Description
The Pink Sea Star Beside the Reef Canvas Print brings rounded arms and soft pink color to your wall, with red markings that invite a closer look. Pale sand opens beside the animal, balancing the textured coral in Cobi Hay Yacobi’s Red Sea photograph.
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Meet the pink sea star
The photographed animal is Choriaster granulatus, commonly known as the granulated sea star. It belongs to the echinoderms and has a broad body with short, rounded arms. The adult form is notably substantial, with thick skin covering the central disc and arms rather than the narrow, pointed outline familiar from many star symbols.
The Australian Museum’s Lizard Island Field Guide describes pale orange to pink adults with darker areas on their upper surface. It also records this species at the base of reef slopes. These rounded proportions match the visible subject here. Its position beside the reef is part of the photograph; a still image does not establish feeding or movement.
The photograph: a rounded shape beside the reef
Cobi Hay Yacobi photographed this pink sea star in the Red Sea on April 1, 2016, according to the camera date, and edited the image himself. The animal appears at the foot of the reef with a broad area of pale sand to its right.
Look first at the red markings against the pale body, then at the contrast between the rounded arms and the irregular coral backdrop. The open sand gives your eye a less detailed area beside the subject. A close viewing position highlights those smaller markings; from farther away, the overall outline becomes more prominent.
Pink sea 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.
Pink sea star canvas sizes and prices
- 12 × 8 in : $69 USD
- 30 × 20 in : $149 USD
- 36 × 24 in : $169 USD
Before selecting your pink sea star canvas, mark its width and height on paper and compare the rectangle with your wall. View it from the dining table, a nearby chair or the entrance. Allow clearance above furniture and lamps. The image crop may vary slightly between sizes.
From an entrance hall to a dining room
The room mock-ups show the pink sea star in three settings. The small canvas appears at a dental clinic reception, the medium size in a home entrance, and the largest in a Scandinavian dining room. These offer different viewing distances, from a nearby waiting seat to a wall seen across a table.
Consider a light wall or an area beside wood furniture, using the photograph’s pale sand and pink tones as a starting point. In an office, check the view from seated positions in a reception area.
Compare another sea star canvas
The red cushion sea star on rock shows a different species photographed in Cuba. Compare its portrait composition with the wider reef setting of this pink sea star. For more ways to recognize underwater animals, explore our marine life identification guide before choosing a single print or planning a pair.
A pink sea star print for a shared room
A pink sea star canvas is a gentle starting point when you want underwater photography in a room used by several people. Compare it with the fabrics and objects already there rather than trying to recreate a room preview. A pale cushion, a wood surface or an existing ceramic piece may provide enough connection to make the image feel settled.
Consider what the picture will share a wall with. A single larger object below it creates a different balance from a shelf of small items. If the area feels crowded, try reducing the objects immediately beneath the canvas before choosing a smaller print. Sometimes the display needs fewer competing details rather than less artwork.
For a pair, the pink sea star and the red cushion sea star offer a clear reason to look from one photograph to the other. You can arrange different formats around a shared centerline instead of forcing their top and bottom edges to match. Test the arrangement with paper shapes before committing to a gap.
As a gift, the pink sea star suits someone who enjoys softer colors and the less familiar forms of marine life. Think beyond a generic beach theme. A person who collects shapes, natural textures or animal portraits may find a connection to this photograph even without being a diver. Choose a place they use often, where the picture can become part of daily life.
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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