Where the Selkies Swim
£76.50
A seascape-led palette of six handmade watercolours inspired by the shifting light, depth and movement of the Atlantic ocean as observed off the Cornish coastline. 'Where the Selkies Swim' is particularly suited to seascapes, coastal studies and expressive landscape work where tone and texture matter more than brilliance.
Quantity
Colours Included
Malachite (PG39)
A soft, ethereal green with gentle opacity. Ideal for shallow waters, coastal reflections and luminous layering.
Green Oxide (PG17)
An opaque, earthy green that anchors the palette. Useful for depth, stone, seaweed and natural coastal tones.
Ultramarine Blue (PB29)
A warm blue with pronounced granulation. Excellent for moving water, sky reflections and atmospheric washes.
Prussian Blue (PB27)
A deep, cool blue for weight, shadow and depth. Essential for darker waters and storm-lit passages.
Violet Mid Shade (PB28, PR209)
A rich violet with a wide tonal range. Adds depth to shadows and subtle complexity when mixed with blues and blacks.
Graphite Black (PBk)
A soft carbon black with visible granulation. Adds texture, movement and restrained darks without overwhelming the palette.
Palette Details
Six handmade half pans
Artist-grade pigments
Natural watercolour binder
Pocket-sized metal tin
Magnet-secured pans for flexible arrangement
Includes a hand-painted colour reference card
Palette Characteristics
Designed for seascapes and coastal landscapes
Balanced range of soft washes and deep tones
Natural granulation for water and movement
Harmonious mixing without harsh contrast
Expressive yet controlled colour relationships
Further Information
Where the Selkies Swim is inspired by the ever-changing colours of the Atlantic Ocean at a secluded cove on the Lizard Point, Cornwall.
Soft coastal greens, deep tidal blues and granulating shadows come together to reflect water in motion, light passing through swell, stone beneath the surface, and skies mirrored in shifting currents. The palette balances translucency with depth, allowing both subtle washes and darker, weightier passages to emerge naturally on the page.
Named for the selkies of coastal folklore, seals said to move between sea and land, this collection invites a slower way of observing water, atmosphere and movement.
Each colour is handmade in small batches using artist-grade pigments and our natural watercolour binder, then poured into half pans and housed in a pocket-sized metal tin.