From the vibrant energy of our ‘Mosaic’ series to the ethereal grace of our ‘Gilded Lace’ designs, Simply Awesome celebrates the whale as both a local icon and a work of modern art. Each piece is hand-poured in our Hermanus studio, ensuring that no two journeys through the deep are ever the same
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A unique work of art that bridges the gap between reality and imagination, Ahoy celebrates the magic of the sea. By mounting a white whale and a tiny, detailed sailboat onto an organic driftwood base, this piece tells a silent story of companionship and adventure. It is a soulful, singular tribute to the explorers of the deep, designed for those who find wonder in the rhythms of the tide. Driftwood and Resin Composite Length: 43cm Width: 35cm Height : 40cm Weight: 3kg -
Artistry meets relaxation. Discover the beauty of the deep blue.
The Paint Your Own Whale Kit by Simply Awesome and Kairos Moulds elevates crafting into a true fine-art experience.
This premium kit features a highly detailed, hand-cast whale figurine designed by professional South African sculptor Carl Krim.
Built specifically to be proudly showcased, this kit includes a real, natural wood presentation block that turns your finished painting project into a sophisticated piece of home decor.
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Elevated Date Nights & Creative Workshops: Grab a kit, pour a drink, and enjoy a tactile, screen-free evening bringing this magnificent marine mammal to life. It’s an incredibly popular project for local artisan workshops and gatherings with friends.
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Premium Birthdays & Gifts: Skip generic presents and give a luxurious, ready-to-wrap art experience. It’s the ultimate gift for whale-watchers, art collectors, and marine conservation enthusiasts.
📦 Premium Kit Contents:
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1 x Hand-sculpted Whale Figurine (on natural display stand)
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6 x 10ml Assorted Premium Acrylic Pigments (Including rich blues and base tones)
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2 x Precision Brushes (Flat & Detail)
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1 x Painting Guide & Inspiration Card
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1 x Display Base
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A masterclass in form and tension. This hand-cast sculpture captures a moment of pure aspiration, featuring a powerful winged figure poised for flight atop a rugged, stone-textured base. Finished in a timeless weathered bronze with verdigris accents, it serves as a striking symbol of freedom and the enduring human spirit. Unlike a simple coat of paint, this finish is achieved through a multi-stage layering process designed to give the sculpture depth and a sense of age: Deep Toning: A dark base layer is applied to settle into the recessed areas of the sculpture. This creates natural shadows in the fur and the deep crevices, providing immediate anatomical “weight.” Metallic Bronzing: High points and muscular ridges are hand-rubbed with a rich bronze pigment. This captures the light, giving the piece the cold, heavy appearance of a traditional foundry casting while remaining a unique, hand-worked original. Resin Composite mounted on a mica embed rock from the Kaaimans river (Garden Route- South Africa) Length: 28cm Width: 32cm Height : 24cm Weight: 3kg -
Evocative and resonant, Deep Water Echo is a signature piece that captures the soulful essence of the ocean’s greatest travelers. This sculpture features the sleek, powerful silhouette of a whale, rendered with the textured, weathered finish that defines the collection. It serves as a visual representation of the low-frequency songs that travel hundreds of miles through the abyss—a tribute to the unseen connections and ancient rhythms of the deep. Stone/Resin Composite Length: 33cm Width: 16cm Height (Plinth dependent): 20cm Weight: 1,2kg -
A delicate balance of strength and light. This hand-cast sculpture features an intricate, open-work 'lace' design that reveals a warm, hand-painted golden interior. By stripping away the solid form, we invite you to see the ocean's grace from the inside out—a modern, ethereal tribute to the whales of the Overberg. Resin Composite Length: 33cm Width: 16cm Height (Plinth dependent): 20cm Weight: 600g -
Part of the Baby Series, this sculpture captures the Southern Right Whale in its most vulnerable and wondrous stage. With its rounded form and emerging callosities, The Little Wanderer celebrates the new life that graces our shores each season, embodying the enduring spirit of the ocean in a compact, powerful form. Resin Composite Length: 14cm Width: 7cm Height : 7cm Weight: 300g -
A creative journey into the ocean.
Celebrate the spirit of the sea with The Majestic Traveller Kit.
This luxury craft experience centers around a beautifully contoured, hand-cast whale sculpture, created from an original piece by professional master sculptor Carl Krim.
Built to honour the incredible marine life of the South African coast, this kit gives you a premium canvas to experiment with bold patterns, ocean gradients, and artistic details.
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Artisan Workshops & Gatherings: Bring your friends together for a unique, marine-inspired paint-and-sip workshop. The sweeping lines of the whale sculpture make it an incredibly satisfying and forgiving piece to paint, even for beginners.
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The Perfect Creative Escape: Whether used for a relaxing, screen-free date night or a therapeutic solo afternoon, this kit encourages you to slow down and enjoy the process.
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A Standout Gift: Packaged beautifully with professional-grade materials, it's a high-end gift that transforms into a spectacular piece of home decor long after the paint dries.
📦 What’s Inside the Box:
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1 x Hand-Cast Whale Sculpture (By Carl Krimchanski)
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5 x Paint Pigments (Red, Blue, Yellow, Black, White)
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2 x Artist Brushes (Medium and Fine Detail)
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1 x Finishing Varnish (To protect your piece and add a professional sheen)
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1 x Instruction Guide
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Unlike the standardized finishes of a set series, The Sibling Bond is a distinct exploration of contrast and natural harmony. This piece features two Southern Right Whale calves, cast in a striking bone-white finish that emphasizes their smooth, fluid lines and delicate callosity patterns. They are artfully integrated with a unique piece of reclaimed driftwood, creating a composition that feels both architectural and organic. Mounted on a warm, polished wooden base, it is a one-of-a-kind statement piece that captures the intimacy of life in the shallows. Driftwood and Resin Composite Length: 43cm Width: 35cm Height : 40cm Weight: 2,1kg -
Our Maritime Narrative series takes our classic Southern Right silhouette and fills it with the symbols of the sea. Each icon is individually hand-painted within the sculpture's framework, ensuring that your piece is not just a work of art, but a personalized collection of ocean memories. Resin Composite Length: 33cm Width: 16cm Height (Plinth dependent): 20cm Weight: 800 g -
Bring a splash of the ocean’s joy into your home. This whimsical take on the Southern Right whale celebrates the playful spirit of the sea. Featuring a bold, multi-colored palette set against a high-gloss black base, it’s a modern statement piece designed to start conversations and spark smiles. Stone/Resin Composite Length: 33cm Width: 16cm Height (Plinth dependent): 20cm Weight: 1,2kg