Your Beach Memory, Sculpted in Texture
“I translate the peace of your favourite coastal escape into textured seascapes—layering reclaimed fabrics, coastal fragments, and surfboard offcuts to build waves etched with memory, light, and emotional depth. From clothing scraps to sand and fibreglass, my work isn’t just about place, it’s about the stories and feelings we carry.”
Gemma’s paintings are layered with memory and material — fabrics, surfboard fragments, and coastal textures reimagined into waves and horizons. At once abstract and grounded, each work is a reflection of the ocean’s calm, movement, and timeless pull.
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
Come & Visit My New Studio!
From 16th November you can find me at Salt & Canvas, Unit 11 Agweres, Lanteague Studios — a shared coastal workspace where creativity and connection flow, inspired by the rhythms of the Cornish sea. Open every weekend for you to come and say hi, view latest collections and discuss commissions. Also open by appointment throughout the week for private viewings. Find out more 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.
Wearable Waves
Limited edition hand-painted denim and footwear — a one-of-a-kind way to carry the ocean with you, wherever you go. All Denim pieces are upcycled to encourage slow fashion, transforming an old garment in your wardrobe into a new totally unique piece or wearable art.
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.
Creative Coastal Art Experiences
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.
Events & Exhibitions
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.
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.
