Size: 30 x 40 inches
Depth: 1.5-inch cradled wood panel
Medium: Mixed media collage and paint
Signed by the artist
Ready to hang – no frame required
From the Tide Keepers series, Art for those who believe our greatest strength is found in connection.
Embrace is an original mixed media seahorse artwork from the Tide Keepers collection by Dawn Leigh. Created from thousands of hand-cut pieces of reclaimed paper, this ocean conservation art piece celebrates connection, trust, and the enduring bonds that sustain life beneath the sea. Inspired by California seahorses and coastal ecosystems, Embrace resonates with ocean lovers, conservation advocates, and collectors drawn to themes of partnership, devotion, and resilience.
In Embrace, two California seahorses with their tails coiled around one another in a tender, timeless dance—an underwater pas de deux that radiates connection, protection, and trust. Inspired by the intimate courtship rituals of these endangered creatures, the composition becomes a symbol of balance in nature, where vulnerability and strength intertwine.
Hand-cut from layers of repurposed magazine pages and salvaged packing paper, every seagrass blade and scale is thoughtfully placed to honor the intricate beauty of our ocean ecosystems. The palette draws on recycled materials and acrylic paint samples, echoing the way Old Masters once mixed pigments with care and intention—here reimagined through sustainable, modern storytelling.
Zoom into the details, and you’ll find a microcosm of textures: the shimmer of eel grass, the roughness of seahorse hide, and the dance of light beneath ocean waves—all collaged with precision and deep reverence. As part of the Tide Keepers series, Embrace invites the viewer to pause and feel the interconnectedness of all life forms—both wild and tender.
A stunning focal point for any collector who values ecological artistry, emotional storytelling, and layered craftsmanship.
Perfect For:
• Ocean lovers and marine life enthusiasts
• Coastal homes and beach-inspired interiors
• Anniversary and wedding gifts
• Collectors drawn to themes of connection, trust, and partnership
• Wellness, counseling, and healing spaces
• Those who value environmental stewardship and sustainable art
Artwork copyright remains with the artist.
