JBT
Creations
Hand-crafted shell art by Julie Bratina Thomas — each piece a curated collection of the sea, painted and gilded by hand, displayed in museum-quality acrylic.
Julie Bratina Thomas
Artist bio coming soon. Julie Bratina Thomas is a coastal fine artist whose work explores the intersection of natural form and handcrafted beauty.
Each shell in her collections is individually painted and gilded, then arranged with intention on canvas and displayed in museum-quality acrylic cases — objects that carry the quiet depth of the sea into any space.
Based on the coast, Julie draws her inspiration from the rhythms of the tide, the textures of the shoreline, and the enduring elegance of natural forms.
The Collection
Each piece is an original, one-of-a-kind work. Hand-painted shells arranged on canvas and housed in a custom acrylic case.
Aqua Scallop Collection I
Original
Mauve Tide Collection
Original
Aqua Coastal Collection
Original
Blue & Green Tidal Collection
Original
Aqua Scallop Collection II
Original
Grand Navy Collection
Original
Coastal Naturalist Collection
OriginalContact Julie
Interested in a commission, a specific piece, or simply want to learn more? Julie would love to hear from you.