Blue-Spotted Toby Canvas Print

Description

This blue spotted toby canvas gives a small fish a bold place on your wall, with a bright face emerging from darkness. It is a good choice when you want color without a crowded scene. Cobi Hay Yacobi photographed the animal in the Red Sea.

The blue-spotted toby photograph

The photograph concentrates on the blue-spotted toby and the contrast between its coloring and the background. Small lips, a prominent eye and the blue pattern are visible. The surrounding black gives those details room, without another large subject competing for attention.

From a distance, the main visual elements are the colored fish and the dark field around it. Move closer to follow the finer lines around the face. That change of scale can make the print useful above low furniture, where you can see the whole composition across the room and approach it for a closer look.

Let your eye move between the rounded outline and the tiny features within it. The blue-spotted toby offers a different kind of interest from a wide reef landscape: you spend time with one individual subject. For an animal lover, that close attention can be the reason to choose the picture, even before thinking about a room’s colors.

Meet the blue-spotted toby

This small pufferfish belongs to the family Tetraodontidae. Its scientific name is Canthigaster cyanospilota, and its range includes the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea. The blue markings are part of its identification: spots and short lines cover the body, with lines spreading outward around the eyes.

Dark, saddle-shaped bands cross the upper body. The pattern combines broad areas of color with much finer detail around the face and tail. The FishBase species account describes its markings, distribution and classification. Knowing what to look for makes the photograph more than a quick impression of a yellow fish against darkness.

Your blue spotted toby canvas at home

In the room views, the blue-spotted toby hangs above a linen sofa in the medium and large sizes. The small canvas leans against the wall on a side table. These settings show two different roles for the picture: a main image above seating or a smaller companion to the objects beside you.

Use the surrounding black as part of your decision. On a pale wall, the entire rectangle will read clearly; near darker furniture, the fish’s colors can take more of your attention. A plain cushion or a simple lamp leaves the markings room to stand out. Avoid placing a tall object directly in the line of sight from your seat.

For a desk area, try the blue-spotted toby beside the workspace instead of behind a monitor. That makes its expression part of the view when you pause.

Choose the size for your wall

• 12 × 8 in (30 × 20 cm) : $69 USD
• 30 × 20 in (76 × 51 cm) : $149 USD
• 36 × 24 in (91 × 61 cm) : $169 USD

All prices are in US dollars. Dimensions may vary by about 3 mm (1/8 in), and the image crop may change slightly between sizes while keeping the subject central. Check the selected option before adding it to your basket.

Use paper to mark the full width and height on your wall, then step back to your usual viewing position. Compare the outline with the furniture below and leave space around nearby lamps or shelves. For a group of photographs, include the gaps between them in your measurement. A room image helps you picture a setting; your own measurements determine which size fits.

Canvas finish and wooden frame

The matte surface of your blue spotted toby canvas gives the photograph a textured surface you can see as you move closer. The image continues around the edges, so the picture has a finished side view as well as a front. Inside, a sustainably sourced pine frame supports the canvas at a depth of 0.75 in (1.9 cm).

The canvas is already stretched, hanging hardware is included, and it arrives ready to hang. A decorative outer frame is not included. You can leave the wrapped edges exposed or add a separate outer frame to coordinate with existing artwork. Allow for that frame’s extra width and height when planning a display.

Explore related photographs

Explore the fish canvas prints collection by the kind of image you enjoy: an isolated face, a full body or an animal within its habitat. The ornate ghost pipefish canvas offers fine red and white detail against black. The hogfish canvas print introduces a wider silhouette against blue water.

Those comparisons help you decide how much background you want around a subject. For context on the colors in marine photographs, read our underwater white balance guide. Return to the blue-spotted toby if its small face is the detail you keep remembering.

About Cobi Hay Yacobi

Cobi Hay Yacobi is a marine nature photographer whose work centers on underwater life. His experience includes over 20 years of diving and more than 1,000 dives in the Red Sea and around the world. He selects photographs from thousands of images, using underwater cameras, dedicated lighting and patient observation.

The named animal and the place behind this photograph give you a starting point for exploring the work beyond its colors. Read Cobi’s photography background for more about the person behind the camera.

Printing and delivery

Your blue spotted toby canvas is printed to order in the USA with non-toxic latex inks. Printing takes about 3 business days. After printing, estimated delivery is 2-5 business days to the USA or 10-30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. Allow for both stages when planning an occasion; 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. The total appears at checkout before payment. Outside the USA, import duties or taxes may apply. The English shop does not ship to the EU, the EEA or the UK.

For a gift going directly to someone else, enter the recipient’s delivery address at checkout. You receive an order confirmation by email after payment and a tracking number by email when the canvas ships.

Frequently asked questions

How should I care for the blue spotted toby canvas?

Choose a dry, ventilated room away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean the surface only with a soft, dry cloth. Make these conditions part of choosing the display position, especially near a window.

Can I ask about a different size?

Yes. Use our canvas size and framing support to discuss an option outside the listed range before ordering. Include the wall dimensions and the name of this photograph so we can understand the space you have in mind.

Where can I read the return and cancellation terms?

See the Returns & Refunds policy for the terms that apply to your order. Review the selected size, quantity and delivery details before completing payment.

How do I place my order?

To order your blue spotted toby canvas, select an available size and quantity, then add the canvas to your basket. At checkout, provide your name, email, delivery address and phone number. Review the total and correct any errors. Available payment methods are shown there and processed by an authorized payment provider. The contract is formed after payment, when your order is confirmed.