• Palm Beach Surfers Wall Art Gold Coast QLD
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Matthew Philip

Palm Beach Surfers Framed Wall Art Gold Coast

Palm Beach Surfers Framed Wall Art Gold Coast

$80.00 AUD
$80.00 AUD
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Palm Beach on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Two dozen surfers scattered across glassy turquoise 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

Palm Beach Surfers Framed Wall Art — Gold Coast, Queensland

Two dozen surfers sit scattered across glassy turquoise water off Palm Beach, waiting on the next set. From above, a lineup stops being a crowd and becomes a pattern — boards and bodies spread across the shallows like markings on a page.

That's the transformation aerial photography makes. On the sand you'd call this a crowded morning and probably paddle further up the beach. From fifty metres up it becomes composition: rhythm, spacing, and the strange order that emerges in a lineup without anyone organising it.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Australian aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Every one of those figures has to hold at print size or the pattern collapses into specks — and the drone's 100MP Hasselblad camera keeps each surfer individually sharp, right down to their boards.

Graphic, calm, and quietly absorbing

Because it reads as pattern rather than action, this piece is far calmer than a typical surf print while still being full of life. It suits living rooms, offices, hallways and contemporary interiors.

It rewards a long look, too — the longer you spend with it, the more you notice about how the pack has arranged itself.

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

This is the transformation aerial photography makes. On the sand you would call this a crowded morning and probably paddle further up the beach. From fifty metres up it becomes composition.

Two dozen surfers spread across glassy turquoise like markings on a page — rhythm, spacing, and the strange order that appears in a lineup without anybody organising it.

Every one of those figures has to hold at print size or the whole pattern collapses into specks. The 100MP Hasselblad on the Mavic 4 Pro keeps each surfer individually sharp, right down to their boards. It is a frame that rewards a long look.

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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.