Description
The Lionfish Close-Up Dark Background Canvas Print gives a narrow wall a bold meeting of striped fins and shadow. Cobi Hay Yacobi’s portrait holds your attention at the eye, then lets it travel through the bands below. Choose it when you want a marine photograph with a strong vertical presence.
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Lionfish Close-Up Dark Background Canvas: the photograph
Cobi Hay Yacobi photographed this lionfish close-up in the Red Sea on April 2, 2016, according to the camera date. The eye is sharply defined between the orange and pale stripes. Fins extend across the lower part of the image, with their repeated bands set against the darker structure behind them.
The vertical arrangement gives the upper shadow an important place in the composition. At a distance, you see the contrast between the dark area and the patterned fish below. Closer to the canvas, your attention can move along individual fin rays and back to the eye. A wall with room to stand nearby lets you appreciate both views.
The animal in the lionfish close-up
The fish is identified as Pterois sp., a lionfish whose exact species has not been established from this photograph. These marine fish belong to the scorpionfish family. Long fins and conspicuous bands are familiar features of the group, which is native to the Indo-Pacific. Here, the head and banded fin rays provide a close view of that recognizable form.
Lionfish have venomous spines used in defense. The Wikipedia overview of the genus Pterois explains the group and its fin structure. The photograph shows the fish’s appearance; it does not document a defensive encounter. The cropped view also leaves some of the features needed for a more precise identification outside the frame.
Give a vertical wall its own subject
A lionfish portrait can become the single piece that makes a narrow stretch of wall feel considered. Before adding other objects around it, look at the photograph on its own. The strong contrast gives it enough presence to work without a cluster of smaller decorations competing beside it.
For a room with several photographs, decide how you want the vertical shape to relate to any wider pieces. You might keep it on a separate wall so its outline stays clear, or align it with one edge of a neighboring print. The lionfish offers a natural center for someone interested in patterns, making it a personal choice even when the room has no other marine details.
Canvas, printing and delivery
Your lionfish close-up is printed on canvas stretched over an inner wooden frame, 0.75 in deep. The wooden support is part of the canvas. No decorative outer frame is included. Display the print as supplied or contact us to discuss separate framing options if you want to coordinate it with other artwork.
The finished canvas arrives ready to hang, so you can move from choosing a wall to enjoying the photograph.
Each canvas is printed to order in the USA, with production taking about 3 business days. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. 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 unavailable.
For other countries offered at checkout, the first canvas costs US$25-US$36 to ship, depending on size, plus US$8 for each additional canvas. Review the displayed total before payment. Import duties or taxes may apply outside the USA. The shop does not ship to the EU, EEA or UK. Allow for both production and delivery when planning a gift.
Choose your canvas size
- 8 × 12 in: $69 USD
- 20 × 30 in: $149 USD
- 24 × 36 in: $169 USD
These dimensions are width by height. The lionfish close-up hangs vertically, so measure the available height as well as the wall width. Mark out your preferred size with paper and check it from the doorway and your usual seat. The image crop may vary slightly between sizes; leave clear space around the canvas so its outline remains visible.
Consider how the print will be viewed, not only how much wall is available. A place beside your usual seat can make a smaller photograph feel personal; a wall seen across a shared room may call for a larger presence. If you are choosing between two sizes, compare both outlines before ordering, with the furniture and objects you expect to keep nearby.
Ideas for a narrow wall
The room images show the smallest canvas in a wine bar corner, the medium size in a hotel corridor and the largest in a loft. These examples make use of the portrait format in different settings. At home, consider a wall beside a drinks cabinet or a reading chair; in an office, compare the available space near a reception seat.
Choose the location before selecting the size. A corridor offers a passing view, while a seating area allows longer looks at the fin detail. Keep furniture and tall objects from hiding the lower part of the photograph.
Care for your canvas
Display the canvas in a dry, ventilated room away from prolonged direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean it only with a soft, clean, dry cloth.
More photographs to consider
Pair this lionfish close-up with the porcupinefish among corals canvas to compare two very different faces and textures. The second photograph has a landscape format, which is useful to consider when planning a pair. For an introduction to recognizing marine subjects, read our marine life identification guide.
Browse the fish canvas prints collection to compare subjects. For two more options, see Humbug Damselfish (Dascyllus abudafur) Canvas Print and Blue-Spotted Toby Canvas Print. Open the product views side by side and choose the composition you most want to return to.
The photographer behind the image
Cobi Hay Yacobi is a marine nature photographer specializing in underwater photography. He has been diving for over 20 years, with more than 1,000 dives in the Red Sea and around the world. Underwater cameras, dedicated lighting and patient observation shape his work.
Visit Cobi Hay Yacobi’s photographer profile to explore his diving background and approach to underwater photography. This lionfish print belongs to his original photographic collection.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ask about a size that is not listed?
Yes. Use the canvas size and framing contact page to discuss the options before placing an order. Have your available wall measurements ready so you can explain the space you are planning for.
Can you send the canvas directly as a gift?
Yes. Enter the recipient’s address as the delivery address at checkout. Choose a size with their available wall space in mind, and check the destination before completing the purchase.
Which payment methods are available?
Checkout shows the available payment methods, processed by an authorized payment provider. You can review the chosen size, quantity and full order total there before paying.
Where can I find return and cancellation terms?
Read the Returns & Refunds policy before ordering. It explains the terms for this made-to-order canvas, so you can check how they apply to your purchase.
Order your lionfish canvas
Choose the size you want for your lionfish print, then add the quantity to your cart.
- Enter your contact information and delivery address.
- Check your product options and address for any errors before paying.
- Complete payment using an available checkout method.
Your order confirmation arrives by email after payment; this is when the contract is formed. Keep that email as your record of the order. A separate email supplies the tracking number when your canvas ships.
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