Welcome to SeaweedArt and My Sea-Inspired Coastal Life
About SeaweedArt
I’m an artisan, chef and “sea foodie.” An ocean lover at heart, my passion is to bring the beauty of the sea into the home with my coastal style, DIY crafts, beach-themed décor and healthy cuisine.
My Etsy Shop
My beach combing and tide pooling explorations led to a hobby of pressing seaweed and other sea-inspired crafts. Visit my shop to explore my latest ocean-themed “beachy” creations.
The Latest From The Blog
NOAA Releases Online Map of Marine Preserves
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has an online mapping tool that allows anyone to search for information about the nation's more than 1,600 marine-protected areas. For example, users can locate federally protected regions and fishing restrictions....
Portland Bans the Bag
I am happy to see that the wonderful city of Portland, where my daughter Julia will be headed this fall for college, has banned the bag. Portland Bans the Bag from Mayor Sam Adams on Vimeo.
Announcing the 13th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest
I saw this contest advertised on the Marine Photobank Facebook Page (I liked it) and learned that they are part of SeaWeb, an ocean conservation non-profit organization that uses visual imagery, both underwater and above water photography, to depict how humans have...
2011 Wharf to Wharf Race
Today, my daughter Olivia and I participated in the 2011 Wharf to Wharf race, a 10K race that starts at the Santa Cruz wharf and finishes in Capitola. As always, wonderful musicians, bands and other performers lined the path to greet us. There...
Take 3 — A Clean Beach Initiative
Take 3 - A Clean Beach Initiative - short promo from Take 3 -A Clean Beach Initiative on Vimeo. Recently I was introduced, via Twitter, to Tim Silverwood, who is an environmentalist, film maker , surfer and co-founder of Take 3, an initiative that encourages...
South Beach Harbor, San Francisco
My husband Bill and I spent the 4th of July weekend on our friend's boat in South Beach Harbor. While he worked on the boat, I lounged on the deck reading books. It was a much needed respite for both of us. Excellent sailing weather too. Here is one of my favorite...
Surfboard Art
I'm not a lager drinker, but I am a big fan of creative advertising. This photo was taken on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz just a few weeks ago.
SeaweedArt Available in Stores
SeaweedArt greeting cards are now available in the following stores: The Farm Bakery and Cafe 6790 Soquel Drive Aptos, CA 95005 831-684-0266 Artisans Gallery 1368 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-423-8183 Seascape Flowers #5 Seascape Village Aptos, CA 95003...
Sanctuary Exploration Center at Santa Cruz Still Needs $300K
The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, currently under construction near the wharf in Santa Cruz, is still in need of $300,000 in order to complete the project. The center is slated to open next summer and promises to amaze, delight and educate...
Monterey Bay Aquarium Announces Open Sea Exhibit
The Monterey Bay Aquarium announces their new Open Sea Exhibit as part of their $19M renovation. It opens July 2. Aquarium visitors now have a chance for up-close viewing of green sea turtles and diving birds (my kids' favorite). The new "Jelly Swarm Alcove" gives...
