• Manta Ray Island above its turquoise lagoon in Fiji printed on stretched canvas
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Matthew Philip

Manta Ray Island Fiji Canvas Art

Manta Ray Island Fiji Canvas Art

$80.00 AUD
$80.00 AUD
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A long green island lying along the top of the frame at Manta Ray Island, Fiji, with the whole bottom half given over to turquoise water and a few small boats at anchor. Bright and calm. Canvas or fine art paper.

  • 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
Frame Style: Stretched Canvas
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Product Description

Manta Ray Island Fiji Canvas Art: The Lagoon from Above

The island sits along the top of the frame and the entire bottom half is water. That is the decision this picture is built on. Manta Ray Island in Fiji runs green and unbroken across the horizon, and below it the lagoon opens out in bands of turquoise with a few small boats sitting still on it.

Giving that much of a frame to open water only works if the water has something to say. Here it does: coral shadows move through the shallows in long dark shapes, so the surface is never empty even where there is nothing floating on it.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Its 100MP Hasselblad camera keeps the reef structure readable under the surface glare, which is the difference between a lagoon that has depth and one that looks like flat paint.

Where it works

Calm, wide and low-contrast, which makes it one of the best pieces here for a bedroom, a bathroom or a hallway that needs to feel bigger than it is. The unbroken band of green along the top gives it a natural place to sit above furniture.

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 photographs of places he has personally visited and flown.

About The Location

This one is mostly water on purpose. The island runs along the top and everything below it is lagoon, which is a risky way to build a picture. Half a frame of open water is either the best part or the emptiest part, and there is not much in between.

It works here because the reef is not uniform. Dark coral runs through the shallows in long shapes and the sand channels between them stay pale, so there is always something for the eye to follow even where nothing is floating on the surface.

Shot on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro with the 100MP Hasselblad camera. Reading structure through surface glare is the difference between water with depth in it and water that prints like flat paint.

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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.