• The reef and turquoise channel at Yanchep Lagoon, printed on stretched canvas
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Matthew Philip

Yanchep Lagoon Framed Print

Yanchep Lagoon Framed Print

$80.00 AUD
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Close in over the shallows at Yanchep Lagoon: dark reef running across the frame, pale sand glowing through the water and a deep turquoise channel cut into the middle. 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

Yanchep Lagoon Framed Print — Perth's Northern Coast, WA

Close in over the shallows at Yanchep Lagoon. A band of dark reef runs diagonally across the frame with white water breaking along its edge, pale sand glows through the water either side, and a deep turquoise channel cuts into the middle of it with swimmers drifting nearby.

This is the detail you never see from the beach. The lagoon is not one flat pool, it is reef and sand and channel, and the colour changes every time the depth does.

Original aerial photography by Matthew Philip

Personally shot by Perth-based aerial photographer Matthew Philip on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Its 100MP Hasselblad camera reads reef structure through the water and holds the swimmers sharp against it, so a large print lets you follow the shape of the channel as it runs.

Colour and texture

Because the frame is almost entirely water and reef, this piece sits close to abstract while remaining a faithful record of a real place. The turquoise is genuinely that colour.

It suits living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and contemporary interiors, and rewards closer viewing than a wide beach scene usually does.

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

From the sand the lagoon looks like one flat pool. It is not. It is reef and sand and channel, and the colour changes every time the depth does.

I brought the drone right down for this one. A band of reef runs diagonally with white water along its edge, pale sand either side, and a deep turquoise channel cut into the middle of it. There are people drifting around in it who almost certainly have no idea what they are floating over.

Shot on a DJI Mavic 4 Pro with the 100MP Hasselblad camera. People ask whether the turquoise is real. It is. That colour is what happens when clean water sits over pale sand in strong Western Australian light.

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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.