Wedding Venue or House Portrait on Seashell | Hand-painted Gift Ornament
One-of-a-Kind Custom Home/House or Wedding Venue Painted Portrait Seashell
Bring your memories to life with the original hand-painted portrait shell — a truly unique keepsake to celebrate your favorite beach house, wedding venue, family cottage, or special vacation spot.
Each shell is a real seashell found on the beaches of New Jersey and transformed into a tiny canvas by artist Laura of Petite Prints Studio. It’s painted in delicate watercolor and finished with a gold-rimmed edge and ribbon for hanging — or you can display it on a stand.
🖌️ What makes it special:
Hand-painted custom portrait inside a real shell (no two are alike)
Choose from venue portraits, faceless family scenes, pets, places, or meaningful moments — all painted from your photo
Sealed and finished with ribbon for ornament or display (stand available)
Back of shell left natural for an organic touch
🎁 Perfect gift for:
Engagements & proposals
Weddings & bridal parties
Anniversaries
Housewarming
Vacation souvenirs
Memorial keepsakes
📸 How it works:
Purchase your shell and send your reference photo(s) to me via Etsy Messages or Instagram @PetitePrintsStudio.
I’ll confirm your design, shell size preference, and any personalization (names, dates, short text).
I’ll paint your custom shell within 2–3 weeks.
Please note: Faceless portraits require clear photos that aren’t cropped. The design is painted inside the shell only. Requests for text or a design on the back will incur an additional charge.
✨ Each piece is made with care and attention — please review the photos here or on Instagram to see my portrait style! Questions? Just message me to plan your custom keepsake!
Keywords: custom painted shell, hand-painted beach house ornament, watercolor wedding venue keepsake, coastal Christmas ornament, personalized cottage gift.
Reviews
I purchased this keepsake ornament for my son and daughter in law. When I opened it, I had tears in my eyes, it was so beautiful. When they opened the gift, there were tears all around.
My daughter has been married for 8 years and she wants one, too! She’ll be getting a special anniversary gift, for sure.
Laura was so easy to work with. Communication was quick and easy. If you’re looking for a special gift, I highly recommend.
Lisa
Laura created the most beautiful ornament for my brother and sister in law from their wedding. I was in awe when I saw it and they absolutely loved it. I would recommend it to anyone!