Galactic Clock Works
Price range: $800.00 through $1 300.00
Galactic Clock Works
"Galactic Clock Works - Sutherland, South Africa" is a study in celestial rhythm and terrestrial stillness—a luminous meditation on time, light, and landscape. Captured digitally beneath the Bortle 1 skies of Sutherland in South Africa’s Hantam Karoo, this image places a classic windmill at the centre of a cosmic spiral. The result is a hauntingly serene scene where starlight turns like a galactic clock around a quiet axis of rural life.
The long-exposure star trail arcs across the heavens, its spirals mirrored with remarkable clarity in the sheep drinking trough below. This visual echo—sky to earth, cosmos to container—invites contemplation of both scale and stillness. Here, the divine clockwork of the night sky is reflected in the everyday structure of life in the Karoo.
Sutherland, with its high elevation, frigid winters, and dry air, is renowned for its near-absolute darkness—home to the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) and some of the clearest night skies on the continent. Far from the hum of cities, the silence of this land amplifies the voice of the stars.
The Hantam Karoo, from the Khoisan word meaning "where the red bulbs grow," is a semi-arid expanse of deep heritage and hardy beauty. Rugged mountain backdrops, sparse vegetation, and a history etched with the resilience of its people and wildlife frame the visual character of this piece. Sheep farming and traditional windmills remain icons of the region’s agrarian rhythm, offering sustenance and symbolism in equal measure.
Psalms 148:3-6
Praise Him, sun and moon;
Praise Him, all you stars of light!
Praise Him, you heavens of heavens,
And you waters above the heavens!
Let them praise the name of the Lord,
For He commanded and they were created.
He also established them forever and ever;
He made a decree which shall not pass away.
Galactic Clock Works draws spiritual inspiration from Psalm 148:3-6: a call for sun, moon, and stars to praise the Creator. The photograph becomes a visual hymn, where the heavens do, indeed, declare glory—not in spectacle, but in quiet motion and reflection.
This is a signed and embossed Open Edition fine art print, meticulously produced to archival standards. Whether installed in a refined residence, private gallery, or institutional collection, this piece offers more than visual wonder—it becomes a portal to the poetry of a South African night.
Explore our curated collections to discover fine art that resonates with depth, origin, and African soul.
This is a signed and embossed Open Edition print.
Galactic Clock Works
Galactic Clock Works
"Galactic Clock Works - Sutherland, South Africa" is a study in celestial rhythm and terrestrial stillness—a luminous meditation on time, light, and landscape. Captured digitally beneath the Bortle 1 skies of Sutherland in South Africa’s Hantam Karoo, this image places a classic windmill at the centre of a cosmic spiral. The result is a hauntingly serene scene where starlight turns like a galactic clock around a quiet axis of rural life.
The long-exposure star trail arcs across the heavens, its spirals mirrored with remarkable clarity in the sheep drinking trough below. This visual echo—sky to earth, cosmos to container—invites contemplation of both scale and stillness. Here, the divine clockwork of the night sky is reflected in the everyday structure of life in the Karoo.
Sutherland, with its high elevation, frigid winters, and dry air, is renowned for its near-absolute darkness—home to the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) and some of the clearest night skies on the continent. Far from the hum of cities, the silence of this land amplifies the voice of the stars.
The Hantam Karoo, from the Khoisan word meaning "where the red bulbs grow," is a semi-arid expanse of deep heritage and hardy beauty. Rugged mountain backdrops, sparse vegetation, and a history etched with the resilience of its people and wildlife frame the visual character of this piece. Sheep farming and traditional windmills remain icons of the region’s agrarian rhythm, offering sustenance and symbolism in equal measure.
Psalms 148:3-6
Praise Him, sun and moon;
Praise Him, all you stars of light!
Praise Him, you heavens of heavens,
And you waters above the heavens!
Let them praise the name of the Lord,
For He commanded and they were created.
He also established them forever and ever;
He made a decree which shall not pass away.
Galactic Clock Works draws spiritual inspiration from Psalm 148:3-6: a call for sun, moon, and stars to praise the Creator. The photograph becomes a visual hymn, where the heavens do, indeed, declare glory—not in spectacle, but in quiet motion and reflection.
This is a signed and embossed Open Edition fine art print, meticulously produced to archival standards. Whether installed in a refined residence, private gallery, or institutional collection, this piece offers more than visual wonder—it becomes a portal to the poetry of a South African night.
Explore our curated collections to discover fine art that resonates with depth, origin, and African soul.
This is a signed and embossed Open Edition print.
Price range: $800.00 through $1 300.00
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The Cameras
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Every photograph begins with the camera it was created on. Whether captured on traditional photographic film or a modern digital camera, every image is produced with the same commitment to craftsmanship and authenticity.
Film negatives and transparencies are personally developed by hand before being professionally scanned and prepared for printing. Digital photographs are captured in RAW format and carefully processed to preserve the original scene rather than alter it.
Large Format
Shen-Hao 4×5
4×10
5×7
8×10
Korona 7×17
Pinhole Cameras
Medium Format
Baby Rolleiflex
Yashica 44
Yashica Mat 124
Pentax 645N
Mamiya 645 1000S
Pentax 6×7
Fuji GX617 Professional
Various panoramic roll-film systems
35mm
Nikon F5
Nikon F6
Digital
Nikon D800E
Nikon D4
Nikon D5
Fujifilm GFX100
The Collections
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Every collection represents years of exploration, patience and careful craftsmanship. Some photographs are captured digitally, while others originate on traditional photographic film.
Film photographs are developed by hand before being scanned using professional equipment. Digital RAW files receive only careful tonal and colour refinement, preserving the integrity of the original photograph.
Collections are available as either Open Editions or Limited Editions, depending on the artwork.
The Triptych Collection Sizes
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Triptych Size Guide
For Triptych Collection artworks, the selected size applies consistently across all three panels.
In compositions where the side panels are portrait and the centre panel is landscape, the selected size refers to the maximum height of the artwork. For example, when A3 is selected, the two portrait side panels are produced to the A3 long dimension, and the centre landscape panel is scaled proportionally to match that same height.
Where all three panels are landscape or all three are portrait, the selected format remains consistent throughout the set — A0 is A0, A1 is A1, A2 is A2 and A3 is A3. Sizes are not mixed between panels.
Available Triptych Collection sizes: A0, A1, A2 and A3.
The Editions
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Limited Editions
Limited Editions are permanently restricted to 25 prints worldwide, regardless of the size or medium selected.
Once the edition has sold out, no additional prints of that artwork will ever be produced.
Signing & Numbering
Every Limited Edition print is individually signed, embossed and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Each print is hand-numbered—for example: 10/25
This indicates the tenth print produced from a total edition of twenty-five.
The Photographic Process
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Many CFP Prints artworks begin with traditional photographic film.
Each negative or transparency is developed by hand using carefully selected chemistry before being professionally scanned for printing. Every stage of the workflow is managed with the objective of faithfully reproducing the original photograph rather than digitally transforming it.
Every photograph represents a real moment, captured through experience, patience and light—not artificial intelligence.
The Printed Medium
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CFP Prints is produced exclusively on museum-quality Hahnemühle FineArt media.
Hahnemühle Cézanne Canvas
A 430 gsm, 100% cotton canvas offering exceptional colour depth, fine detail and long-term archival stability. Its natural matte surface makes it ideal for gallery-quality presentation.
Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Matt Baryta
A 308 gsm, a natural white, 100% cotton paper with a traditional barium sulphate coating. This paper offers rich blacks, luminous highlights, and refined surface texture. It is acid- and lignin-free, with certified age resistance.
Certificate of Authenticity
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Every CFP Prints artwork is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (CoA)—a signed and embossed document that formally certifies the originality, provenance, and technical details of the artwork.
Issued with both Limited Edition and Open Edition works, the certificate confirms that the artwork was produced exclusively by CFP Prints using museum-quality archival materials and professional printing standards.
Collectors, galleries, and institutions are encouraged to retain the Certificate of Authenticity with the artwork at all times. It forms an important part of the artwork’s provenance and assists in verifying authenticity for resale, exhibition, insurance, and archival cataloguing.
Caring for Your Print
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Every CFP Prints artwork is produced using museum-quality archival materials designed to provide exceptional longevity when properly cared for.
To help preserve the beauty of your artwork for generations:
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or strong reflected light.
- Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft artist’s brush. Never use household cleaners, solvents, or abrasive materials.
- Display or store your artwork in a dry, temperature-controlled environment, away from excessive humidity or heat.
- Canvas prints are protected with a professional matte archival varnish and may be gently cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth when necessary.
With appropriate care, your CFP Prints artwork will retain its richness, detail, and archival quality for many years.