• Byron Bay Lighthouse Wategos Beach Canvas Art NSW
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Matthew Philip

Byron Bay Lighthouse Wall Art NSW

Byron Bay Lighthouse Wall Art NSW

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Cape Byron Lighthouse in Byron Bay, New South Wales. Reef and surfers in the ocean below the cliff stairs. Available as stretched canvas with or without a frame, or as a rolled fine art paper print.

  • 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

Byron Bay Lighthouse Wall Art — Cape Byron, New South Wales

Cape Byron Lighthouse sits white on the headland above Wategos Beach, rocks and rainforest falling away to turquoise water below. This aerial photograph holds Australia's most easterly point in a single frame — the lighthouse, the timber stairs down the cliff, the reef, and a full pack of surfers working the break beneath it.

Built in 1901, it is the most powerful lighthouse in Australia, and it marks the exact spot where the mainland runs out. Stand here at dawn and you are the first person on the continent to see the sun. Between June and November, humpbacks pass directly below on migration — close enough to watch from the lookout without binoculars.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Australian aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. This frame carries an unusual amount of information — architecture, cliff stairs, reef structure and a whole lineup of surfers — and the drone's 100MP Hasselblad camera keeps every element legible rather than letting the small detail dissolve at print size.

A genuine landmark, not just a landscape

Recognisable buildings give coastal art a story and a sense of place that open water never can. This piece suits living rooms, studies, offices and holiday homes, and it appeals as much to people who love maritime history as to surfers.

For anyone who has made the walk up to the lighthouse at sunrise, this is the whole of Cape Byron in one photograph.

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

This frame holds Australia's most easterly point in one shot — the lighthouse, the timber stairs cut down the cliff, the reef, and a full pack of surfers working the break below.

Cape Byron Lighthouse went up in 1901 and is the most powerful in the country. Stand on this headland at dawn and you are the first person on the Australian mainland to see the sun that day. Between June and November the humpbacks pass directly underneath.

There is a lot packed in here — architecture, stairs, reef, an entire lineup — and holding all of it legible at print size takes the 100MP Hasselblad on the Mavic 4 Pro. Of everything I shot at Byron, this is the frame that says the most in one image.

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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.