Easy epoxy resin beach art, using real sand!

In this video, I show you how easy it is to create an Epoxy Resin Beach, complete with natural sand and shells. I will show you how you can achieve white surf, too.
These two beach pieces inspired me from sitting on the beach with my family. I wanted to remind them of their trip from the UK to Australia. By using natural Western Australian sand, not only do they have something to remind them of their journey, but they also have a bit of Australia in their home.
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For this project, I used the following items:
• Placemat from Kmart (Australia)
• Sand for the shores of Western Australia
• Liquid Glass Resin from U Resin: bit.ly/LiquidGl...
• Colour Obsession Pigment - Teal
• Artisue Pigment - Jade
• Artisue Pigment - Sapphire
• Le Rez Expressions - Angel White: bit.ly/lerezmat...
• Shells
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This video has sparked your creativity and inspired you to create your own Epoxy Resin Beach Art, complete with natural sand.

[@sarabiu1]

you wouldn't believe how many of these videos I watched trying to find the best way.Yours is top notch ,the most realistic and I LOVE it

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 you have made my day 😍

[@Lupatrian]

I really like the one with the extra white. Beautiful.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@janeirvine8391]

I agree with everybody else - these are stunning! The seafoam is so realistic and mesmerizing. I'd love to have a triptych of these. It's so relaxing to look at them. Thank you for posting! Blessings on you & yours & all who read this!

[@SueFindlay]

I am planning to do a triptych of this very soon. :-)

[@prplipstk]

You are a true artist Sue, thank you for sharing your talent. My autistic son was watching over my shoulder then he laid his head down on me, positively captivated. I had him out kayaking with dolphins by age 2 so the beach has deep meaning for us. You have inspired me, I will make a couple of these pieces for him. xx :)

[@SueFindlay]

How lovely, your son will adore them. 💕

[@karihowry2396]

This is amazing. Your techniques will help with my own beach art. Thank you for sharing.

[@SueFindlay]

Glad to be of assistance 💕

[@barbarahastings6285]

Very very nice especially how you show the white over the sand making it look so authentic

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you so much 😊

[@karenredmond5237]

This is amazing. I love how you made the white look like actual seafoam! I can't wait to see more from you. Thank you!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@sanzpantz]

@karenredmond5237, AGREE... my exact response to the seafoam technique !

[@tinyku]

My mother in law moved near the ocean last year and we went for a visit this summer. My boys are 5 and 7 and we wanted to make some kind of beach art, they collected a bag of sea shells and I think this would be the perfect thing to try for them to make this year for a christmas gift for grandma

[@SueFindlay]

Nice. Note, I wouldn't recommend allowing your children to work with resin. Resin is a chemical and many people have developed allergic reactions. My suggestion is to get your boys to glue the shells to a board. You could always add resin at a later date. 💕

[@shirleybadilla8934]

Thank you very much for such a good tutorial, thank you for sharing your knowledge, and thank you for leaving the description so complete in my language has been a great help

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you’re very welcome 💕

[@juliematthews7932]

Fabulous Sue, I'm feeling really inspired by your work and going to give it a crack for the first time!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, good luck 🤞🏻

[@southfloridalouisebarber9136]

I absolutely adore the outcome of both of your projects! Thank you for the time you talk to teach us.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you're very welcome 💕

[@daidonttalkaboutyourdamnki7955]

If your piece were horrible, i would still never miss your narration. your voice and accent is miraculously beautiful.

[@SueFindlay]

haha, thank you 💕 I don't like to watch or listen to my videos, because of my accent LOL

[@virgoblue6759]

Phenomenal work, the colors, the technique, everything is outstanding. You’re amazing and thanks for sharing!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you're welcome 💕

[@noonicah519]

The one with the most white is stunning!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@stevesawyer6138]

Thanks for sharing this is one of best that I have seen

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you're very welcome 💕

[@garfld2012]

I love this video! The best one I've seen so far! Thanks for sharing!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, glad you like it. 💕

[@vilian4373]

Very informative video, and the end result is just stunning. Thank you for sharing!

[@SueFindlay]

You’re welcome 💕

[@alizaarts5722]

you do the best beach art work!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@CraftsWithKripa]

Absolutely lovely...love the way the cells are created. Thanks for the inspiration. Hoping to do one of my own soon

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you and you’re welcome 💕

[@csbmb130]

So amazing Beach awesome work

[@SueFindlay]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@notafan6]

This is the best piece of doable art I've seen. I'm totally new to this. Would one of you help me out and tell me what exactly I would need to do this myself? Moslty what kind of resin and paint to use.

[@SueFindlay]

Hi Tyler, I started out by watching as many beginner videos as I could to help me get started. I have listed all the products I have used in the description below the video.

[@notafan6]

Thanks! I really want to do this with my beach loving mom.

[@lauraparsons7]

Did you wait from laying down the sand to doing the colors?

[@alanjoanhere]

Thanks for a great video. I am casting Live Edge Tables with an epoxy river connecting the two slabs. I have not worked with sand before but a customer requested it and your video was very helpful. Thank you again

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, I am glad it was helpful. Good luck with your project. 😁

[@xoxoxivoryxoxox]

i would love to make one of these some day soon! never done anything like it, but these are beautiful!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@aunttata01]

Absolutely beautiful! Keep them coming!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, I have a commission to do in the next few weeks. I will share how it goes. 😁

[@annielove4443]

This is the first time I've seen anything like this, and I just fell in love! What an amazing talent you have. What type of a tint to you use to dye the resin, and what are people referring to when they ask about "cells"?

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 Firstly, I have listed all of the products used in the description below the video. Cells and lacing refers to the way the white breaks up to reveal the colours below.

[@edwardfortae2350]

Best example out there. Simple process for a very good effect.

[@SueFindlay]

Glad you think so! 😁

[@sandyshinno4050]

Love your too Love your tutorials. So easy to follow. Did you use it on a board or placemat. Your list said placemat. If it’s a placemat, love that idea. I look forward to your videos. I learn so much and it inspires me. I am a newbie in resin. My medium is acrylic painting. Thank you.

[@SueFindlay]

I did use a placemat, quite often I use the placemats when I am experimenting. 💕

[@sandyshinno4050]

Thank you for your quick reply. I will try it on placemat. Sandy

[@flowersflowers5070]

It is so realistic. I can feel the breeze and smell the salty sea. Thanks for the idea. I know I will be doing this.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, glad it has inspired you to create your own version. 💕

[@pikeandike]

Hi Sue, do the cells appear because of the pigment you used or is it from the resin? Great piece! I would love to try this!

[@SueFindlay]

It is a combination of both, I have found the Le Rez Angel White paste to be the best for making cells and lacing. Heat plays a big factor also, I find it more difficult in the winter to achieve cells and lacing. So the use of a blow torch definitely helps. Just be careful not to burn your resin when using heat. Plus, always wear the appropriate safety gear when torching. The thicker your resin, the harder it is to achieve cells and lacing as well.

[@debramoran7064]

What did you put in the paint for it to make cells

[@seemabraja3280]

@@SueFindlay o

[@pierluigifogliato3670]

@@debramoran7064 I've read that you can use a generic white with the addition of a little bit of a silicon spray to make good cells!

[@deborahrussell5529]

Superb as always. Thanks Sue.

[@SueFindlay]

Deborah Russell thank you 💕

[@jeffhein7275]

Beautiful work, Sue! You have a great talent. New subscriber. :)

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you Jeff 💕

[@Nrscathy60]

Do you ever do your pieces in layers, one day sand next day water then another layer of water? It will give more depth to your lovely pieces.

[@sharonbayger5387]

I love your videos. You don’t waste time unnecessarily and your ideas are artistic and easy to follow

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@kimfromnewzealand8768]

♥ You really have made this look easy (I'm sure it's not) First video I've seen that makes me feel like I could do this, thank you :-)

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 the trick is to not over work it 💕

[@dinoLomedico]

Have been to Hawaii, swam and body surfed, The colors capture, and rekindle my memories . it is surreal. Maybe you have already, introduced rocks on your creations . I wonder if a tad of gray may communicate fish or a shark . You know Sue, you have something very special .

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 thanks for the ideas 😍

[@vinnyfattore4746]

Hi Sue, Im going to attempt this tomorrow. I was to curious to know how much pigment you put in each cup for one of these art pieces? Im so excited!!! Your work is amazing.

[@SueFindlay]

I don't use a lot, I don't measure it as such, I scoop about a quarter of a teaspoon. When mixed in the resin, lift your stick out and let it run back into the cup, you will be able to see if the resin is still transparent and if you need to add more pigment. 💕

[@pamcoles2530]

Fantastic Sue, your videos make it look easy 👍 can’t wait to try it, lovely memories for your family

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@d25music]

Gorgeous! I’m guessing you add a way to hang it up before you create the art? I would love to have a bunch of these.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 I glue a hanger d-ring to the back, using resin. I do this after I have created it, so I know which way is up.

[@tammylowman5973]

Very Informative and beautiful! I am looking forward to trying this out!

[@SueFindlay]

Have fun! 😁

[@katieussery8539]

How much resin did you use for this project? I am in love with this! You did a brilliant job on them!

[@SueFindlay]

I used about 250mls of resin. 💕

[@kimberlygilbert4529]

Thank you Sue, you have inspired me to quit work and retire do resin art for art shows. I started in July I and I sold my first 3. I used real sand from Lake Superior but I use liquid glue to hold it together then I resin over everything. I am making 5 today for an art show this weekend. Thank you so much for you inspiration. I really need to order the white for the waves but I have not been able to get it as it has been on backorder. Waves are the hardest part for me. I find it not as easy as yo make it. I am a very messy resin artist. I have never worked with resin but once I got my fingers in it I was sucked in to the silkiness of the paint I was doomed. My 4 year old granddaughter said "Nana you just can't wait to get your fingers into the paint again can you". Out of the mouth of babes. Thanks for sharing your work with us.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure Kimberly, resin does have that addictive nature to it. Congratulations on sell your first 3 and good luck with your art show. I hope you make lots of sales 💕

[@judyhyland9483]

I live in Nebraska...had to buy sand. Hahahahaha

[@SueFindlay]

💕

[@nancyblair9862]

Just like me! I live in Arizona, but love the ocean and want to put it on my walls!😅😂🤣😂😅

[@apexkearney]

Same. Thinking of just going to a swimming hole and taking a jar.

[@ashokamalaweerathilaka7133]

Thank you so much for sharing your video. Love it verymuch

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@justno8358]

I don't know why I'm even bothering to watch these videos, I'm not going to even try any of this because I'm as skint as an old beggar.

[@SueFindlay]

Ha ha, thank you for watching anyway. 💕

[@justno8358]

No joke, well done it looks amazing

[@sanzpantz]

@Sue Findlay ~ Brilliant! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful techniques.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 😁

[@rviji8]

One of the best art I've come across! Thanks for the video!

[@SueFindlay]

Glad you like it! Thank you 💕

[@angelabarton2551]

It actually does look like the waves of the see with the shells washed up on the shore , more beautiful art!!👍🏵🌺🌹🌷🌻

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@angelabarton2551]

@@SueFindlay YOUR VERY WELCOME.👍🏵🌺🌹

[@michellecrist653]

The lacing is gorgeous

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@seangillespie4601]

Wonderful tutorial thank you so much, never would have thought about using clear to better discern wave lines

[@SueFindlay]

Glad it was helpful! 😁

[@mikelastmanstanding6078]

Loved that you explained your process and color mixture!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@lalune59]

You have inspired me. I love the one with lots of White Sea foam

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 I am delighted this video has inspired you 💕

[@KittyLovesGlover]

O. M. Gosh!!! I NEED to make this. When I go back home to my home town in NH, I can get sand and shells from my favorite beach, and take it back to Maine after vacation. Then I can have a piece of my beach with me! :D Thanks for the tutorial!

[@SueFindlay]

You're very welcome 💕

[@janadarnold2500]

Best wave action I’ve seen by anyone

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, you have made my day 💕

[@deborahcohen1309]

ty for this tutorial~ so beautiful and generous of you to share~!

[@SueFindlay]

You are so welcome! 😁

[@Roxy4utube]

I LOVED THIS VIDEO! I subscribed & pressed your bell! I live 3 minutes from the beach! I think I shall visit the beach tomorrow & pick up a bag of sand! Thank you so much! 🤗🐇💗💕. So inspired from your video!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, I am delighted you found it to be inspirational. Good luck with your project 💕

[@sandramrivera6508]

Beautiful. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 💕

[@SashasRevenge]

I really love how you did this, the tapping with your fingers really does give it a true ocean effect. Thank you for sharing you techniques, very kind of you to do that.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 💕

[@sharronsanders6610]

Very nice! Luv it and the ocean💓💓💓

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@klerain5774]

Fantastic work. Thank you for sharing

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@craftingwiththesassychicks1956]

These turned out amazing

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@aquaresin9520]

Looks fabulous!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@JulyValerie]

I have been struggling with natural white waves and your explanation was the best! Thank you!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching 💕

[@naptimecreations]

Very pretty, I need to get that lerez white asap

[@SueFindlay]

Yes, you do, it’s gorgeous. 😉

[@deborahdavies5560]

I so love it you are so gifted

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, very kind of you to say 💕

[@Amesu100]

That look's very good.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@shaniadryburgh]

You have inspired me!!! Love this.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, I am delighted it gave you inspiration 💕

[@mahparaali1389]

Ur the queen of resin art

[@SueFindlay]

Very kind of you 💕

[@PlusPassie]

Thank you for this video. Great inspiration. I leave near the beach, so great gift for family and friends! 👍🏻❤️

[@SueFindlay]

Yes, my family loved their gifts 💕

[@adithyapandji3840]

You deserve more than 1M views and subscribers. Thanks!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 I hope to get there one day 😍

[@adithyapandji3840]

I will happy for it 😘

[@nancyhudgins8369]

I love both of these. Great creations

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@cinnamoewoll]

Wow this is phenomenal

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@h2osun606]

Straordinariamente fantastica ❤. Una vera artista⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@SueFindlay]

Very kind, thank you 💕

[@VeniceGwenelope]

You are so absolutely freaking talented! I’m a fan! I want to try resin because of you!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@AK-ru3sg]

Long way to go for the sand, Sue. I reckon what you get on Formby beach would do the job.

[@SueFindlay]

Interesting, I used to live in Formby, UK (I am assuming there is only one). Just make sure your sand is fully dry and run it through a sieve to remove any unwanted debris. Good luck 💕

[@wbarwegen]

Thank you for your very detailed explanation! I'm going to get started!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@lewisbarrow9449]

Fantastic, I was umming and aring until you did the heat gun on x2 and wow ❤amazing

[@SueFindlay]

They all go through an ugly stage. Some stay that way, I might add, 😆 but others come good. 😁

[@lisaleone2296]

That is absolutely gorgeous. Gives me inspiration for a birthday gift for my best friend.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@LelaE34]

This is really pretty. 🐚

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@donnacowell7415]

You are so great to share these wonderful art pieces. You make it look so easy.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, it isn't difficult, you just need to believe that you can do it and my best tip I can give you, is don't over work it (or think it). Just go for it!

[@tinaprocaccini4351]

They are very beautiful

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@samanthajohnson3368]

Stunning.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@josephinesustek187]

Beautiful,thank you for sharing.

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 💕

[@AngelitoDiegoGarcia]

Awesome thank younfor sharing your talent with us young artists

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@dianemhaynes]

Beautiful!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@LorenasChesed1beads]

It's fantastic!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you! 💕

[@nailaarts01]

Than you Sue. Inspirational as always! I have been planning to do the resin beach scene but the ideas were overwhelming for me. You make it look easy! Since I have the supplies will try this. Thanks for sharing.

[@SueFindlay]

You’re welcome, I always try to find an easy way to achieve the best results. I am delighted this video has inspired to give it a go 💕

[@kookabelt]

So beautifull!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@1951Roy]

Love the beach Art from Florida.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@NevadaFlorida]

This is absolutely beautiful, it’s my first time watching you. These beach scenes are incredible.

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you, glad you like them 💕

[@damaris1366]

I tried this technique with a tray and the colors mixed into the sand.

[@diannestagner5472]

I LOVE this video and it is just perfect because I am going to be making epoxy resin gifts for Christmas and almost everyone on my list is a beach lover! Thank you so much!

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure 💕

[@SummerS95Kj]

Thank-you for a fantastic video with such clear instructions! I can’t wait to try!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 💕

[@mikaelatomlinson2396]

This is amazing. The hardest part about moving from home is missing the beach. I can't wait to recreate this work and see the look on my moms face when she has a small part of her first love to cherish forever. 😍😍💞💞💞💞

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕 I am sure your mum will cherish it forever 😍

[@ruthiebecker2360]

Wonderful work🙂💖

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 🥰

[@angelawhitworth528]

Outstanding!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@ivonnemistudio9433]

Absolutely fantastic 👏👏👏 I’ve used the LèRez white & it’s better than any other. However, using a white tint “base” colour from Bunnings is truly phenomenal. I get the white & the black. They produce the most amazing cells in resin but also can be used in acrylics (adding Floetrol to it) it’s cheap as chips $7.80/300ml & 1/2 teaspoon in a full cup of resin will give a solid opaque finish. A little bit goes a long way. I did a piece for Shauna & James in Perth months ago. It’s a black & white 80cm lazy susan with fantastic cells.

[@SueFindlay]

Thanks for the tip 💕

[@simonehathaway8114]

Love it 😍 ❣️👍👍

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@bernardopedro2892]

Amazing, it looks crazy good!!!!!!!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@racheltoner1906]

Thank you for such a clear tutorial 🙌

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure, thank you for watching. 💕

[@aproxinate2031]

Awesooooome. Thanks for this simple tutorial. Can't wait to give it a try😊

[@SueFindlay]

My pleasure and good luck 💕

[@marsharn53]

Love the colors and technique!

[@SueFindlay]

Thank you 💕

[@inspiredcaroline24]

I can almost hear the waves! Beautiful. Having 95% success on a small coaster, I am going to try again with a slightly larger base (recycling a paint pour that I didn't like). As always with anything, I procrastinate and get nervous (that's just me). I find watching a few experts do their 'thang', helps to get me in the zone and feel less anxious. I'm excited too as I received some new pigments & inks today!! Obviously I am still a beginner. Unfortunately I am also a perfectionist🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️..... Tyfs your creativity and invaluable skills. Might have to watch a few more videos before I begin, lol😁. C🌊🐾🐾

[@SueFindlay]

I am better on larger pieces, I don't get the right results on smaller stuff, so I don't bother. It is virtually impossible to get a perfect piece, so you are best to accept that it is not perfect and realise that to somebody else it will be perfect. The imperfections are what makes it unique, it shows that it was made by hand. If people want perfect, they can buy mass produced factory made stuff for a fraction of the cost. 💕