{"product_id":"paintopia-mary-s-shell-a-sunday-special-sunday-may-24th-10am-12pm","title":"Paintopia - Mary’s Shell - A Sunday special. Sunday May 24th 10am-12pm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMary’s Shell – Paint the Cleveleys Sunset - \u003c\/span\u003eA relaxed Sunday Paintopia session 🤗\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that evening workshops don’t suit everyone, so we’re delighted to offer this special Sunday daytime Paintopia session for those who have been wanting to join us.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this relaxed workshop at Calme, you’ll paint a glowing sunset over the Irish Sea, with the sweeping curves of the famous Mary’s Shell sculpture rising from the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith step-by-step guidance from Lindsay, you’ll learn how to create a soft sunset sky, capture the movement of the sea, and paint the distinctive shape of this much-loved local landmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience is needed — just come along, enjoy a calm creative morning and leave with a canvas you’ll be proud to hang at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story Behind Mary’s Shell - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust off the promenade at Cleveleys, Mary’s Shell has become one of the Fylde Coast’s most recognisable landmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated by artist Stephen Broadbent and installed in 2012 as part of the Sea Swallow public art trail, the sculpture’s sweeping forms echo shells, waves and sea life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was named Mary’s Shell in memory of Mary Brennan, a local woman who loved the sea and the Cleveleys coastline. Today the sculpture stands as both a striking piece of contemporary art and a quiet tribute overlooking the Irish Sea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt sunset, when the sky glows and the sea reflects the evening light, Mary’s Shell becomes one of the most beautiful sights along the promenade — and that magical moment is what this painting captures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Step-by-step guidance from Lindsay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ All materials provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ A relaxed and friendly atmosphere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Your finished canvas to take home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinks and refreshments will be available to purchase during the session. ☕️ 🧁 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend a creative Sunday with us at Calme and paint a little piece of the Fylde Coast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paintopia - Calme CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57105730699612,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/1254\/2044\/files\/FullSizeRender_5290d3b0-a4ba-4e44-a050-cb4c4b218d12.jpg?v=1774177477","url":"https:\/\/calmenest.com\/products\/paintopia-mary-s-shell-a-sunday-special-sunday-may-24th-10am-12pm","provider":"Calme - Community - Creativity - Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}