Delaney's Journal: Stories from the Wild
Step behind the lens and into the narrative of each photograph.
Discover the rare moments, raw emotion, and artistic vision that define these timeless black and white artworks.
Why the Young Tusker Portrait Captures the Soul of Solitude?
Peter Delaney's limited edition tribute to quiet strength and wild elegance. This young tusker portrait captures the soul of solitude in Amboseli. Only 2 founding edition prints remain at $800.A limited edition tribute to quiet strength and wild elegance
Young Tusker | Limited Edition Fine Art Print (Only 11 Worldwide)
Young Tusker | Limited Edition Fine Art Print
Celebrate the Spirit of the Wild – Legendary Tuskers, Captivated in Art
Where Was This Photograph Taken?
Captured in Amboseli National Park, Kenya, this portrait documents a young elephant bull as he ambles beside my vehicle. Taken while I was climbing a small slope, the full‑profile view reveals the graceful length of his tusks. He had emerged following the female herds early in the morning as they moved from Kilimanjaro’s forest edge toward the life‑giving marshes of Amboseli
Peters Bush Notes
This young tusker, standing quiet and assured in the golden dust of the African dawn, mirrors a truth I’ve carried all my life: solitude is not loneliness, but a kind of sacred confidence.
I’ve always been a lone wolf—content in my own company, thriving in stillness. For years, I navigated the roaring chaos of trading floors in London and Tokyo, a world of split-second decisions and relentless noise.
Yet it was in the wilderness, camera in hand, that I found my truest rhythm. Here, in the silence between shutter clicks, I recognised the same quiet power in creatures like this tusker—an unshakable presence, at ease in its skin, needing no audience to define its worth.
This image is for those who, like me and this young giant, find strength in solitude. It’s a reminder that the most profound connections often begin with being fully at home in yourself
COLLECTOR'S INVESTMENT GUIDE
"We believe in rewarding our earliest collectors. Each limited edition is released in a series of tiers, with the most favorable pricing reserved for the first acquisitions. This approach ensures that your early support is recognised as a valuable investment in our artistic legacy."
CURRENT AVAILABILITY
THE PRICING TIERS
*Prints #1/11, #11/11, and the Artist's Proof are designated as a family legacy and are permanently withdrawn from the market.
Own a Piece of Africa
Iconic Wall Art for the Discerning Collector
Behind the Moment
I spotted him trailing the herd at dawn. Positioned on a slight rise, I was able to capture his full side profile: tusks extended, trunk relaxed, head tilted slightly forward in motion. The clarity reveals every delicate detail—even the fine sweep of his eyelashes in stunning sharpness. The image is entirely full‑frame—no mountains, no clouds, just the young tusker in graceful stride.
BEHIND THE TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE
Why medium format matters for your collection:
✓ 102MP Resolution - Capture every eyelash and skin texture
✓ Medium Format Depth - Three-dimensional presence on your wall
✓ Prime Lens Clarity - Edge-to-edge sharpness at f/8
✓ Expert Exposure - Perfect tonality preserved for printing
Gear: Fujifilm GFX 100 + GF 250mm • 1/1500s • f/8 • ISO 400
✅ HEIRLOOM QUALITY ASSURANCE • Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm • 100% cotton, acid-free museum paper • Guaranteed to preserve its beauty for 100+ years • ISO 9706 museum preservation standards
Immortalise the Wild
Photography Prints that Capture Africa’s Giants
EDITION DETAILS & INCLUDED FEATURES
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm
This archival fine art paper offers exceptional tonal range and depth. Combined with warm Vandyke toning, it brings rich contrast and a timeless feel that accentuates every tactile detail.
Bring a Young Tusker into Your Space
A portrait of quiet strength and graceful movement—perfect for collectors and design spaces that celebrate fine-art storytelling. Transform your walls with a piece that speaks to the soul of the wild.
"Icons of the Wilderness."
Let the timeless beauty of Africa’s gentle giants inspire your space.
THE POWER OF MONOCHROME
Black and white strips away the noise of color, revealing the soul beneath. It's not about what's missing—it's about what remains: the essential poetry of form, the silent music of texture, the timeless dance of light and shadow.
Here, monochrome allows the young tusker's graceful architecture to speak uninterrupted. The Vandyke brown toning adds warmth and depth, connecting us to photography's classic heritage while feeling utterly contemporary.
Why Is the Fever Tree Leopard One of Africa’s Rarest Fine Art Prints?
Captured in Kenya’s magical Fever Tree Forest, this Sony World Photography Awards finalist reveals the grace of a rare female leopard in a moment of wild stillness. Limited to just 11 signed A2 archival prints, available with free worldwide shipping.
Why Is the Fever Tree Leopard One of Africa’s Rarest Fine Art Prints?
Only 11 Collector Prints Worldwide
Only 1 Left at $800-Early Collectors Edition
Fever Tree Leopard | Limited Edition Fine Art Prints 11 Only
A Rare Encounter in the Ethereal Forest
Where was this photograph taken?
The image was captured in the enchanting Fever Tree Forest of Lake Nakuru, Kenya. This unique woodland, with its ghostly yellow-green trunks and filtered sunlight, creates a surreal backdrop found nowhere else in Africa. It’s one of the few remaining places where leopards roam wild and undisturbed.
“This leopard emerged like a secret the fever tree forest decided to share—a moment I’d waited a lifetime to witness.
That afternoon in Lake Nakuru, golden light filtered through yellow bark. I’d come for giraffes, but the wild had other plans. A flicker of movement, a yawn, then her silent reappearance. She moved with the precision of a creature who knew her world intimately. Adjusting my stance, I trusted my instinct and let the camera breathe with her rhythm.
In finance, success meant forcing outcomes. Here, it meant surrendering to patience.
This image is for those who understand the magic of preparedness meeting serendipity—the alchemy of luck earned through stillness.”
🎥 Behind the Moment
Watch the fleeting encounter unfold as I filmed this graceful leopard moving through the Fever Tree Forest of Lake Nakuru. The still image captured from this sequence became Fever Tree Leopard—a timeless fine art print now available in just 11 editions
What makes this leopard image so special?
This photograph features a rare female leopard resting high in the boughs of a towering fever tree. Bathed in dappled light, she moved with effortless grace, her tail curling in a fluid arc as she turned in profile—an image of perfect feline poise.
The black and white composition strips away distraction and brings forward every rich texture: the cracked bark, the sleek contours of her coat, and the interplay of shadow and form. It’s a moment of wild beauty—elegant, elusive, and deeply intimate.
"Own a piece of Africa’s wild beauty. Only 11 prints available—secure yours before it’s gone
Why was this print shortlisted for the Sony World Photography Awards?
Fever Tree Leopard was shortlisted for the Sony World Photography Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious global photography competitions. The jury recognised it for its rarity, emotional tone, and painterly composition. It’s not just a wildlife portrait—it’s a study in stillness and wildness, refined through the language of monochrome.
Imagine It in Your Space
Own a rare moment of stillness and grace—ready to transform your space.
What print size and finish is available?
This print is offered exclusively as a limited edition of 11:
Loose archival print
Size: A2 (59.4 × 42 cm / 23.4 × 16.5 in)
Paper: Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm – 100% cotton, museum-grade quality
Included: Hand-signed by Peter Delaney, numbered, with a Certificate of Authenticity and the full story behind the image
Shipping: Free worldwide
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm
The soft matte surface of this archival cotton paper beautifully renders the deep tonal range of black and white, while subtly enhancing the warm Vandyke brown toning for a timeless, painterly finish.
Why black and white?
Black and white photography distils the scene to its essential elements—texture, form, and light—highlighting the quiet power of the leopard and the intricate bark of the fever tree.
For this image, I applied a subtle Vandyke brown toning, enhancing the print with a warm, timeless character reminiscent of classic darkroom techniques. This careful toning adds richness and emotional depth while maintaining the integrity of a modern, archival pigment print.
Bring the Wild Home
A timeless portrait of Africa’s elusive beauty, framed for impact.
How do I purchase this fine art print?
Only 11 prints will ever be made of Fever Tree Leopard.
Once sold out, no reprints will be issued.
🔘 Click here to reserve your signed print
Only 11 available – includes Certificate of Authenticity and free worldwide shipping.
Why Do Collectors Invest in Limited Edition Black & White Wildlife Prints?"
Only 11 collectors worldwide can own each of Peter Delaney’s black and white wildlife prints. Find out what makes them so rare — and worth the wait.
Limited Edition Fine Art Prints — Only 11 Exist Worldwide
Discover why owning one of Peter Delaney’s black and white wildlife prints is more than acquiring art — it’s joining a legacy of storytelling and craftsmanship.
Only 11 Worldwide — A Collector’s Dream
Each photograph in Peter’s Limited Edition Collection is available in just 11 signed prints globally. This is not arbitrary. It reflects:
The 11 years Peter spent in finance before devoting his life to photography
The average elephant herd size in Amboseli, where many of his iconic images were captured
His desire to offer intimacy and exclusivity to serious collectors
These are not open editions. Once all 11 are sold, no further prints are produced
Fever Tree Leopard | A Collector’s Rarity
Elegance in shadow, power in stillness — the leopard as art.
What Makes These Prints So Sought After?
Scarcity + Craftsmanship = Lasting Value
Collectors seek rarity and authenticity. With Peter’s limited editions, both are guaranteed:
No reprints, no size variants — each print is released at A2 only (42 × 59.4 cm | 16.5 × 23.4 in), plus a white border
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm, a museum-grade 100% cotton matte paper used by legends like Ansel Adams
Warm Van Dyke brown toning enhances depth and timelessness
"Her gaze holds the quiet fire of the huntress—not sleeping, but strategically still.
In this arresting close-up, every detail whispers survival!
Sony World Photography Awards Finalist
Emotional Alchemy
Why Black and White?
Black and white removes distraction. It distils form, texture, and emotion into pure visual poetry.
By stripping away colour, Peter’s work reveals the raw structure of nature — eyelashes, hide, muscle, and movement — all rendered with emotional precision.
In this soulful close-up, the young bull embodies nature’s contradictions:
Eyes like polished amber, holding generations of ancestral memory
Eyelashes like charcoal strokes, softening the warrior’s profile
Skin webbed with fissures, not from decay but from seasons of survival
Museum-Grade Craft
Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm—the same cotton rag paper used by Ansel Adams.
Includes Collector’s Story (field notes from Peter’s encounter, included with each limited edition).
A Glimpse Behind the Print
Collectors of Fever Tree Leopard now get a rare behind-the-scenes look into the making of their print.
🎥 Watch the actual printing process — captured on video as this award-winning image is carefully produced on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm paper, one print at a time.
A glimpse into the craftsmanship, care, and emotion behind every limited edition.
What You’ll Receive:
✔️ Signed archival print
✔️ Certificate of authenticity
✔️ Hand signed collectors story
✔️ Behind-the-scenes video footage (if available)
Why Collectors Wait Years for These Prints"
“Scarcity isn’t a marketing tactic—it’s my artistic creed.” – Peter Delaney
1. The 11 Rule
Peter releases only what he considers his absolute best work — fewer than 5 images per year meet his standard.
Each edition is strictly limited to 11 hand-signed prints worldwide. Edition: This work is limited to a strict edition of 11 hand-signed and numbered prints, plus 1 Artist’s Proof reserved for the artist’s archive.
Prints #1/11, #11/11, and the Artist’s Proof are designated as a family legacy and are permanently withdrawn from the market.*
No reprints. No alternate sizes.
No exceptions.
“Most photographers flood the market. I believe a true collector’s piece should feel like unearthing a diamond.”
2. One Size, One Vision
Exclusively A2 (42 × 59.4 cm) — sized for intimacy, not excess.
Why it matters: It forces the viewer to step closer, engaging with every eyelash and every crack in the hide — details often lost in oversized formats.
It’s a format that fits just as elegantly in a Tokyo apartment as it does in a Cape Town villa.
3. The Delaney Difference
No size variations — unlike artists who dilute their work with S/M/L options, Peter’s single-edition approach preserves the artwork’s integrity.
Young Tusker | Portrait of Quiet Strength
Every wrinkle, every lash — a life-sized moment in the wild, captured forever.
“When you own a Delaney,
You’re owning what many consider some of the world’s finest black and white wildlife photography, an authentic piece of Africa’s wild heritage.”
Limited vs Open Edition Prints: Understanding the Difference
Learn the key differences between limited and open edition wildlife prints — and how Delaney Fine Art offers flexible, luxury options for discerning collectors.
Limited vs Open Edition Prints: Understanding the Difference
“The Fever Tree Leopard” — A Collector’s First Chance
Shortlisted at the Sony World Photography Awards Limited Edition of 11 — First 3 prints at €800
A Rare Encounter in the Ethereal Forest
In the haunting quiet of Kenya’s Lake Nakuru, a female leopard rests in the canopy of a fever tree, poised, powerful, and impossibly still.
This award-winning monochrome portrait captures more than a fleeting moment; it’s a meditation on grace, solitude, and the unseen rhythms of the African wild. Every shadow, every line of muscle, every twist of the bark beneath her paws tells a story of survival and silence.
Only 11 will ever exist. This is the first release — just three prints at this price. Once they sell, the value will rise with each new release.
Printed to museum standards, signed and numbered, and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.
At Delaney Fine Art, I offer both limited and open edition wildlife prints — each with a distinct purpose.
Limited editions
are strictly capped at 11 prints, released in small batches.
After each batch sells out, the price increases, rewarding early collectors.
Every piece is signed, numbered, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
Open editions
By contrast, offers more freedom and personalisation. These prints are available in a variety of luxury finishes, including:
– Loose prints on archival Hahnemühle fine art paper
– Canvas prints with hand-crafted solid wood floating frames
– Luxury acrylic glass finishes for a sleek, modern presentation
– Extra-large statement pieces (up to 100 inches wide) available loose or under acrylic glass
Bespoke Art. Statement Walls
Open edition prints give you the freedom to bring world-class wildlife art into your space, on your terms.
Whether you're styling a serene retreat or a striking modern room like this, pieces like Camelopard offer size flexibility and a variety of finishes to match your vision.
Choose from:
Loose Hahnemühle prints for traditional framing
Canvas with solid wood floating frames for a clean, contemporary look
Luxury acrylic glass finishes for bold visual depth
Extra-large formats (up to 100 inches) — ideal for feature walls
Optional bespoke framing or metal/aluminium options available- contact Peter
Need a bespoke solution? I also offer custom framing options, including metal and aluminium finishes, tailored to your style and space.
Whether you’re a private collector or an interior designer, I’ll work closely with you to create a piece that fits your vision.