Beautifully Broken, Boldly Reimagined
Each piece I create is an honest reflection of life—imperfect, vibrant, and full of possibility. Inspired by nature and grounded in authenticity, I turn fragile fragments into joyful, one-of-a-kind works of art.
Each piece is created using natural eggshells from chickens, emus, and ostriches. I hand-paint the shells with layers of watercolour, ink, and gouache, then carefully break and reconstruct them into abstract compositions highlighted by gold metal leaf that explore themes of imperfection, resilience, and transformation.
The finished work is set in a custom-made solid wood frame—available in walnut, maple, cherry, or oak—each one chosen to complement the unique tone and texture of the art.
A Little About Me
Hi, I’m Kim Schott, I am a watercolour artist from Port Dover, Ontario Canada along the beautiful shores of Lake Erie. I create bright, happy art inspired by the natural world.
While studying to improve my watercolour technique I came across the work of Elissa Sheehan. I was drawn to her Kintsugi Eggshell work and before long I was obsessed. Working with broken eggshells is equal parts exciting and complicated. Their curved surfaces make every piece a challenge, and the way paint takes to their porous texture always surprises me. No two creations are ever the same.
I find joy and inspiration in the contemporary art world and the impressionist painters; Claire Desjardins’ bold abstracts, Mokshini’s playful takes on modern life, Gayle Kabaker’s stunning explorations of feminine beauty, Van Gogh's bold brushwork and incredible use of colour all influence my work.
My art is about celebrating resilience, transformation, and the beauty of imperfection.