• Gannet Rock aerial canvas wall art Dunsborough
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Matthew Philip

Gannet Rock Canvas Wall Art Dunsborough

Gannet Rock Canvas Wall Art Dunsborough

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Gannet Rock from directly above — pale granite ringed by reef in glass-clear Geographe Bay. One strong subject, complete calm around it: a centrepiece that holds a room without noise.

  • Ready to hang with included mounting hardware
  • Fade-resistant inks rated for 100+ years
  • UL Greenguard Gold certified, non-toxic inks
  • FSC-certified sustainable pine wood frame
  • Cotton-polyester canvas composite construction
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Gannet Rock Canvas Wall Art — Dunsborough, Western Australia

Gannet Rock sits alone off the Dunsborough coast, a granite outcrop ringed by reef in water clear enough to see every ledge beneath it. This aerial photograph looks straight down on it — the rock pale against the turquoise, the reef fanning out around its base like a shadow.

It is the kind of subject a drone photographer dreams about: one clean landmark, endless clear water, and nothing else to complicate the frame. Sheltered inside Geographe Bay behind Cape Naturaliste, the water here regularly goes flat and transparent, making Gannet Rock a long-standing favourite for divers, snorkellers and boats out of Dunsborough.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Australian aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Shot from directly overhead, the transparency of Geographe Bay does the work — rock, reef and sand all reading cleanly through the surface — while the drone's 100MP Hasselblad camera keeps the granite grain and reef edges sharp at every print size, including large format.

A quieter kind of drama

This piece works on a single strong subject surrounded by calm, which is a rare and very effective composition on a wall. The eye goes straight to the rock and then wanders out through the reef, so it holds attention without any visual noise at all.

It suits living rooms, offices, entryways and contemporary interiors, and it's the natural centrepiece for anyone whose life down here involves a boat, a dive tank or a mask and snorkel. Sometimes the strongest frame is simply the simplest one.

Available as a fine art paper print or stretched canvas, with black, oak and white framing options across a full range of sizes. Every artwork in the Matthew Philip collection comes from his own aerial photographs of places he has personally visited and flown.

About The Location

Gannet Rock is the kind of subject a drone photographer daydreams about — one clean landmark, endless clear water, nothing else in the way. It sits on its own off the Dunsborough coast, ringed by reef, with boats and dive charters coming out to it all summer.

I flew straight over the top and pointed the camera down, which puts all the pressure on the water. Geographe Bay delivered — rock, reef and sand all reading clean through the surface, the granite pale against the turquoise and the reef fanning out around its base like a shadow.

The 100MP Hasselblad on the Mavic 4 Pro keeps the granite grain crisp even at large sizes. I could have added a boat or a snorkeller for scale and chose not to — this one is better on its own. Sometimes the strongest frame is just the simplest one.

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Frequently asked questions

All canvas prints on this site are made to order—I print each one specifically for you using museum-quality materials, which means a 3–4 week production and delivery window within Australia. This isn't a warehouse clearance; it's a custom-made product crafted to last decades. If you're ordering before a specific date, get in touch and I can often prioritize your print. Free shipping applies Australia-wide, and you'll receive tracking so you know exactly when your piece is arriving.

Paper and poster prints ship much faster—typically 1-2 business days to anywhere in the world, with free international shipping included. If you need your aerial photography print urgently, this is the best option. The paper is archival-grade (same fade-resistant, professional-quality stock I use in gallery prints), so despite the quicker turnaround, you're not compromising on longevity.

Canvas prints ship ready to hang with your choice of frame style at checkout: black, white, or natural oak. Each frame is specifically designed to complement the composition of the aerial photography and arrives attached and ready to display. If you prefer an unframed print, that's available too—giving you the flexibility to source custom framing locally or match existing décor. Paper prints come unframed but can be ordered with frame recommendations included in your package.

Canvas prints are stretched across 390gsm acid-free poly-cotton matte canvas—the same archival-quality material used by professional galleries and museums for fine art. The inks are fade-resistant and non-toxic, rated for 100+ years without noticeable color shift when kept out of direct sunlight. Paper prints come in three finishes: matte (museum-grade), semi-gloss (vibrant), or fine art paper, all archival-rated. As a Perth-based aerial photographer who has shot every image on this site, I've invested in materials that will outlast the trends—your print is an investment in something that lasts.

Canvas and paper prints are low-maintenance. Keep them away from prolonged direct sunlight (which fades any print over decades) and humidity extremes. If dust settles on canvas, a soft, dry, lint-free cloth does the job—no cleaners needed. Paper prints benefit from framing behind glass or acrylic, which provides UV protection and makes them virtually maintenance-free. Both formats are designed to age gracefully; many customers report their prints looking exactly as vibrant 10+ years later.

I stand behind every print. If your canvas or paper print arrives damaged, the colors aren't right, or anything doesn't meet your expectations, contact me immediately with photos. I'll remake it or refund you—no questions, no process. This isn't just a returns policy; it's a commitment to your satisfaction. Email matt@matthewphilip.com and we'll resolve it within 48 hours.