Stay Curious - Whimsy Octopus Paper Print for Ocean Lovers

A tiny creature with a big lesson to share.

Stay Curious is a vibrant watercolor inspired by the remarkable Blue-Ringed Octopus, small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, yet one of the most powerful beings in the ocean. Beautiful and delicate, but also fiercely venomous when it needs to be.

This piece is a reminder to behold the world with wonder, to let the magic of nature mesmerize you, and to embrace that beautiful balance between gentleness and strength.

Painted with eco-friendly watercolors and flourished with real ocean salt, the soft, organic blooms across the surface hold a rhythm and life of their own, a little bit of the sea forever captured in paint.

Stay Curious is for those who seek meaning in the small things, who find joy in discovery, and who never stop exploring the magic that exists all around us.

Why You’ll Love It:

🐙 Born of the Sea – Inspired by the incredible Blue-Ringed Octopus, a symbol of curiosity, balance, and quiet power.

🧂 Made with Real Ocean Salt – The soft, natural textures in the background are formed by real salt from the sea.

♻️ Sustainably Made – Archival-quality FSC-certified canvas/paper and vegan, non-toxic inks, shipped sustainably.

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

🌊 Vibrant, Flowing Watercolor Style – Whimsical, bright, and full of life, like the sea itself.

💧 Meaningful Symbolism – A daily reminder to live with awe, stay curious, and embrace both gentleness and strength.

🐚 Perfect For:
• Octopus fans
• Ocean lovers and divers
• Nature-inspired dreamers and seekers
• Readers of Remarkably Bright Creatures or fans of My Octopus Teacher
• Modern or coastal home décor
• Thoughtful gifts that inspire wonder and reflection

💜 Bring this small but mighty octopus into your home as a symbol of curiosity, courage, and the magic that unfolds when you stay open to the world around you.

• Giclée prints come on enhanced matte premium fine art paper that is museum-quality heavyweight fine art print material with a textured, clean finish to emphasize color, detail, and mimic watercolor paper.
• All paper prints are printed with a 0.25 inch (0.64 cm) pure white border for ease of framing.
• Framed prints come with a 2" white mat border and hanging hardware already installed on the back.
• Prints are printed with water-based inks and are acid-free and plastic-free. 
• All prints come on eco-friendly FSC-Certified (Forest Service Counsel) paper.

Every print is made to order, reducing excess inventory and minimizing environmental impact. Each piece is carefully crafted just for you, ensuring that no resources are wasted in the process.

It usually takes 2-7 days to print an order and then 2-7 days for shipping. Please allow for 14 days to receive your order once it is placed.

All paper prints come signed.

All unframed paper prints come wrapped in tissue paper and safely rolled in a sturdy postal tube with recycled plastic ends. Small paper prints may be mailed in a flat envelope.

All framed paper prints come with corner protectors, wrapped in recycled plastic and in a cardboard box labeled FRAGILE.

✨ FREE Worldwide Shipping (offer ends soon) ✨

All US print orders are fulfilled by a U.S. fine art print company.

All International print orders are fulfilled by a fine art print company nearest you, as such no customs duties or taxes will be incurred.

It usually takes 2-7 days to print an order and then 2-7 days for shipping. Please allow for 14 days to receive your order once it is placed.

DELIVERY:

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

RETURNS:

Prints are made to order in your chosen size, therefore not returnable. In the unlikely event your print 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 replacement or refund for you.

No returns on sale/discounted items.

All major cards accepted / PayPal / Shop / GooglePay / Venmo

Please rest assured that these are NOT cheap reproductions. It has taken us a lot of time and trial and error to find techniques that we feel captures the true colors and quality of the original.

Each piece has been carefully profiled for fantastically accurate and consistent reproductions using superior giclée printing techniques, that will last a lifetime (100+ years) with appropriate care. 

Our prints are hand-produced using premium enhanced matte fine art paper (200gsm) or premium (Daguerre) fine art quality canvas (400gsm).

All International print orders are captured on premium fine art paper, fulfilled locally by an EU fine art print company that I have carefully selected, so that you receive your order faster and there are no customs charges.

The prints are of exceptional quality and capture almost all the detail of the original.  

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 me within 24hrs with details of the damage / quality issue and I will arrange for a replacement for you or a full refund.

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

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.