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 Is the Tree of Life — And Why These Quiver Trees Matter

Across southern Africa’s deserts, the quiver tree stands as a living symbol of endurance and spirit. Known as the Tree of Life by the San people, its hollow branches once held arrows and its bark offered refuge. Peter Delaney’s latest fine art black-and-white portraits celebrate this iconic aloe’s raw, sculptural beauty and deep cultural significance. From the twisted limbs of Choje in Namibia’s Giant’s Playground to intimate close-ups of bark etched with time, each print evokes survival, myth, and quiet power. Available as archival loose prints, acrylic glass, or gallery canvas, these works invite collectors to bring the spirit of the desert into their space. Elevate your collection with these timeless botanical portraits that honor resilience and ancient tradition.

What Is the Tree of Life — And Why These Quiver Trees Matter

Fine art black-and-white botanical portraits by Peter Delaney

Across the stony deserts of southern Africa, few forms are as instantly arresting as the quiver tree. These towering, sculptural aloes stand in silence, their rosette crowns and twisted limbs carved by millennia of sun, wind and ritual. They are not merely plants; they are sacred, survivors, symbols.

To the San people, this tree was much more than sustenance. They called it the Tree of Life.

Its hollow branches held arrows for the hunt, its bark offered refuge and moisture. Deep in its fibres, they felt the pulse of spirit and memory. In song and folklore, the choje stood as protector, priest, and guardian of truth.

These five new black-and-white portraits celebrate the quiver tree in its elemental glory,

Its strength, its silence, its testament to endurance and spirit.

 
Modern living room with beige and white lounges featuring wood-framed quiver tree prints on the wall

Canvas with Floating Frame | 160 x 120 cm (62.99 x 47.24 inches)

"Create a Sanctuary of Inspiration with Quiver Tree Black and White Art."

 

The San and the Tree of Life

Northern Cape, South Africa


"Between root and sky, the San found spirit."


This image is more than portraiture; it is a visual invocation.

Stark and reverent, it frames the sacred connection between the San and the quiver tree.

Its symmetry speaks of balance.

It’s silence of knowing.

A centrepiece of meaning and stillness—an anchor for spiritual collectors and desert dreamers alike.

Whispers Beneath the Tree of Life

"Sculpted by Nature, Captured in Art."

 

Welcome the Spirit of the Desert Into Your Space

Explore how each image serves as a gateway into a place, myth, and quiet power.

Each print is available in three timeless formats:

  • Heirloom archival prints on 310 gsm Hahnemühle museum-quality paper

  • Gallery canvas (hand-stretched on solid timber frames, with optional 15 mm floating frame in black oak, brown elder, natural or white maple)

  • Luxury acrylic glass prints in crystal-clear floating style with slimline aluminium frames (gold, silver, black or white)

Free worldwide courier shipping on all orders.

 

Choje Among the Giants

"Transform Your Decor with the Mystical Aura of Quiver Trees."

 

Choje Among the Giants

Giant’s Playground, Keetmanshoop, Namibia


"Beneath the gaze of ancient stone, Choje endures—weathered, bowed, but unbroken."


In the surreal, time-smoothed chaos of Namibia’s Giant’s Playground, one quiver tree rises, tilted, twisted, and defiant. Known as Choje in the San tongue, this aloe has long been more than a tree.

It is a sacred witness in a land shaped by myth and stone.

This print is a meditation on tension and grace, on the form of survival. Between fractured dolerite sentries, the tree leans but does not fall. It offers no flourish—only presence.

A poetic portrait of endurance beneath weight and time.

 

The Guardian of Giants

A bold, sculptural centrepiece for interiors drawn to geometry, myth and strength.

 

The Guardian of Giants

Giant’s Playground, Keetmanshoop, Namibia


"Some trees rise not just from earth, but from legend."


Amid fractured basalt, this quiver tree stands sentinel, still and grand.

For the San, such trees were protectors, vessels of ancestral presence. Its branches once held arrows; its roots hold memory.

A bold, sculptural centrepiece for interiors drawn to geometry, myth and strength.

 

Tree Of Life | Loose Fine Art Print

A textural, intimate piece for lovers of detail, story, and elemental form.

 

Tree Of Life | The Bark Remembers

Northern Cape, South Africa


"Each crack tells a story. Each shadow, a silence kept."


Stripped of its rosettes and leaves, this close-up reveals raw bark etched with time.

To the San, the tree held memory in every groove and twist.

A textural, intimate piece for lovers of detail, story, and elemental form.

 
Leaning quiver tree in South Africa’s Northern Cape desert, captured in black and white fine art style

Resilience | Loose Fine Art Print

A tribute to humble tenacity and sculptural elegance.

 

Resilience, Bowed but Unbroken

Northern Cape, South Africa


"Even in surrender, there is strength."


Gently leaning, this tree wears its scars with grace.

Its rosettes reach skyward, a testament to quiet defiance. To the San, such a form mirrored their endurance.

A tribute to humble tenacity and sculptural elegance.

 

Sentinel of the Silent Hills

"Embrace the Desert’s Guardian with Stunning Quiver Tree Prints."

 

Sentinel of the Silent Hills

Northern Cape, South Africa


"Alone, but never forgotten."


Alone atop a ridge, this quiver tree stands tall, rooted in stone and sky.

Seen by the San as desert guardians, such trees watched over both land and people.

A powerful statement piece, defined by minimalism, presence, and quiet grandeur.

 
 

Why These Prints Matter

In a world that races forward, the quiver tree calls us to pause. To consider survival and spirit. To honour what thrives in stillness.

The San understood that the desert does not erase—it remembers.

This series is more than photography. It is a visual prayer.

A way to bring silence into space, myth into form, and endurance into view.xa

 
Asian-style entrance with natural wood framed quiver tree print and bonsai plant on the right side

Canvas with Floating Frame | 160 x 120 cm (62.99 x 47.24 inches)

"Bring Wisdom and Beauty into Your Home with Quiver Tree Art."

 

Elevate your collection with one or all of these sacred icons.
Invite stillness. Invite spirit.
Own not just a print, but a portal.

Explore The Quiver Tree Collection
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African Wildlife Art for Stress Relief: Calming B&W Prints | Peter Delaney

"In our rushed world, African wildlife photography becomes a portal to peace. Learn how black-and-white prints of elephants, lions and giraffes can transform your home into a sanctuary—backed by neuroscience and collector stories."

"African Wildlife Art for Stress Relief: Calming B&W Prints | Peter Delaney"

 
black and white award winning photo of a chimpanzee

The Art of Wild Stillness

"Your daily reminder to breathe"

 

African Wildlife Art for Stress Relief: Calming Black & White Prints

In my years photographing Africa’s giants, I’ve learned this: elephants never hurry, leopards choose stillness, and giraffes move with unshakable grace. These rhythms of the wild have a way of quieting the mind. When I capture these moments in black and white, I’m not just making a photograph, I’m preserving a sanctuary of calm you can step into every day.

 
fine art monochrome print of five giraffe traversing the mara savanna

Serendility | Giraffe Wall Art

Let the serene beauty of giraffes bring a sense of wonder to your home.

 
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Why Busy Lives Need Wild Pauses

Neuroscience shows:
Viewing nature imagery lowers cortisol by 17% (University of California)
Monochrome art improves focus (Journal of Environmental Psychology)
Tactile paper textures trigger calm (The Mindful Home, Ilse Crawford)

 
a bnw photo of millennium bridge and st Pauls cathedral

“I walk this bridge every day to work…”

 
Framed picture of fever tree leopard over a stunning contemporary home office

My Sanctuary

My 'Fever Tree Leopard' print hangs above my desk. When life overwhelms, I trace her whiskers - instant reset."
— Sarah T., London collector

 

Bring the Peace Home: Fine Art African Wildlife Prints

Our homes should be places where the pace slows and our breath deepens. A fine art wildlife print can become that anchor point—a reminder to pause and be present.

Whether it’s the quiet poise of Camelopard—a lone giraffe beneath a solitary acacia after the passing rain—or the hush of open savanna stretching beyond the frame, these images offer a momentary escape from the noise. They invite the same deep breath I felt when I made the photograph: the world falling away, the space to just be.

 
a large framed canvas giraffe art work in a n asian style contemporary room

Camelopard

"Our 70-inch 'Camelopard' canvas transformed the entire mood of our Asian-inspired lounge. The giraffe’s elegant silhouette against stormy skies creates a living ink-wash effect that harmonises perfectly with our clean-lined teak furniture and stone walls. The natural wood float frame brings warmth, while the minimalist composition aligns with our philosophy of ‘quiet luxury.’

It’s not just art—it’s the soulful focal point that grounds the entire space."
— Lena & Wei, (Singapore)

 

The Space Between | Camelopard Giraffe Art

The African savanna, vast and endless, becomes a canvas of serenity in Camelopard. Captured after an unseasonal summer storm, these prints embody nature’s quiet rhythm—graceful giraffes moving in unison across an open landscape, their silhouettes blending seamlessly with the sky.

In Camelopard, five giraffes traverse the horizon, their fluid movement a testament to the harmony of the wild.

One lingers, stretching toward an acacia tree in a moment of elegant solitude. Serendipity unfolds with a similar sense of balance—giraffes progressing in a diagonal line, their presence accentuated by the soft, lingering clouds above. These images invite a meditative calm, where the simplicity of movement and space offers a moment of quiet contemplation.

 
large elephant portrait in a stunning mediterranean style hall in a rustic home

The Matriarch’s Commanding Presence

"Hanging Peter’s Matriarch in our entry hall was transformative—the moment guests step inside, they pause. Her towering tusks gleam against the deep shadows, drawing the eye down the cream stone passageway like a guiding light. The subtle glow at her trunk’s tip mirrors our wrought-iron lanterns, while her extended ears echo the arched doors. At night, the contrast deepens—she becomes a guardian silhouette, both powerful and serene. It’s not just a photograph; it’s the soul of our home."
— Carlos & Inés, Seville (60” archival print, walnut solid wood frame)

 
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The Delaney Collection: Two Ways to Own the Wild

1. Limited Editions (Maximum 11 Prints Worldwide)

Includes:
Hand-signed, numbered archival print (A2 only)
Certificate of Authenticity with embossed seal
Collector’s Story: Handwritten field notes from the shoot
Exclusive Field Footage ( 2-3 minute video of the encounter, when available)
Shipped loose in museum-quality packaging for custom framing

“For collectors who want provenance and rarity—each piece is a fragment of wilderness history.”

 
a picture of peter delaney limited edtion print fever tree leopard with COA

“Fever Tree Leopard” — Limited Edition of 11

Only 1 Left at $800 — Price Increases in Next Release

 

2. Open Editions (Always Available)

For Those Who Want:

  • Instant impact with ready-to-display art

  • Flexible sizing from intimate (A4) to monumental (100")

  • No waitlists—shipments in 7-10 days

Options & Sizes:

  • Loose archival prints (Up to 80 inches)

  • Acrylic face-mount (Up to 150 inches for statement walls)

  • Gallery canvas (Up to 80 inches, solid wood frames)

  • Custom sizes available for commercial spaces

Includes (Digital):
Story and video: Behind-the-lens narrative (emailed) when available

"My open editions let you bring Africa’s soul into spaces of any scale—from a Nairobi café to a New York penthouse."

 
"Black and white lion portrait canvas 'Eye to Eye' - mindfulness art for modern interiors"

'Eye to Eye'

"We centred Peter's 72" 'Eye to Eye' lion canvas above our sofa, where the afternoon light bleeds through the factory windows. That gaze—ancient and knowing—transformed our entire lounge. The black-and-white tones melt into our exposed brick, while the lion's intensity electrifies the space. Friends say it feels like sharing cocktails in a modern safari den. It's not just a conversation piece... it's the soul of our home."
— Claire & Antoine, Redbrick Loft (Brooklyn)

 
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Limited Editions & Open Editions: Choose Your Connection to the Wild

Feature Limited Editions Open Editions
Max Size A2 only (42x59cm) Up to 100" (254cm)
Wall Presence Intimate detail study Bold statement piece
Best For Collectors & investors Designers & businesses
Own a Delaney Original Limited Edition
 
beautiful acrylic print of peter delaney elpahnt print called the matriarch and family in a new york high rise apartment

Matriarch and Family

Let the timeless beauty of Africa’s gentle giants inspire your space.

 
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"Let these timeless black-and-white moments transform your space—not just as art, but as daily invitations to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the wild’s enduring serenity."

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What Is an Elephant Matriarch – And Why Her Story Speaks to Women Everywhere

She leads by memory, not muscle. A black-and-white fine art tribute to Africa’s matriarchs, symbols of feminine strength and wisdom.

What Is an Elephant Matriarch – And Why Her Story Speaks to Women Everywhere

 

Experience the Matriarch’s Presence at Home

See how this timeless elephant artwork transforms refined spaces with grace and quiet strength.

 

Fine art black-and-white elephant portraits by Peter Delaney

In African elephant herds, the matriarch leads—not by force, but by memory. She is the oldest female, the most experienced. She carries the map of the land in her mind, the rhythm of the seasons in her bones, and the safety of the young in every step. She decides where to go, when to rest, and when to stand her ground.

In my years photographing elephants across Kenya’s Mara and Amboseli, it is the matriarch who has always drawn me in. She embodies grace under pressure. She walks with the quiet weight of responsibility. Many of my collectors, mothers, daughters, and grandmothers, see themselves reflected in her. In her strength. Her stillness. Her knowing.

This collection of black-and-white fine art prints pays tribute to these remarkable female elephants and the powerful symbolism they embody.

 

Matriarch | Amboseli

A portrait of strength and ancient wisdom captured in fine black-and-white detail.

 

The Matriarch | Amboseli

She moves with ancient purpose.

From the side, her immense form fills the frame. Skin marked by time.

Eyes are calm and steady.

She is alone in the shot, but never alone in purpose.

Every wrinkle tells a story of survival.

A portrait of leadership forged in the dust and light of Amboseli.

 

Elephant Family | Ubuntu

Where Strength, Trust, and Family Unite

 

This black-and-white fine art print captures a tender moment within a tuskless elephant family in Addo Elephant National Park.

Nearly 90% of females here are born without tusks, a legacy of survival shaped by decades of ivory poaching.

The title Ubuntu comes from an ancient African philosophy, meaning “humanity toward others,” reflecting the elephants’ deep bonds and the universal need for connection, protection, and care.

 

Ultra-Wide Panoramic 2.4:1Loose Print | Acrylic | Canvas

 

The Matriarch

Eye to eye. Ear to ear. A breath held. A life honoured.

She faced me directly, ears fanned wide, trunk curled delicately, her tusks symmetrical and ivory-white.

It was a moment of perfect alignment.

She stood as only a matriarch can: fully present, fully powerful.

 

The Matriarch

Grace and power in every line, a tribute to Africa’s majestic queens.

 

Why Collectors Choose These Prints

Many women who see these works tell me,

“She reminds me of my mother.”
“I want this for my daughter.”
“She is me.”

These matriarchs are not just elephants.

They are archetypes.

They are mirrors.

Strength, wisdom, gentleness, and endurance, all carried in a single frame.

If you feel drawn to her, it is because part of you is already like her.

 
Modern stylish interior with a framed black-and-white elephant fine art print displayed above a sleek console, blending wildlife artistry with sophisticated design.

Elevate Your Space with Timeless Art

Explore the elephant collection and find the perfect print to enrich your home.

 

Collector Reflection

“After some delay, I finally had Bonds of Love framed and placed on my bedroom wall—a gift from my husband for our 50th wedding anniversary. The image captures the spirit of my family—four daughters and seven granddaughters—gathering together, protecting one another with love and quiet strength.

My husband passed away not long after, and now, two years on, this photograph continues to comfort me. It’s the first thing I see every morning, and it gladdens my heart. It reminds me daily of the beauty of connection and the fragility of life. I will cherish it always.”
— Sally, Johannesburg

 

The Matriarch | Loose Fine Art Print

Framed in Walnut with Anthracite Mount Board

 

Elephant Matriarch Fine Art Prints

Crafted to museum standards, each piece is made to last a lifetime and honour the spirit of the matriarch:

Loose archival prints on Hahnemühle 310 gsm museum-grade paper

Canvas (hand-stretched on solid timber, with or without a 15mm floating frame in black oak, brown elder, white maple or natural maple)

Luxury acrylic (a crystal-clear, frameless gallery presentation)

Bring the wisdom of the elephant matriarch into your home.
Choose your preferred finish, and let her timeless presence speak from your walls—each day, a quiet reminder of strength, grace, and legacy.

 
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What Is a Tusker – And Why Do These Giant Elephants Resonate So Deeply With Us?

Step into the presence of Africa’s great bull elephants. This tusker collection honours strength, memory, and survival through fine black and white artwork.

Fine art black-and-white elephant portraits by Peter Delaney

Across the sun-scorched plains of Africa, few figures command as much reverence as the great bull elephants, the tuskers. These rare giants, their ivory sweeping the dust, walk with a presence that is both physical and spiritual. They are the elders of the land, warriors of countless dry seasons, memory-keepers of Africa’s ancient rhythms.

Tuskers are bull elephants whose ivory tusks each exceed 100 pounds in weight. They represent a rare convergence of age, strength and ancestral majesty. In today’s world, they are living relics, the last true giants of Africa’s wild heart. Towering and timeworn, they embody more than size. They carry memory, wisdom and the deep, masculine energy of the wilderness. Their presence awakens something ancient within us.

 

Welcome the Tusker’s Power Into Your Space

See how this iconic elephant artwork elevates interiors with ancient strength and quiet grandeur.

 

In the wild, tuskers are not just powerful. They are deliberate. Solitary, yet never disconnected. As they age, they become quieter and more measured. They no longer need to prove themselves. They are themselves. That still, grounded strength—the kind hard-earned over time—is what draws so many collectors to these portraits.

Tuskers speak to men who value endurance over bravado. To women who honour calm masculinity, protector energy, and resilience. They are archetypes of mature male power—weathered, wise, unshakable.

These black-and-white fine art prints honour their final journeys and monumental grace. Each frame is a tribute to survival, dignity, and the silent grandeur of Africa’s rarest bulls.

 

Guided Journey Through the Giants

In the sections below, meet three of Africa’s most extraordinary bulls, each bearing stories carved in dust and time. From the venerable Old Tusker of Amboseli, with his weathered, mighty tusks, to the elusive Grey Ghost of Etosha, whose towering presence defies traditional definition, and finally to Craig, the mighty Super Tusker—these portraits reveal the spirit of endurance, memory, and raw power that define Africa’s ancient giants.

 
Black and white fine art photograph of an old Amboseli elephant with one broken tusk, walking across the plains beneath a cloudy African sky.

Old Tusker | Amboseli

A powerful piece for collectors drawn to wisdom, solitude and the unspoken poetry of age.

 

Old Tusker | Amboseli

Black and White Elephant Fine Art Print by Peter Delaney

He moves through the grasslands in the shadow of Kilimanjaro.
One tusk shattered, the other still sweeping low.
Cloaked in earth and time, he follows the herds at a distance,
not to lead, not to challenge, but simply to be.

A quiet presence, heavy with years, steady as the earth beneath him.

‘Old Tusker | Amboseli’ is available as a

Loose Hahnemühle archival prints, whose velvety surface echoes the dust-etched skin of these great bulls

Acrylic glass for collectors who seek clarity, depth and drama, just like the heat-shimmering air of Amboseli

Canvas stretched on solid wood—with optional floating frame, for those who want to bring warm,

tactile texture to the presence of an ancient guardian

 

Why Tuskers Still Matter

In a world moving too fast, tuskers remind us of slowness, silence and substance. Their worn tusks and weathered hides speak of time not just survived, but remembered.

These elephants are not only ancient icons of Africa, they are wise guardians of the wild and muses for those who seek truth in stillness. In the portraits below, you will meet three individuals whose presence left a lasting imprint on my lens and my soul.

 
Striking black and white portrait of a bull elephant in Etosha, his body coated in white dust, with worn tusks and deeply textured skin.

Grey Ghost of Etosha

"For those who recognise that true grandeur walks softly."

 

A Titan’s Ritual

He emerges from the pan like a sculpture carved by time—chalky, cracked, immense.

His towering frame commands the vast salt flats, a silent sentinel among giants.

Here in Etosha, where bulls bear brittle tusks, worn fragile by age and environment, he stands apart, not a tusker by definition, yet taller, broader, a monarch of raw presence.

Silent. Sovereign. A living relic of another era, etched in dust and endurance.

Grey Ghost of Etosha is available as a

Museum-grade loose prints for understated elegance

Natural maple canvas frames to complement soft desert light and neutral interiors

Frameless acrylic glass that enhances the ethereal tones and keeps the image weightless, like the ghost himself

 
Black and white wildlife fine art print of Craig, a legendary Super Tusker in Amboseli, with enormous tusks sweeping the ground as he walks.

Super Tusker | Craig

A powerful tribute for collectors drawn to the spirit of Africa’s great giants.

 

Super Tusker | Craig

Black and White Elephant Fine Art Print by Peter Delaney

Craig moves across the plains of Amboseli like a living relic, a ghost from a wilder time.

His tusks sweep the dust like anchors of memory, each step echoing with the weight of decades. He does not rush. He does not flinch.

As I approached, he stood, not with aggression, but with ancient knowing. These bulls do not yield. They do not need to.

This portrait is a tribute to his defiance, quiet dignity, and unwavering presence of one of Africa’s last great kings.

‘Super Tusker | Craig’ is available as

Hahnemühle archival paper for collectors who appreciate deep tonal range and fine detail

Hand-stretched Canvas with solid wood floating frame to echo the bold silhouette of the Amboseli landscape

or

Luxury acrylic Slimline aluminium frames

(black, white, silver or gold) for a clean, modern presentation that contrasts beautifully with his rugged form

 

Born in 1972, Craig is one of fewer than 30 Super Tuskers left in the world. In the Amboseli ecosystem alone, fewer than 10 remain.

These magnificent giants face an existential threat from trophy hunting, especially along the Kenya-Tanzania border.

Each portrait you see is a rare glimpse into a vanishing world—an urgent call to remember, protect, and honour their legacy.

Old Tusker | Amboseli | Portrait

A timeless piece of African wildlife art for collectors who honour strength in stillness.

 

Old Tusker | Amboseli | Portrait

Black and White Elephant Fine Art Print by Peter Delaney

He walks with quiet conviction across the open plains of Amboseli.
One tusk is broken, the other curves long and low—a mark of resilience.
His mud-caked skin is a map of survival, each crease a memory etched in time.

He lingers behind the herds, not from weakness, but wisdom.
Measured, immense, magnificent—he is the living history of this land.

‘Old Tusker | Amboseli’ is available as a

museum-grade print,

hand-stretched canvas,

or

luxury acrylic.

 

Invite an Ancient Giant Into Your Home

This black and white tusker artwork brings timeless presence and raw elegance to any space.

 

Why Collectors Choose These Prints

Men often tell me,

“He reminds me of my father.”
“There’s something in his silence I recognise in myself.”
“I want my son to grow up with that kind of strength.”

Women say,

“He is my husband, my brother, my protector.”
“There’s such peace in his gaze.”
“He walks like he’s seen everything—and survived it.”

Tuskers speak to something primal in all of us, the call to endure, to lead without domination, to age with honour.

These prints offer not just beauty, but meaning for those who see the masculine not as aggression, but as quiet, grounded power.

 

Elevate Your Space with Timeless Art

Explore the elephant collection and find the perfect print to enrich your home.

Explore Our Elephant Collection
 

Why We Hang Tuskers on Our Walls

Own a Legend. Honour a Legacy.

For some, a tusker embodies strength and silent resilience. For others, he is a symbol of endurance, memory, and grace—universal traits that transcend gender and time. These portraits are more than photographs; they are relics of a vanishing brotherhood, meditations in grey.

Choose your print. Choose your medium. Bring home the spirit of Africa’s last giants,

before they are lost to time.

 

Own not just a photograph but a fragment of history,

Choose your print today and invite an ancient presence into your space.”

 

Available as:

  • Loose archival prints on Hahnemühle 310 gsm museum-grade paper

  • Canvas (hand-stretched on solid timber with optional 15mm floating frame in black oak, brown elder, white maple or natural maple)

  • Luxury acrylic for a clean, frameless gallery finish

 
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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.

 
Learn more
 

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

 
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Modern Asian-inspired luxury living room with natural wood tones, featuring a black-and-white giraffe artwork (Camelopard) by wildlife fine art photographer Peter Delaney.

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:

 


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.

 
Let’s tailor your print to your space
 
 
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