Breathing Light

Sunlight filters through turquoise water and tall kelp fronds, recalling the underwater forest once known as ‘The Kelp’ between Brighton and Taieri Mouth, south of Dunedin. Pale patches on the seafloor balance the deeper greens above, while curved stems suggest the pull of the current. The scene evokes the light and shelter of a flourishing kelp habitat.

Sunlight changes as it passes beneath the sea’s surface. Water absorbs red wavelengths more readily than blue, giving clear underwater scenes their cool colour. Ripples bend and concentrate the incoming light into shifting bright patterns, while kelp breaks it into shafts and shadow. The result is an underwater forest whose light moves with the sea above.

Printed on 230gsm smooth matte archival-quality paper, with a smooth, non-glossy finish.

Pigment-based, UV-stable archival inks reproduce the colours and fine details of the original digital artwork. Each giclée print is produced in New Zealand.

Proudly New Zealand Made™.

Choose from A4 (21 × 29.7cm), A3 (29.7 × 42cm), A2 (42 × 59.4cm), A1 (59.4 × 84.1cm) and A0 (84.1 × 118.8cm). Dimensions refer to the overall paper size. A white border sits within these dimensions, reducing the printed image area.

Handle your print by its edges with clean, dry hands. Frame under glass and display away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Every fine art print funds a native tree through Trees That Count. Your selected planting region is a preference; the final location depends on where planting support is needed.

Hiriwā also makes monthly contributions to Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, supporting native forest and wildlife conservation.

Allow up to 5–7 business days for production before dispatch. Delivery time is additional.

All orders are sent with online tracking. Free New Zealand shipping applies to eligible website orders of $100 or more, excluding Pet & Iris Portraits.

If your print arrives damaged, please contact us with photos so we can arrange a replacement. See our policy for delivery charges, international shipping and return conditions.