Florida Seashells and Art

Sebastian, Florida, USA

Amanda Collett is a collector of seashells from around the world and author of the book, My Way of Shelling. She is a seashell artist and has many award-winning art pieces. Beachcombing is her favorite hobby. She strives to help people understand that shelling is fun and relaxing and that it doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram @amandas_oceantreasure. Photos and videos by Amanda Collett.

This video was part of the Virtual Beachcombing Festival on June 20, 2020.

Learn more about seashells

Learn more about identifying shells, the history of seashell collecting, great shelling beaches, and the lives of the animals who make the shells we find on the beach. Articles ›

No live shelling: Be sure shells are empty and sand dollars, sea stars, and sea urchins are no longer alive before you bring them home.