Bringing the Ocean to You — Through Texture, Story, and Soul
“I create textural seascapes that reconnect you to the peace and clarity of the ocean — wherever you are in the world. Layered with reclaimed materials like surfboard fibreglass, clothing offcuts, and coastal debris, my paintings capture not just the look, but the feeling of being by the sea.
Each piece is a portrayal of memory and momentum — a deeply personal expression of place, sustainability, and the stories we carry.”
Intuitive and emotionally grounded, Gemma’s work sits at the intersection of abstract expressionism and environmental storytelling—offering collectors an original, soulful reflection of place, time and texture.
To find out more about Gemma, read her full story here.
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“I was blown away by the outcome - it’s stunning, you’re a great talent and I can see the dedication and passion you put into it. It will long provide memories of an amazing day and my fave part of the Cornwall coastline.”
Dan Dunleavey
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“We love our collection of paintings so much and bring back so many happy memories of holidays and gorgeous times. I just love the texture, makes them feel so immersive..”
Louise Richards
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“As the house is a recently built eco house, I wanted paintings that were also ethical to fit in with my eco & sustainable furniture. The paintings seem to have movement & flow. They bring colour & vibrancy to the house, and friends & family are always drawn to the pictures..”
James Dudley
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"I absolutely cannot recommend Gemma enough. Whether it’s an art commission, wearable art or attending one of her workshops, you wiill have something wonderful to treasure for always."
Karen Ceasar
Rising Tide x Boardmasters Surfboard Auction
Help Gemma to raise money for ocean conservation charity Oceana UK. Each day of Rising Tide Festival she is painting live up on the clifftop at Fistral Beach, repurposing a retired surfboard into a unique piece of textured wave art. Find out more about the auction and place a bid via the link below.
A Painting As Unique As Your Story
Whether it's the view from your coastal retreat or the beach where you said ‘I do’, your bespoke seascape begins with your story. Each bespoke artwork is sculpted with Gemma’s signature textures, using reclaimed materials such as surfboard fibreglass, sand, rope and sea-worn fabric to bring your story to life with depth and dimension.
Latest Collection - The Estuary & Seven Bays
A limited series of textured seascapes created in situ during my artist residency overlooking the Camel Estuary — each one a sculpted memory of Padstow’s wild and beautiful coastline.
Where Ocean Meets Canvas
Repurposed textures, timeless moments — Gemma Lessinger’s textured wave paintings are sculpted using reclaimed coastal materials—fibreglass from surfboards, ghost nets, sand, and rope—to create deeply tactile seascapes that evoke the natural rhythm of the ocean. Her original seascape art captures the serenity, movement, and soul of the coast, with three-dimensional waves that appear to roll off the canvas.
Limited Edition - Hand Embellished Prints
Bring the beauty of Gemma Lessinger’s textured seascapes into your space with a limited edition fine art print—crafted with care, printed locally in Cornwall onto sustainable bamboo paper. Each artwork captures the depth, emotion and natural rhythm of the original painting, making coastal art more accessible while preserving its soul.
Transform your ocean Memories with Bespoke Surfboard Art
Discover the beauty of repurposed surfboards as a canvas for your unique ocean story. Through Gemma’s bespoke surfboard art commissions, she breathes new life into retired boards, capturing the essence of your favourite coastal memories. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted, blending sustainability with artistry to create a one-of-a-kind artwork that celebrates your connection to the sea.
Bespoke Wedding Day Seascape Paintings. Your ‘I Do’ Captured in Coastal Texture
Mark your ‘I Do’ moment with a timeless, tactile painting that holds the soul of your wedding day. Each bespoke seascape captures the exact beach where your vows took place, using real sand from the shoreline and sculpted textures to preserve the memory in art.
Whether commissioned as a gift or part of your celebration, it’s a lasting heirloom, anchored in place, love, and the elements of your day.
Events & Exhibitions for 2025
Gemma has multiple exhibitions and events on during the year where you can view her unique textured paintings and ocean inspired gifts, head to the link below to find out more.
Creative Coastal Art Experiences — Paint, Play & Reconnect with Your Intuition
Step into Gemma’s world of creative expression, where texture, nature and intuition come together in immersive art experiences by the sea. Whether you're joining a soulful day retreat, a hands-on painting workshop, or exploring her at-home courses, each experience invites you to slow down, reconnect, and create with purpose.
These are more than art workshops, they’re moments of pause, presence and playful discovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a questions about Gemma’s work? Why not take a look at her frequently asked questions to aid in your decision making.
