Shawn Mackey
101.6 x 76.2 cm
Baby is a tender and heart-warming portrait of love, protection, and the gentle bond between two manatees — a mother and her calf — drifting peacefully beneath the sea. Set in glowing layers of turquoise, aqua, and deep ocean blue, the painting captures the serene beauty of these gentle marine mammals in their natural underwater world.
Rich, textured brushstrokes give both manatees a soft, sculptural presence, while their soulful eyes and close positioning convey trust, warmth, and quiet connection. The mother hovers protectively above her calf, creating a natural embrace that fills the scene with calm and emotional depth.
Soothing, meaningful, and beautifully serene, Baby is a tribute to maternal love and the gentle rhythm of ocean life — a perfect statement piece for coastal homes, nurseries, beach cottages, and anyone who feels a deep connection to the peaceful spirit of the sea.