Anna Chan Design

08/30/2026

One of my earlier works, Madagascar created in 2022 with beach sand and seashells collected in New York sent off to private collector yesterday. It’s always bittersweet seeing a piece go but happy he’s in good hands and will be cherished.
Check out my website www.AnnaChan-Art.com to see what’s available or I take commissions as well. Link in bio 👆

08/29/2026

Seashell Coastal frame created with self hardening air dry sand. No glue, resin or tape, simply push the seashells into the sand and wait two days for the sand to harden. Give it a try, sand and ready to make kits availableat www.QwickCraft.com.

08/17/2026

08/10/2026

On National Lion’s Day, I’m grateful for the inspiration from the king of the jungle to create this sculpture that led to many more sustainably collected beach sand and seashell sculptures. At the moment when I wasn’t sure if I should continue exploring my imagination, I heard the lion ROAR. Explore more of my wildlife sculpture wall art at my website www.AnnaChan-Art.com. Open to commission and partnership.

07/28/2026

Proud to share my tiger sculpture in honor of International Tiger Day. 🐅 Created from sand and sustainably collected seashells, this piece is a reminder that these magnificent animals are disappearing from the wild. Every species lost takes with it a story that can never be replaced. 🌿

07/10/2026

One of the perks of being a shell artist is beachcombing. Every shell I find has the potential to become part of a future sculpture, so I’m one of the lucky ones who gets to call the beach my office.

Most people don’t think of New York as a shelling destination, but if you know where to look… it can be just as rewarding as Florida. 😉🐚

Think these are just seashells? Visit the link in my bio to see what they become. ✨

07/04/2026

Sometimes the most extraordinary shells are found in the most unexpected places. 🦅🇺🇸
This original bald eagle sculpture was handcrafted from white oyster shells generously given to me by an Airbnb host in upstate New York, who had received them from a local fisherman. Every shell was individually selected for its unique shape, texture, and character to create the realistic feather detail that brings America’s symbol of freedom to life.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙

06/29/2026

Jingle shells are named as such because of the sound they make. I’m always amazed at how strong and resilient they are even though they look so delicate. The colors of these shells are amazing components for shell art to liven up coastal decor/interiors. They are slightly iridescent which gives it an ethereal quality. I hope to be incorporating more of these colorful shells to my art.

As a shell artist, I’m always looking for new ways to present seashells in my art so it’s different from traditional practices. Check out more of my shell art available for sale at my website link in bio. I take commissions as well if you have a special project in mind.

06/22/2026

From a single seashell tower to King Triton’s castle 🐚🏰

What started as one small shell structure grew into an entire underwater kingdom inspired by Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Built entirely from hand-placed seashells and sand, this sculpture took shape one shell at a time, guided by a hand-drawn blueprint and countless hours of planning.

Swipe through to see the process—from the earliest sketches and shell placement to the castle in progress. Every tower, archway, and coral detail was carefully constructed using sustainably collected seashells and my proprietary sand-hardening technique, transforming beach finds into permanent wall art.

As a mixed-media artist, I’m fascinated by the way natural materials can tell stories. This piece combines coastal art, seashell sculpture, sand art, and Disney-inspired creativity to bring King Triton’s castle to life.

✨ Watch the full build and castle reveal on Disney’s YouTube channel—link in bio.

06/19/2026

Every sculpture I create begins with a walk along the shoreline. The seashells I collect from the beaches I visit are more than materials—they are my brushstrokes. Each shell is carefully selected for its shape, texture, color, and natural character, becoming an essential part of the creative process.

Using beach sand and sustainably collected seashells, I transform these coastal treasures into permanent wall sculptures inspired by nature. From whales and sea turtles to birds, crocodiles, and endangered species, every piece is built shell by shell, celebrating the beauty and diversity of the natural world.

The beach is my inspiration, the shells are my palette, and each sculpture tells a story of connection between art, nature, and conservation. What many people see as simple beach finds become the textures, patterns, and details that bring my creations to life.