Description
The Dark Feather Star Against Blue Water Canvas Print gives your wall a finely branched silhouette against a broad blue backdrop. Pale corals and a rounded coral head ground Cobi Hay Yacobi’s photograph, letting an intricate animal share the frame with open color.
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Meet the dark feather star
The animal belongs to the order Comatulida, within the crinoids. Its identification stops at that group; the photograph does not establish a genus or species. Feather stars are echinoderms, relatives of sea stars and sea urchins. Their branching arms give them a featherlike outline rather than the broad silhouette often associated with a sea star.
Small side branches called pinnules carry tube feet that gather food particles from the water. The Western Australian Museum’s echinoderm guide explains this feeding structure. Knowing its function gives another way to look at the fine branches in the photograph. The dark color is part of this individual’s visible appearance, rather than a basis for assigning a species name.
The photograph: fine branches against blue
Cobi Hay Yacobi photographed this feather star in the Red Sea on March 12, 2015, according to the camera date, and edited the image himself. The arms rise from a compact base above the rounded coral. Lighter coral surfaces surround the subject, with blue water visible behind it.
From close by, follow the main arms outward and look at the smaller branches along them. Across a room, the dark outline and broad blue area become more prominent. The photograph offers these two scales of detail within one horizontal composition, making viewing distance useful to consider when choosing a canvas size.
Feather star canvas construction
The photograph comes on canvas stretched over a wooden frame, ready to hang. The canvas depth is 0.75 in. A decorative outer frame is not included, so the image can stand on its own with a simple edge. If you prefer an outer frame alongside other pictures, allow for its added width and height when planning the display.
Feather star canvas sizes and prices
- 12 × 8 in : $69 USD
- 30 × 20 in : $149 USD
- 36 × 24 in : $169 USD
Try a paper rectangle in the dimensions of your chosen feather star canvas before deciding. Compare it from a nearby chair and from the entrance to the room. Leave space above lamps or objects on a cabinet. The image crop may vary slightly between sizes.
From a yoga studio to a reading corner
The mock-ups place the feather star canvas in a yoga studio at the smallest size, a meditation room at the medium size, and a spa relaxation room at the largest. These settings help compare a compact print with a broader display. At home, consider a reading corner or study; at work, a shared sitting area.
The blue background and pale coral can sit alongside light walls or natural wood. Check your own wall dimensions and furniture heights before using the room images as a guide to scale.
Compare two branching forms
The feather duster worm beside coral offers another fine pattern from a different animal group. Compare its banded crown with the dark arms of this feather star. Our marine life identification guide introduces ways to recognize underwater subjects before choosing the photograph you want on your wall.
Make the feather star part of a quiet display
A feather star photograph can work as the one detailed image in a room with otherwise simple surfaces. Try placing its preview beside a photograph of your intended wall. Look at the balance of open wall, furniture and picture before choosing accessories. You may find that the scene supplies all the pattern the area needs.
For a grouping, compare the feather star with images that use a different kind of line. A rounded animal, a broad fish body or a simple silhouette can provide variety beside the fine branches. Repeating the same visual density in every picture may make it harder to appreciate any one subject.
If you enjoy looking at natural forms without immediately naming them, this image leaves room for that pleasure. The first response can be to shape, then to the animal behind it. A shared room can hold both kinds of looking: one person notices a pattern, another recognizes marine life, and each has a way into the photograph.
Choose a feather star canvas as a gift with the recipient’s room and habits in mind. Someone who reads, practices music or takes quiet breaks at home may appreciate having a detailed image nearby. Ask yourself where they would actually see it during those routines. The answer is often a better guide to the right display than matching the picture to a broad decorating label.
Find your next reef subject
Explore invertebrate canvas prints to compare more subjects from Cobi’s collection. Look at Chromodoris quadricolor Canvas Print and Yellowmouth Moray and Cleaner Shrimp Canvas Print alongside this design, then choose the animal and composition you most want to spend time with.
The photographer behind the image
Cobi Hay Yacobi is a marine nature photographer specializing in underwater photography. His experience spans more than 20 years and over 1,000 dives in the Red Sea and around the world. Read about Cobi and his underwater photography to meet the person behind the collection.
Printing and shipping
Your canvas is printed to order in the USA, with printing taking about 3 business days. After printing, estimated delivery is 2–5 business days within the USA or 10–30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. Express shipping is not available.
Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. For other eligible countries, the first canvas costs US$25–US$36 to ship, depending on size, plus US$8 for each additional canvas. Checkout shows the shipping total before payment. Import duties or taxes may apply outside the USA. The English shop does not ship to the EU, EEA or UK.
Frequently asked questions
How should I care for the canvas?
Choose a dry, ventilated indoor wall away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean only with a soft, dry cloth. Room mockups illustrate placement; check the conditions in your chosen room before hanging.
Can I request a size that is not listed?
Contact customer support about another canvas size before ordering. Explain the wall space you have in mind so you can discuss the options before committing to a purchase.
Can I send this print as a gift?
Yes. Enter the recipient’s delivery address at checkout for direct delivery to an eligible country. A photograph chosen around their favorite animal or interest in diving makes a personal starting point.
How do I place and follow my order?
Select the size and quantity, add the canvas to your basket and enter your contact and delivery details. Check your selection and total before paying with an available method through the authorized payment provider. We email confirmation after payment and a tracking number when the order ships.
Where can I read the returns terms?
Read the Returns & Refunds policy for returns and cancellation details before placing your order. Keep your confirmation email with your purchase information.
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