• Wategos Beach Surfers Wall Art Byron Bay NSW
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Matthew Philip

Wategos Beach Surfers Wall Art

Wategos Beach Surfers Wall Art

$80.00 AUD
$80.00 AUD
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Wategos Beach in Byron Bay, New South Wales. Surfers scattered through glassy green sea. 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

Wategos Beach Surfers Wall Art — Byron Bay, NSW

Surfers spread through glassy green water at Wategos Beach, with the rainforest headland and Cape Byron Lighthouse rising behind the sand. Shot on a still morning when the whole bay went to glass — the kind of conditions that empty every house in Byron at once.

Those mornings are why people live here. No wind, no chop, the water so clear you can watch turtles and dolphins moving through the lineup — both are regular visitors at Wategos — and everybody in town paddling out before work because you simply don't waste a day like it.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Australian aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Glassy water is deceptively difficult — there's no texture to hide behind and every flaw shows. The drone's 100MP Hasselblad camera holds the smooth green gradients clean while keeping each surfer razor sharp.

Calm and energy at the same time

The stillness of the water balances the movement of the surfers, which makes this piece lively without ever feeling busy. It suits living rooms, hallways, bedrooms and anywhere that needs life on the wall.

With the lighthouse on the ridge above, it's unmistakably Byron to anyone who knows it — and a beautiful piece of coastline to everyone who doesn't.

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 beaches he has personally visited and flown.

About The Location

These are the mornings people live in Byron for. No wind, no chop, the whole bay gone to glass — and half the town in the water before work, because you do not waste a day like it.

On conditions like this the water at Wategos goes so clear you can watch turtles and dolphins moving through the lineup. Both turn up here regularly, which still catches visitors completely off guard.

Glassy water is deceptively hard to photograph — there is no texture to hide behind and every flaw in the file shows up in the gradient. The 100MP Hasselblad on the Mavic 4 Pro keeps it clean while holding every surfer sharp, with Cape Byron Lighthouse standing on the ridge above the whole scene.

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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.