Cshel design is inspired by remote ocean wildernesses and tiny things.
From swimming with baby octopi to foraging for mycelium in the forests, such things are vital to my well being, reminding me of all the interconnection in the world.
Long sailing voyages and visions from remote cultures have been the spark that fueled the desire to be able to work remotely, expressing creativity, designs, and wonder. Spending 9 years sailing across the Pacific Ocean in a 37’ Pacific SeaCraft named Viandante, living at the whim of the elements I fell in love with the freedom adventure inspires.
Then the Pandemic in 2020 hit, and I was home bound for the mountains of Trinity County, CA, all classes were online, and this became the perfect recipe to study Fine Art and Graphic Design.