Phantom of the Sponge

from $50.00

Nestled deep within the sculpted channels of a barrel sponge, this hairy squat lobster reveals itself only to the patient eye. Photographed in Anilao, Philippines, its lavender limbs and fine, feathery setae shimmer against the sponge’s textured walls—a study in camouflage and flamboyance. This elusive crustacean, no larger than a fingernail, turns its hiding place into a stage, reminding us that reef life thrives in the quiet corners. The image celebrates the beauty of the overlooked and the thrill of discovery in the microcosms of the sea.

Prints are produced locally using the highest quality photographic paper with archival pigment inks with a fade resistant life of up to and exceeding 100 years.

  • Premium Cotton Rag (300gsm): Museum‑quality with a soft matte finish that eliminates reflections. Archival durability ensures your artwork retains its brilliance for generations.

  • Premium Gloss (250gsm): A sleek, high‑shine surface that enhances colour saturation and sharp detail, ideal for vibrant, contemporary presentation.

  • Metallic Pearl (255gsm): Infused with delicate pearl fibers, this paper offers a subtle shimmer that makes images glisten beautifully in the light, adding a unique, luminous dimension.

Prints are printed on demand, please allow 10-15 days for prints to arrive within Australia. A4 and A3 prints will be posted flat in a rigid mailer, A2 prints will be rolled into a mail tube.

Free postage within Australia, international postage will be calculated at the checkout.

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Nestled deep within the sculpted channels of a barrel sponge, this hairy squat lobster reveals itself only to the patient eye. Photographed in Anilao, Philippines, its lavender limbs and fine, feathery setae shimmer against the sponge’s textured walls—a study in camouflage and flamboyance. This elusive crustacean, no larger than a fingernail, turns its hiding place into a stage, reminding us that reef life thrives in the quiet corners. The image celebrates the beauty of the overlooked and the thrill of discovery in the microcosms of the sea.

Prints are produced locally using the highest quality photographic paper with archival pigment inks with a fade resistant life of up to and exceeding 100 years.

  • Premium Cotton Rag (300gsm): Museum‑quality with a soft matte finish that eliminates reflections. Archival durability ensures your artwork retains its brilliance for generations.

  • Premium Gloss (250gsm): A sleek, high‑shine surface that enhances colour saturation and sharp detail, ideal for vibrant, contemporary presentation.

  • Metallic Pearl (255gsm): Infused with delicate pearl fibers, this paper offers a subtle shimmer that makes images glisten beautifully in the light, adding a unique, luminous dimension.

Prints are printed on demand, please allow 10-15 days for prints to arrive within Australia. A4 and A3 prints will be posted flat in a rigid mailer, A2 prints will be rolled into a mail tube.

Free postage within Australia, international postage will be calculated at the checkout.