Tree Pebbles from Teignmouth Print – Mounted Print by Clare Jenkinson

Tree Pebbles from Teignmouth Print – Mounted Print by Clare Jenkinson

For Clare Jenkinson, a walk along Teignmouth beach is never just a walk. It’s an opportunity to slow down, observe and discover the extraordinary beauty hidden within the everyday.

During her visits to the shoreline, Clare often finds herself stopping unexpectedly after spotting a single pebble that catches her eye. One beautiful stone soon becomes the beginning of a collection, as she searches for two or four more to create the harmonious groups of three or five that frequently inspire her artwork.

The smooth grey pebbles featured in this painting fascinated Clare because of their striking white stripes, each one formed naturally over millions of years. These delicate markings tell the remarkable geological story of Devon’s landscape, shaped by immense natural forces long before people ever walked these shores. Holding these ancient pebbles in her hands gave Clare a wonderful sense of connection with the history of the natural world, inspiring her to preserve their quiet beauty through paint.

Originally created in acrylic on linen canvas, this artwork captures the subtle textures, gentle colours and elegant simplicity of these timeless coastal treasures. The carefully balanced composition invites the viewer to pause, appreciate the details and reflect on the beauty that can so easily be overlooked in our busy lives.

Perfect for lovers of coastal art, geology, nature and the Devon coastline, Tree Pebbles from Teignmouth brings a feeling of calm and mindfulness to any room. It is a gentle reminder that some of nature’s greatest wonders are often found beneath our feet, waiting to be noticed.

This mounted print faithfully reproduces Clare Jenkinson’s original painting, allowing you to enjoy her thoughtful celebration of Teignmouth’s coastline and the fascinating stories written into every pebble by the passing of time.

Print Size: 29cm x 20cm

Mounted print size: 40.5cm × 30.5cm

If you enjoy this artwork, be sure to explore Clare Jenkinson’s Botanical and other nature-inspired painting and prints. other nature-inspired paintings and prints, celebrating the landscapes, coastline and hidden beauty of Devon. Or you can read about the Devon artist, Clare Jenkinson here. Or you can a wider collection of original artwork by local Devon artists to discover more pieces inspired by the landscapes of the South West. By all our local Teignmouth and Devon Artist.