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Matthew Philip

Palm Beach Surfers Beach Prints Gold Coast

Palm Beach Surfers Beach Prints Gold Coast

$80.00 AUD
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Palm Beach on the Gold Coast, Queensland. A rock shelf into turquoise sea, surfers beyond it, headlands fading north. 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

Palm Beach Surfers Beach Prints — Gold Coast, Queensland

A rocky shelf juts into the turquoise at Palm Beach with surfers waiting in the deeper water beyond it. The coastline runs away to the north in a long soft curve — headland after headland fading into haze.

That receding line of headlands is the whole Gold Coast laid out in order. From Palm Beach you can trace the coast north through Burleigh, Broadbeach and on to Surfers, each point stepping a little further into the distance until the haze takes them.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Australian aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Receding headlands are where atmospheric haze destroys a photograph — the far ones turn to flat grey shapes. The drone's 100MP Hasselblad camera keeps definition in each one while holding the near rock shelf and surfers sharp.

Perspective that opens a room

The layered recede creates real depth on a wall, making a space feel larger and further — particularly effective in hallways, smaller rooms and apartments.

The rock shelf gives it structure in the foreground; the fading headlands give it distance. Together they make one of the most three-dimensional frames in the Queensland collection.

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

That receding line of headlands is the whole Gold Coast laid out in order. From Palm Beach you can trace the coast north through Burleigh and Broadbeach and on toward Surfers, each point stepping further into the distance until the haze takes them.

I framed it with the rocky shelf jutting into the turquoise in the foreground and the surfers waiting in deeper water beyond it.

Receding headlands are exactly where atmospheric haze destroys a photograph — the far ones flatten into grey shapes. The 100MP Hasselblad on the Mavic 4 Pro keeps definition in each one while holding the near rock sharp. It is the most three-dimensional frame I have from this coast.

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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.