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.
What Does an Elephant Mother’s Legacy Look Like in the Wild?
This powerful Artnote reveals the story behind "The Matriarch and Family" — a breathtaking panoramic print of an elephant queen and her dynasty. Discover the poignant tale of leadership, loss, and the daughter who inherited her legacy. Explore available prints.
A Portrait of Three Generations in the Mara
The Lineage of a Queen
The Matriarch as the Living Heart of the Herd
Behold "The Matriarch and Family," a breathtaking panoramic fine art print that captures the essence of lineage. This is the story of a mother’s legacy, written in light and shadow on the African savannah. At its heart is the Queen of the Mara, her elegantly curved tusks a rare mark of her regal status. She moves with a calm, commanding presence, the living memory and decision-maker for her family. This is not just a wildlife scene; it is a powerful portrait of motherhood, leadership, and the unbreakable bonds that define a family.
A Dynasty in Motion
The Silent Curriculum of Strength and Protection
Behind the Matriarch, her legacy unfolds in real-time. Her adult daughters walk in her footsteps, their movements echoing her own, learning the ancient routes and survival wisdom they will one day need to lead. A young calf stays close, protected within the circle of its mother and aunts. This image captures the silent curriculum of the wild—a masterclass in strength, protection, and nurturing that resonates with any mother, daughter, or sister.
Queen of the Mara | Expertly Framed
This stunning presentation features a grey mat and a solid wood frame.
Contact us to commission this specific framing or to explore other custom options.
Gallery-Wrapped Canvas | Solid White Maple Floating Frame
Making a statement above a contemporary fireplace
A Golden Moment in Time
The Final Portrait of a Reign
This serene image captures the peak of her reign. Yet, this portrait of strength and unity also represents a graceful conclusion. Not long after this photograph was taken, the great Queen of the Mara passed away, leaving the plains a little less majestic and her family to face the future without her guiding presence.
Modern Acrylic Glass
Sleek, frameless presentation for a contemporary setting
The Matriarch
Her daughter now carries the legacy forward
The Dynasty Continues
A Mother's Legacy Forged in Her Daughter
The true power of a matriarch lies in the legacy she implants in those who follow. Her strength now lives on in her eldest daughter, who has stepped into the role she was prepared for her entire life. She is the new Matriarch, bearing the same quiet authority and resilience she learned at her mother's side.
Own a Piece of This Living History
The Complete Story for Your Collection
This story of continuity in the face of loss makes these artworks more than prints—they are timeless narratives of life, legacy, and the passing of wisdom. "The Matriarch and Family" captures a moment of serene leadership, while "The New Matriarch" portrait embodies the strength and resilience required to carry the legacy forward.
Each piece stands as a powerful, independent testament to the enduring spirit of these magnificent animals.
Choose the legacy that speaks to you.
The Matriarch | Expertly Framed
This stunning presentation features an anthracite mat and solid wood frame.
Contact us to commission this specific framing or to explore other custom options.
🛡️ Collector Assurance & Details
Free Global Shipping
I deliver your carefully crafted artwork to your door, anywhere in the world, completely free of charge.
Ready to Hang, Immediately
Your canvas and acrylic prints arrive fully assembled with all necessary hardware. Unbox your art and hang it in minutes—no fuss, no extra cost.
Museum-Quality, Guaranteed
Every print is a testament to longevity. I use only archival, museum-grade materials like:
Hahnemühle Fine Art Papers (100% cotton, acid-free)
Gallery-Wrapped Canvases
Modern, Durable Acrylic Glass
This ensures your investment remains vibrant and beautiful for generations.
I Am Here to Help
Have a question about sizing, finishes, or custom framing? I am personally ready to assist you.
Why I Choose Acrylic: Presenting the Soul of the Wild in its Truest Form
For me, a photograph is not complete until it's presented in a way that honours the moment. Discover why museum-grade acrylic is the definitive finish for my black and white wildlife photography.
Why I Choose Acrylic: Presenting the Soul of the Wild in its Truest Form
For me, a photograph is not complete when the shutter closes. It is complete when it is presented in a way that honours the moment it captures. After years of working with various mediums, I have found that for my black and white wildlife and landscape photography, museum-grade acrylic is the definitive finish. It is not merely an option; it is the logical extension of my artistic intent.
Elephant Oasis | Masterprint Edition
Let the timeless beauty of Africa’s gentle giants inspire your space
This is why.
To Honour the Light and Shadow of Africa
The African landscape is defined by its intense, raw light and deep, velvety shadows. My goal is to transport you into that light, to feel its warmth and mystery.
Unmatched Depth & Luminosity: Acrylic glass acts as an optical layer, giving the image a three-dimensional quality. When you look at a tusker in the Shingwedzi riverbed, the acrylic finish makes the water on his skin gleam and the cracks in the mud appear tactile. It doesn't feel like a picture on a wall; it feels like a window through it.
The Purest Blacks and Whites: The glossy surface intensifies contrast, rendering the profound blacks and brilliant whites essential to monochrome photography. This ensures the dramatic tension and emotional weight of the scene are preserved with absolute fidelity.
Eye to Eye: A Triptych of Raw Power
This commanding three-panel acrylic artwork holds its own in an industrial loft. The lion's intense gaze becomes the soul of the space, contrasting with exposed concrete and piping, yet harmonising with rich velvet and a zebra rug.
Feel the raw power of Africa’s king with every glance at your walls.
The Pinnacle of Craftsmanship: The Masterprint Edition
For clients seeking the ultimate statement piece, I offer an exclusive Masterprint service. This is a world-premiere printing technology, developed to realise artwork on a truly monumental scale, perfectly suited for grand interiors.
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
A Seamless Masterpiece:
Traditional large-format prints are pieced together. A Masterprint is produced seamlessly up to 500 x 240 cm (196 x 94 inches), including a statement-making 290cm x 145cm size. This guarantees an utterly immersive, uninterrupted view of vast landscapes or intimate animal portraits, preserving every detail with razor-sharp clarity.
A Collaborative Art Process:
Commissioning a Masterprint is a collaborative journey. It includes individual file inspection and consultation to ensure perfection. For absolute confidence, we can arrange a professional test print—a large, mounted section of your image—before the final piece is produced.
The Heirloom Standard:
Each Masterprint is a testament to permanence. Using a specially engineered Fine Art paper and thick, crystal-clear acrylic glass (4mm or 5mm), it is mounted with a permanently elastic silicone on a sturdy aluminum backing. The result is a legacy piece of unparalleled quality, delivered with a secure, professional hanging system.
Camelopard | Connect with Nature
Celebrate the delicate grace and quiet strength of Africa’s gentle giants.
A Tender Moment in Manhattan
High above the city that never sleeps, a moment of pure calm.
Embrace the wisdom and strength of elephants in every piece of art.
A Statement of Permanence and Legacy
The animals and landscapes I photograph represent ancient lineages and timeless cycles. The presentation of their portrait must reflect that permanence.
An Heirloom, Not a Decoration: The combination of archival materials, UV-resistant acrylic glass, and robust backing ensures your artwork is built to last. It is designed to be a legacy piece.
A Luxury Aesthetic for Discerning Spaces: The final piece—whether a standard acrylic or a monumental Masterprint—has a profound, commanding presence. It is a statement of quiet confidence, designed for interiors that value minimalist elegance and powerful storytelling. It doesn’t just fill a space; it defines it.
Mintlangu: Nkuma | A Triptych of Earthly Power
This monumental three-panel portrait brings the raw, ancient soul of the savanna into a contemporary retreat.
Transform your home into a sanctuary with the power of elephants
The Final, Collaborative Step in My Process
From the moment I compose a shot, I am thinking about the final presentation. The crisp detail of a leopard's gaze, the vast sweep of a baobab landscape—these details demand a medium that does not compromise.
Ready for Your Journey:
Our standard acrylic prints are crafted to order and arrive ready to hang, typically in 12-14 days. The Masterprint edition, due to its meticulous, handcrafted nature, requires a 30-day creation and delivery period to ensure absolute perfection.
When you acquire an acrylic print, you are not just buying a photograph.
You are investing in a moment of wild, profound silence, presented with the permanence and luxury it deserves.
Mirrored Souls | A Sanctuary of Calm
A serene triptych of two white rhinos, their horns gently crossed, creates a sanctuary of quiet connection above the bed.
This piece brings the grounding spirit of the wild into a modern sanctuary, blurring the line between a curated courtyard and the untamed soul of nature.
Quiver Tee | Choje Among the Giants
"Where the San once spoke to the spirits, silence now listens."
In a grove scattered across ancient volcanic rock, one quiver tree rises in quiet authority.
Experience the Acrylic Difference on Your Wall
The true impact is best understood when you see it in your own space. I invite you to request a complimentary custom mockup of your favourite artwork, scaled perfectly to your wall.
How Do Multi-Panel Artworks Turn a Large, Empty Wall into a Dramatic Focal Point?
That blank wall in your home or office isn't a design challenge—it's a blank canvas. Discover how multi-panel art breaks a grand scene into a captivating narrative, adding modern structure and dynamic energy that a single canvas cannot match. Explore diptychs, triptychs, and quadriptychs and learn how to get a free custom mock-up of any artwork on your wall.
Mintlangu: Nkuma (The Brothers: The Dark One)
The Earth-Bound Brother — A powerful, vertical triptych that brings the soulful presence of a legendary tusker into a space of modern rustic luxury.
That blank wall in your home or office isn't a design challenge—it's a blank canvas. It’s an opportunity to create a conversation-starting centrepiece that reflects your passion for the wild. Multi-panel art breaks a grand scene into a captivating narrative, adding modern structure and dynamic energy that a single canvas cannot match.
Discover the perfect format for your space below.
Norman: A Split-Screen King
This commanding diptych of a mature lion greets you upon entry, its raw, untamed power creating a striking contrast against the sleek lines and cityscape of a modern penthouse. A statement of sophisticated strength.
The Two-Panel Diptych: Symmetry & Story
A diptych creates balance and power. Dividing a single, expansive scene across two canvases, it introduces a rhythm and a sense of deliberate design. This format is perfect for creating a bold, modern statement above a long sofa, in a dining area, or along a spacious hallway.
It tells a story in two acts, inviting the viewer to connect the panels and complete the scene in their mind.
Mirrored Souls
A serene triptych capturing two white rhinos in a moment of silent connection, their horns crossing like a gentle embrace. This piece brings a profound sense of peace and harmony to a modern bedroom, transforming it into a sanctuary of calm and elegance.
The Three-Panel Triptych: Immersive Detail & Flow
A triptych draws the viewer in. The three-panel format is ideal for creating a journey, guiding the eye across a panoramic landscape or leading it upward on a vertical portrait to reveal incredible detail. It offers a more immersive experience than a diptych, perfect for creating a dedicated focal point in a living room or grand entrance.
It transforms a large wall into a window to another world.
Tender Moment
This horizontal triptych captures a gentle, intimate interaction between elephants. The soft, flowing forms bring warmth and a narrative of connection to a bright, airy entryway, beautifully complemented by rich oak floors and a pop of turquoise elegance.
The Four-Panel Quadriptych: Grand Scale & Maximum Impact
For the ultimate statement, the quadriptych delivers unparalleled scale and artistry. This four-panel configuration allows for a vast, highly detailed scene to be presented as a stunning grid. It breaks down a complex wildlife moment into digestible, yet connected, artworks, creating a piece that is both monumental and meticulously detailed.
This is the solution for the most expansive walls, transforming them into a breathtaking gallery feature.
Elephant Oasis: A Tapestry of Life
This expansive quadriptych unfolds a hidden narrative across four panels, transforming a vast white wall into a window onto the African plains. The detailed scene of elephants bathing and socialising finds a perfect home in a space with Victorian character, where the warm oak of a window seat and floors echo the earthy tones of the story, blending raw nature with architectural heritage.
Ready to Visualise Your Wall?
The best way to see the potential is to see it on your own wall.
1. Share a Photo of Your Space
Tell me about the wall you have in mind.
2. We Create Your Personal Mock-up
I will digitally place your chosen multi-panel artwork onto your photo, perfectly scaled and arranged.
3. You See the Transformation
Review your complimentary mock-up and fall in love with your space all over again
Mintlangu: Nkuma | A Monumental Presence
"The One of the Earth" commands the room in this breathtaking 290cm acrylic print. His serene, powerful gaze becomes the soul of a modern lounge, where the clean lines of leather, metal, and cream furnishings are anchored by this raw, ancient force. Encased by glass walls overlooking the garden, the boundary between the wild outside and the luxury within beautifully dissolves.
A Note on Scale: Monumental Single-Panel Art
While multi-panel art creates a dynamic modern statement, we also craft breathtaking monumental single-panel artworks for those who prefer a seamless, epic perspective.
We specialise in producing these museum-quality pieces on a grand scale, such as 290 cm x 145 cm (114" x 57"), printed on vibrant acrylic glass or classic gallery canvas. If your vision calls for a single, uninterrupted panorama of the African wilderness, we can make it a reality.