Sammys Beach Ruby II | Pressed by the Sea

Crimson Tides in Stillness

Gathered from the shoreline of Sammys Beach in East Hampton, this vivid ruby-red seaweed has been hand-pressed and preserved in a horizontal composition that echoes the quiet rhythm of coastal waters. Mounted over dusty sand suminagashi-marble paper, the flow of the ink mimics the ebb and sway of tidepools—adding depth, motion, and a soft graphic stillness.

Where Nature Meets Artisan Technique

Every background in our Pressed by the Sea series is made using suminagashi, a centuries-old Japanese marbling method known as “floating ink.” This naturalistic backdrop pairs beautifully with each seaweed specimen, whose shape, color, and structure are preserved through a careful hand-pressing process in our studio. Each finished piece is a poetic blend of marine flora and modern design.

Mounted & Ready to Frame

This artwork is professionally matted to 14" x 11" with an image window of 9½" x 6½", in a landscape orientation. Archival, gallery-white mat board ensures the piece is ready to drop into any standard frame. Every composition is hand-assembled at our East Hampton studio, and no two are alike.

A Moment from the Shoreline

Part of the Suminagashi Impressions series within our broader Suminagashi Springs collection, Sammys Beach Ruby II invites quiet contemplation. Ideal for those drawn to coastal landscapes, marine biology, or minimalist naturalism—this is art that captures a moment in tide and time.

Pressed by the Sea

CEDAR Y SAND’s Pressed by the Sea series pairs locally collected seaweeds with artisan papers, creating frameable studies that reflect both the elegance of marine life and the beauty of handmade process. All artworks in this series are matted and ready to display.