Found My Heart Among Giants – Original Whale Shark Watercolor Painting

A painting born from a dream.

Earlier this year, I traveled to Southeast Asia with a single goal: to swim with whale sharks. I got my wish — and more. I saw many, but there's nothing like getting in the water and seeing that galaxy of spots emerge from the blue depths for the first time. And I found my heart overflowing with joy.

"Found My Heart Among Giants" is the watercolor story of that moment — a whimsical tribute to these majestic creatures and the constellations they paint across the ocean. Flowing with vibrant color and shimmering textures created using real sea salt, this artwork captures the peaceful presence of a whale shark, complete with a hidden heart in its spot pattern.

Fun facts: Whale sharks are the largest shark species on Earth — sometimes growing over 30 feet long — yet they feed only on tiny plankton and krill. Their gentle nature is legendary. And each one is unique: just like human fingerprints, their spot patterns are used by scientists to identify individuals.

This painting is for the dreamers, the divers, the marine wildlife lovers. Whether you’ve seen one in person or it’s still on your list, may this artwork bring a little piece of the ocean’s magic into your space — and remind you that some dreams are absolutely worth chasing.

💙 Why You’ll Love It
🐋 Inspired by a Real Whale Shark Encounter – Painted after a life-changing trip.

🔎 Find the Hidden Heart – Just like their real-life spot patterns, this whale shark holds a unique secret for you to discover.

🧂 Made with Real Sea Salt – Unique ocean textures created by salt from the sea where the whale sharks swim.

♻️ Eco-Friendly & Archival – Painted on FSC-certified paper with vegan, non-toxic watercolors and shipped in plastic-free, sustainable packaging.

🎨 Museum-Quality – Professionally made to last for generations.

🌊 Bright, Flowing Watercolor Style – Whimsical and vivid, like a dream captured on paper.

🐚 Perfect For:
• Ocean lovers & divers
• Coastal homes & beach-themed decor
• Whale shark fans & sea life collectors
• Dream chasers & nature-inspired souls

💙 Bring this gentle giant into your home as a daily reminder of awe, resilience, and the joy that comes from swimming toward your dreams.

9"x12" with 1/4" border, watercolor and ink on 350lb cold press watercolor paper.

Originals are painted with archival paints on 100% cotton archival watercolor paper. 

Shipped with a signed Certificate of Authenticity

Originals are:

• Made with ecofriendly materials
• Vegan
• Non-toxic
• Shipped in sustainable packaging
  

*Note colors may shift slightly on different screens.

All originals come: signed, wrapped in a biodegradable protective sleeve with layers of protective packaging and in a rigid mailer.

Corners are protected and the package is marked fragile so that they arrive in pristine condition ready for you to frame.

Originals come with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

*Mini Originals DO NOT come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

✨ FREE Shipping to US and discounted to Canada (offer ends soon) ✨

Originals- Please allow 3 business days for me to sign and carefully prepare your piece for safe shipping.

DELIVERY:

Once your order has been processed, you will receive a shipment notification email with an estimated delivery date.

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RETURNS:

In the unlikely event your Original arrives damaged or the quality is not as expected, we have a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Please take a photo of the damage or imperfection, including the packaging and email it to us within the 30 days, and we will arrange a return or replacement for you.

No returns on sale/discounted items.

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YOUR SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
Your artwork will arrive in pristine condition as it is securely packaged, with care and attention.

In the extremely rare event that your artwork doesn't arrive in perfect condition, I have a 100% satisfaction guarantee for your peace of mind.

Contact us within 24hrs with details of the damage / quality issue and we will arrange for a replacement or refund for you.

Our art is made using eco-friendly and vegan materials, like archival water-based paints and inks, and FSC-certified papers.

Each piece is shipped in sustainable packaging, ensuring your art is as responsible as it is beautiful.

Finally, 10% of your order goes to wildlife and water conservation organizations.

Learn more about our commitment to sustainability here.