Dive into the serene world of marine life through "The Topsail Turtle." This watercolor painting captures the elegance and strength of the majestic Loggerhead Sea turtle gliding effortlessly through its underwater realm. Through the gentle strokes of watercolor and meticulous attention to detail, I've sought to convey this turtle’s graceful movement and the calming ambiance of its oceanic habitat.

As your eyes wander over this vibrant composition, you may find yourself drawn in closer and feeling a kindred connection with the turtle.  The three-dimensional aspect of this painting allows the turtle’s welcoming gaze to meet yours with a life-like authenticity.  As the turtle glides effortlessly through its underwater realm, bubbles drift softly in the background, serving as a subtle reminder of the delicacy of its aquatic environment. 

“The Topsail Turtle’ is much more than a worthy addition to my Sea Life Series within my Coastal Collection, it is a call to action!  My heart was deeply inspired by the efforts of the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center located in Topsail Island, NC.  The center’s tireless efforts to conserve and protect these marvelous creatures, ensure the Loggerhead’s existence for future generations.  The education they provide about the sea turtle’s world is remarkable.

Did you know it takes a Loggerhead nearly 35 years to reach maturity?  After mating at sea, females return to the same beach where they were hatched, even if it is thousands of miles from their preferred feeding areas.  Although these creatures are known for their strength and resilience, they need our help.  As we continue to develop their nesting havens, we must improve our efforts to create sanctuaries to ensure the survival of this species.  Just like the bubbles in the background, our smallest efforts can ripple outward, creating waves of change.

My hope is that this artwork not only brings the beauty of the ocean’s tranquility into your space but also plays a small part in protecting the beauty and the sea life that exists beneath the waves. I invite you to pause and consider not only the marvel of the coastal marine life, but what we stand to lose if we don’t protect our watery world.  If we all do a little—together we can do a lot!