My Sheep Know My Name
Price range: $800.00 through $1 300.00
My Sheep Know My Name
"My Sheep Know My Name – Sutherland, South Africa" - In the heart of South Africa’s Hantam Karoo, under the hush of a winter evening sky, My Sheep Know My Name captures a moment both desolate and divine. The sun slips behind the Sutherland horizon, casting golden light upon the coarse earth and weather-worn fences of a quiet kraal. The sheep do not approach, though the call is warm and sincere. They do not follow, for the voice is unfamiliar. And therein lies the meaning.
John 10:27-30
My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and My Father are one.”
Inspired by John 10:27–30, this photograph is a spiritual meditation on recognition, belonging, and the intimate nature of divine connection. “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them,” the Scripture reads. In this scene, Jesus’s words find a visual echo in the unspoken silence of animals unmoved by a stranger’s call. It is not hostility, but unfamiliarity—reminding us that true recognition is spiritual, not superficial.
The landscape is unmistakably Karoo—bushes clinging to survival, rusted gates bearing witness to time, and skies painted in hues of grey-blue and firelight. The air is thin with cold, yet the photograph is warm with sacred undertones. It speaks not only of agriculture and survival but of a deeper pastoral relationship between the Shepherd and His own. One must be known to be followed. One must listen to be led.
Sutherland, famed for its brutal winters and crystalline night skies, sets the tone for this contemplative work. Once a frontier of sheep-farming and colonial conflict, it is now a place of stark beauty and historical echo. The land bears its scars and silence with pride—and yet offers moments like this, where soul and soil meet.
My Sheep Know My Name is part of an Open Edition series, signed and embossed for authenticity. Rendered with high fidelity using professional Nikon digital gear, this work fuses technical mastery with biblical metaphor. It invites collectors to reflect on their own relationship with identity, voice, and calling—whether divine or personal.
This piece is ideal for collectors drawn to African minimalism, spiritual symbolism, and visual storytelling. Whether displayed in solitude or as part of a broader collection, it radiates presence, mystery, and a whisper of something eternal.
This is a signed and embossed Open Edition print.
My Sheep Know My Name
My Sheep Know My Name
"My Sheep Know My Name – Sutherland, South Africa" - In the heart of South Africa’s Hantam Karoo, under the hush of a winter evening sky, My Sheep Know My Name captures a moment both desolate and divine. The sun slips behind the Sutherland horizon, casting golden light upon the coarse earth and weather-worn fences of a quiet kraal. The sheep do not approach, though the call is warm and sincere. They do not follow, for the voice is unfamiliar. And therein lies the meaning.
John 10:27-30
My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and My Father are one.”
Inspired by John 10:27–30, this photograph is a spiritual meditation on recognition, belonging, and the intimate nature of divine connection. “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them,” the Scripture reads. In this scene, Jesus’s words find a visual echo in the unspoken silence of animals unmoved by a stranger’s call. It is not hostility, but unfamiliarity—reminding us that true recognition is spiritual, not superficial.
The landscape is unmistakably Karoo—bushes clinging to survival, rusted gates bearing witness to time, and skies painted in hues of grey-blue and firelight. The air is thin with cold, yet the photograph is warm with sacred undertones. It speaks not only of agriculture and survival but of a deeper pastoral relationship between the Shepherd and His own. One must be known to be followed. One must listen to be led.
Sutherland, famed for its brutal winters and crystalline night skies, sets the tone for this contemplative work. Once a frontier of sheep-farming and colonial conflict, it is now a place of stark beauty and historical echo. The land bears its scars and silence with pride—and yet offers moments like this, where soul and soil meet.
My Sheep Know My Name is part of an Open Edition series, signed and embossed for authenticity. Rendered with high fidelity using professional Nikon digital gear, this work fuses technical mastery with biblical metaphor. It invites collectors to reflect on their own relationship with identity, voice, and calling—whether divine or personal.
This piece is ideal for collectors drawn to African minimalism, spiritual symbolism, and visual storytelling. Whether displayed in solitude or as part of a broader collection, it radiates presence, mystery, and a whisper of something eternal.
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.