:18 -0400

$13.00
This Frenchie looks so serious! He is painted on a white hard clam. Nearly perfect edge, small chips on the corners. The upper left corner of the clam has a natural porous design, which is also seen on the back of the shell. Who knows what this clam has gone through in life. The pores make this clam very unique. Small-medium, 8.9 x 7.2 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Papillon painted on a shell (OOAK, HP)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:41:30 -0400

$10.00
This Papillon is painted on a small Hard shell clam with a porous surface. Almost perceft edge. *One cm-wide chip on right side, not visible if shell is viewed from the front. Very sturdy shell. Size: 7.5 x 6.5 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Golden Retriever painted on clam

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:41:30 -0400

$20.00
Goldens really have the most magnificent smiles, don't they? How could anyone resist that soft friendly smile? This smiling Golden Retriever is painted on an Atlantic clam with a natural pastel orange tint that really accent's the Golden's yellow coat. The edge of the shell is nearly perfect, just some small chips here and there.

Large shell, 13.5 x 9.3 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Rottweiler painted on clam

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:36:07 -0400

$20.00
Aren't Rotties just incredibly silly dogs? They're utterly happy and full of life. This smiling dude is no different. Sure they can make a serious face when its necessary. But why when there's stuff to chew on and kids to babysit?

Large shell, 13.6 x 9.9 cm. Light blue tint throughout the shell. Edge is chipped on the lefthand side, but appears to have smoothed out naturally.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Doberman Pinscher painted on a clam

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:36:07 -0400

$18.00
Doberman Pinschers are sensitive and people-oriented dogs with an unbelievable amount of loyalty to their owners. From what I hear, the red Dobes are particularly goofy. This liver-and-tan fella has cropped ears, loving eyes and a soft smile :)

Medium-Large shell, size: 12.9 x 9.2. White atlantic clam with a brown border. Perfectly smooth edge. Some creases throughout the shell (they don't disturb the image), particularly on the corners.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Standard Poodle painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:41:05 -0400

$20.00
This white Standard Poodle looks like he is preparing for a dog show, in his bold continental clip. He is painted on an Atlantic clam with very slight red border, slight reddish tint. Almost perfect edge. Some deep grooves on bottom right side. Large. Size: 13.6 x 9.8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Borzoi painted in a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:41:05 -0400

$10.00
This chestnut and white Borzoi is painted on a small Hard-shell clam. Shell has a very deep red tint and some black shading, for a very 'different' background. Nearly perfect edges. Small. Size: 7.3 x 6.5 cm

Note - the paint on the dog's face is not faulty, the white streaks are some chalk marks from rubbing on another shell. They came right off.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Bedlington Terrier painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:41:04 -0400

$13.00
This regal curled up Beldington Terrier is painted on an Atlantic clam shell that has nearly perfect edges. Chalky surface. Small-medium. Size: 10 x 7.4 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

tricolor Chihuahua painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:03:07 -0400

$15.00
This tubby liver and tan Chihuahua is painted on an Atlantic clam with red border. Perfect edge. Red border slightly chipped. Some deep grooves on surface. Medium. Size: 11 x 8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Black poodle painted on a hard shell clam (OOAK, HP)

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:03:07 -0400

$15.00
This Black Poodle in a continental clip is painted on a Hard-shell clam with a reddish tint. Nearly perfect edge. Medium. Size: 11.3 x 8.5 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Rough Collie painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:03:06 -0400

$24.00
This blue merle Rough Collie is painted on an extra large clam shell - the largest shell that I have! Beautiful blue tint. Nearly perfect edge. Smooth, chalky surface. Extra Large. Size: 14.8 x 10.5 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, tricolor, painted on a clam

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:57:37 -0400

$13.00
Cavaliers always have a stern look on their face because of those prominent eyebrows, they are one of the happiest breeds I have met. Their tail wags non-stop. Those beautiful silky ears make them look so formal.

The Cavalier portrait is painted on a soft shell clam. As the name implies, the shell is very thin and delicate. The back has three coats of varnish to give it a bit more strength (although it won't necessarily save the shell if it takes a fall, so be careful!). The shell is perfectly white and has nearly perfect edges and a smooth surface.

Size: small-medium, 9.4 x 5.6 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Retriever Mix painted on a clam shell (OOAK, HP)

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:57:37 -0400

$20.00
This boy looks very serious and dignified. Maybe he looks like your dog? The Retriever Mix is painted on an Atlantic clam shell with very a light red tint and red border. Edge chipped where dog's hind leg is. Otherwise, very even shell. Large. Size: 13 x 9.8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Weimaraner painted on a clam

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:57:36 -0400

$13.00
Don't you just love the awkward teenage stages that dogs go through? When their body parts grow at different rates and they're not quite sure how to coordinate properly? This blue-eyes Weimaraner reminds me of a young dog going through such a phase. They're so silly!

This Weimaraner is painted on a blue tinted Atlantic clam that gently accentuate the dog's grey and blue tones. The shell has perfectly smooth edges. Size: Small/Medium, 10.5 x 7.2 cm

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake!

Visit www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Basset Hound puppy painted on shell

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:22:13 -0400

$25.00
There is something so irrisitable about a Basset Hound. The eyes, the ears, the thoughtful melancholy expression. But a basset puppy is just about the epitome of cute!

This red and white Basset puppy is painted on an Extra Large atlantic clam. The shell has natural orange speckling that compliments the puppy's colors. Size: Extra Large, 14.5 x 9.2 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

German Shorthaired Pointer puppy painted on clam

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:28:57 -0400

$24.00
German Shorthair puppies have the prettiest green eyes. They change color when they grow up, but when they're babies, they're olive green! You can't tell by this stoic looking pup, but in a moment he'll perk up and be a bundle or energy that bird dogs so well known for.

Painted on a mostly white Atlantic Clam shell. Size: extra large, 14.2 x 10.9 cm - one of the largest shells I have in my shop!

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.

Rough Collie - tricolor - painted on clam

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:28:57 -0400

$15.00
This pretty Collie girl has a Mona Lisa-esque smile on her face. Tricolor collies and shelties have the most striking pattern. Her lovely coat is in full bloom. Some Collie owners claim that their dogs are so smart, they're practically psychic. You can just see it in their soft, intelligent eyes.

The tricolor rough Collie is painted on an Atlantic Clam with some red tint. Size: Medium, 11 x 8.8 cm.

Each shell is a unique work of art. I find the shells myself, on a local beach and paint canine portraits using acrylic paints. They make a great gift or keepsake! Each one is signed in the back and dated with the year the shell was painted.

Visit http://www.shellvergel.com for more information!

Stand not included - purchase one in the "shell stands" section. Special deal - Buy any three shells and get one stand free.