Lynn F Martin

Specializing In Resin Art~Teacher

GIFTS FROM THE SEA: CREATIONS

Welcome To

~Gifts From The Sea Of Creativity~

Meet Me Where The Sky Meets The Sea Of Creativity

One Of A Kind Watercolor Art

Stunning Photographs Of Our Beautiful

St Agustine Seashores

And More!

Cards With A Purpose!

Cards with soul, for the moments that truly matter.

Amy’s been in a whirlwind lately, uploading her full line of ~Gifts from the (St. Augustine) Sea~ greeting cards, photography, and watercolor creations.

Amy's watercolor collection also officially debuted on Coconut Barrel~ The Artisan Market's website yesterday (February 12, 2025!)~ on the same day as her first in-store sale! 🎉

More to come, and you can check out the full collection here: Gifts from the Sea 💙🌊

✨ A Week of Love & New Beginnings ✨

This week feels like magic~ Valentine’s Day 2025, Amy's birthday around the corner,

and a lifelong dream coming to life.

Amy's Gifts from the Sea cards have just made their debut last at the Coconut Barrel Galentine's Day Market last Saturday, and already, they’re finding their way into loving hands. Seeing her art resonate with others is the most beautiful gift!

If you’d love to bring a piece of the sea home, her full line is now available in store at Coconut Barrel~ The Artisan Market and you can now find some of her water color greeting cards with matching magnet gift packs are now online~

with many more to come!

Gifts From the Sea.

Thank you for being part of this Sacred journey. 💙🌊

Gifts From The Sea of Creativity by Lynn F. Martin’s daughter, Amy, was not merely created~ it was born from the depths of her soul, rising like the tide, effortlessly entwined with the rhythm of the natural world. Her artistry~ through both paintings and photographs~ reflects her profound spiritual connection, where the whispers of the ocean become brushstrokes, and light dancing in her photographs reveals a deeper mystery, speaking the language of the soul.

Each piece carries the essence and healing power of stillness, beauty, renewal, and transformation~ infused with the profound mysteries of the sea and offered as a sacred gift from the heart. In her work, the tides of creativity flow endlessly, unveiling the quiet poetry of existence and the profound truth that art~ and the ocean~ are both a mystery and a reflection, gifts given to us all from the Divine.

Through her sacred expression, Amy invites us to pause, to feel, and to reconnect with our own spiritual essence~ already alive and breathing within each of us~ as our Sacred and Divine birthright, awakening the beauty, serenity, and wisdom that reside within us and how beautifully and effortlessly nature reconnects us to that part of us deep inside of ourselves.

Gifts from the Sea Creations is a Sacred, quiet journey~ a reflection of the heart and Soul, shaped by the realness of life, the ocean’s endless rhythm, and the tender, Sacred moments that nature and life offer us. This collection is a beautiful collaboration, honoring both the artistic vision and the deep connection with nature expressed through the creative process.

Each creation carries the softness and energy much like the ocean’s waves, carrying with it a deep reverence for the simplest, quietest, most real moments. It’s a gentle reminder that even in the rawness and fragility, of life that beauty, peace, grace and joy are always also present~ waiting to be discovered, embraced, and held close.

Through every brushstroke and the captured moments of light in photographs, Gifts from the Sea reflects the quiet journey of both the artist, creativity and the healing power that nature and ocean gifts us.

In the ebb and flow of the tides, Amy has found

not just beauty, but our heart’s truest desire~ to find stillness, joy, and peace in all things, and to honor the simple, Sacred moments of being.

We invite you to join us on this journey of connection, where the timeless rhythm of the sea offers stillness, peace, solace, and an invitation to pause, reflect, and simply be present in this very moment.

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NOW AVAILABLE BELOW AT

COCONUT BARREL~ THE ARTISAN MARKET!!!

GREETiNG CARD AND MAGNET DESIGNS

(All Are Reproductions Of Original Artwork)

WAVE

~FLOW~

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

Every card tells a story from the heart, reflecting deep expressions of love and creativity~ the perfect gift for those who inspire your soul.

Just as the ocean moves in waves, life flows in its own rhythm~ one love, one heartbeat, uniting us all in the currents of connection. This watercolor painting, made into a beautiful greeting card and magnet, Flow, captures the beauty of surrendering to life’s rhythm and embracing the love that guides us, much like the endless waves of the sea. It’s a reminder that we’re part of something greater than ourselves. When we trust the ebbs and flows of life, we align with a love that is steadfast, true, and always present, enveloping us and leading the way.

Come immerse yourself in the beauty of life, love, and flow.

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GREAT BLUE HERON

~GRACE~

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

Just like the heron’s graceful flight, this painting carries the gentle reminder that grace exists within us all where we know that every little thing is gonna be alright, no matter the currents of life.

A symbol of peace and trust, embracing life’s natural flow.

Each creations reflects the heart’s deepest expression, painted with love and creativity. The perfect gift for those who inspire and nurture your soul.

Where the ocean meets the heart.

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BEE

~JOY~

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

The soul is here for its own joy. ~Rumi

Like the bee’s quiet, purposeful flight, this painting serves as a gentle reminder that even in life’s raw, real moments~ when we’re faced with challenges, loss, or uncertainty~ joy still has a place within us. It’s not a fleeting emotion, but a quiet undercurrent, a pulse of life that reminds us everything will be okay, even when the world feels heavy. The bee teaches us that joy can coexist with the difficult, that it can be found in the sacred surrender to life’s flow.

In those moments when joy unexpectedly washes over us, it isn’t a denial of life’s struggles, but a humble affirmation of hope, resilience, and the beauty that still exists in the simplicity of living. Joy, when we allow it, becomes a quiet, powerful force within us, grounding us in peace and trust.

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SESAGULL

~EMBRACE~

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

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HORSE

~EVERY CHILD IS AN ARTIST~

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

Every Child Is an Artist. The Problem Is How to Remain an Artist Once We Grow Up. ~ Pablo Picasso

Two years ago Amy didn’t think she could paint. It took a lot of quiet courage to pick up a brush and silence the voice inside her that said she couldn’t. This was one of her very first paintings.

As Vincent van Gogh wisely said, “If you hear a voice within you say, ‘You cannot paint,’ then by all means, paint, and that voice will be silenced.”

Amy's watercolor paintings created with love, are a gentle reminder of the creativity, child like wonder, and joy we all carry within us~ and of the inner artist that still lives and breathes in each of us.

Honoring the quiet, powerful creativity that resides in all of us. Feel free to explore my other creations~ let’s celebrate the beauty of life and the simple child~ like joy and wonder of creating together.

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ALL DESIGNS ABOVE

ALL ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN MAGNETS

WITH MATCHING CARDS BELOW

5.62" x 5.62" CARDS

OPENS FROM: Right To Left

Comes In 6 x 6 Cello Sleeves

Paper Stock:

High Quality

Upgraded Premium Matte

AND MATCHING

3" x 3" MAGNETS With Rounded Corners

Comes in 3.5 x 3.5 Cello Sleeves

MAGNETS

PRINTED FROM HAND PAINTED WATERCOLOR

3" x 3" MAGNETS With Rounded Corners

Comes in 3.5 x 3.5 Cello Sleeves

MAGNETS

PRINTED FROM HAND PAINTED WATERCOLOR

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

WAVE

~FLOW~

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

GREAT BLUE HERON

~GRACE~

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

BEE

~JOY~

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

SEAGULL

~EMBRACE~

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

HORSE

~ EVERY CHILD IS AN ARTIST~

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NEWEST ADDITIONS!

~GIFTS FROM THE SEA OF CREATIVITY~

WATERCOLOR CARDS AND MATCHING MAGNET

GIFT BUNDLES!

WHIMSICAL ELEPHANT
~BE YOURSELF, EVERYONE ELSE IS TAKEN~

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CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLE!

WHIMSICAL ELEPHANT

~SPLASH OF JOY~

Sometimes I forget I was created for joy... ~Hafiz Of Pershia

GIFTS FROM THE SEA OF CREATIVITY

CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLES!

PHOTOGRAPHS

EXQUISTE NE FLORIDA SUNRISES

~SOULSHINE~

Wherever you stand be the Soul of that place. ~Rumi

INNER PEACE

What you seek Is also seeking you. ~Rumi

~MAY THE BEAUTY OF WHAT YOU LOVE

BE WHAT YOU DO~

Let the beauty of what you love be what you do. ~Rumi

RAINBOW SKY

When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy. ~Rumi

REFLECTIONS

Your heart is the size of an ocean. Go find yourself in its hidden depths. ~RUmi

OCEAN DREAMS

You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop

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OUR NORTHEAST FLORIDA'S

BEAUTIFUL SHOREBIRDS

MATCHING CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLES!

FLAMINGO

~PINK PARADISE~

In the quiet of the pink paradise, the flamingo dances in its own rhythm~teaching us to embrace our uniqueness, to be bold in our beauty, and to find peace in simply being ourselves.

SPOONBILS

~ECHOES OF LOVE~

Love is the echo that lingers long after the words have been spoken. ~Unknown

Like the graceful spoonbills in flight, love leaves an imprint in the air, an echo that lingers long after. In every shared glance, every soft moment of connection, love weaves its way through our hearts, leaving behind traces of beauty and warmth. Echoes of Love reminds us that the most profound connections are the ones that resonate in quiet ways, continuing to fill the spaces between us, long after the moment has passed.

SNOWY EGRET

~GRACEFUL BEAUTY~

The beauty you see in me is a reflection of you. ~Rumi

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True beauty is the light that radiates from within. ~ Unknown

In the stillness of nature, we find the beauty of grace. ~Unknown

There’s something undeniably captivating about the graceful beauty of a Snowy Egret. With every delicate movement, it reminds us that true beauty isn’t just seen—it’s felt. It’s the quiet radiance that emanates from the soul, reflecting the purity and serenity of nature itself.

The Snowy Egret, with its poised elegance, serves as a reminder that grace is often found in the quietest moments—like the soft whisper of the wind or the gentle flow of water. It’s in these subtle moments where true beauty exists, waiting to be recognized and embraced.

Let this elegant bird inspire us to slow down, to pause, and to feel the light within us—allowing it to shine through in every moment we experience.

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OUR NORTHEAST FLORIDA

PRECIOUS AND SACRED SEALIFE!

CARD AND MAGNET GIFT BUNDLES!

~SEA TURTLE LOVE~

As you start to walk the way~ the way appears. ~Rumi

With every small step, the world unfolds. The sea calls, and in its depths lies the promise of adventure, of growth, and of life yet to be lived. As this little hatchling finds its way to the ocean, it carries with it the courage of a thousand journeys, born from the very heart of the earth. Each wave is a whisper of possibilities, each breath of the sea a reminder that we too are part of a vast and wondrous world, destined to find our way, no matter how uncertain the path.

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STARFISH KISSES

The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings eternal joy to the soul. —Wyland

Like starfish kisses upon the shore, each moment offers a quiet reminder of the magic in the smallest of things. When I gently held this starfish, nearly lifeless in my hand, I felt its tiny tube feet softly ‘kiss’ my palm as it regained its strength. It was as though it was thanking me for caring, for returning it to the sea. In those fleeting moments, I was reminded that love, like the ocean, is vast and gentle—patient yet infinite. And sometimes, in the quietest acts of kindness, we find the true depth as cheat of life’s profound beauty.

GHOST CRAB

~AWW HELLO!~

Sometimes the smallest creatures carry the biggest wonders. ~ Unknown

Aww, hello little one! The tiny ghost crab scurries across the sands, reminding us that even the smallest of creatures hold wonders of their own. With every quick step and curious glance, they bring a sense of joy, showing us that beauty and wonder are often found in the most unexpected places. May we all find a bit of magic in the simple moments around us!

MANATEE
~YOU'RE THE BEST MAMA~TEE!~

A mother’s love, like the sea, is vast, unwavering, and full of life. – Unknown

Just like the gentle manatee gliding through the sea, a mother’s love is calm, nurturing, and always there.

This You’re the Best Mama tee celebrates the beauty of that love~ steady, sweet, timeless, and as beautiful as the waters themselves.

MANATEE DREAMS

COMING SOON!

GIFTS FROM ST AUGUSTINE SEA

Like the shells of the sea, we carry pieces of the places we’ve been, each one a reminder of where we’ve come from. – Unknown

This St. Augustine sea shell carries with it the stories of the ocean and the beauty of our healing shores. Each shell, shaped by time and tide, holds memories of moments passed and lessons learned. Just like the sea, we too are ever-changing, collecting wisdom and strength along the way.

SEA GLASS DREAMS

Just like sea glass, we are all shaped by the tides of life, each wave leaving us more beautiful than before. ~ Unknown

Sea glass, born from the roughest waves, reminds us that even the hardest experiences can transform us into something beautiful. Each piece, smoothed and shaped by the ocean, tells a story of resilience and renewal. Whether it’s a stormy past or a calm present, we are all pieces of a larger masterpiece, constantly evolving.

I WANT TO AGE LIKE SEA GLASS

I want to age like sea glass. Smoothed by tides, not broken. I want the currents of life to toss me around, shake me up and leave me feeling washed clean. I want my hard edges to soften as the years pass~ made not weak but supple. I want to ride the waves, go with the flow, feel the impact of the surging tides rolling in and out.

When I am thrown against the shore and caught between the rocks and a hard place, I want to rest there until I can find the strength to do what is next. Not stuck~ just waiting, pondering, feeling what it feels like to pause. And when I am ready, I will catch a wave and let it carry me along to the next place that I am supposed to be.

I want to be picked up on occasion by an unsuspected soul and carried along~ just for the connection, just for the sake of appreciation and wonder. And with each encounter, new possibilities of collaboration are presented, and new ideas are born.

I want to age like sea glass so that when people see the old woman I’ll become, they’ll embrace all that I am. They’ll marvel at my exquisite nature, hold me gently in their hands and be awed by my well-earned patina. Neither flashy nor dull, just a perfect luster. And they’ll wonder, if just for a second, what it is exactly I am made of and how I got to this very here and now. And we’ll both feel lucky to be in that perfectly right place at that profoundly right time.

I want to age like sea glass. I want to enjoy the journey and let my preciousness be, not in spite of the impacts of life, but because of them. ~By Bernadette Noll

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