Sneeukop Rises Above The Vineyards Of Rawsonville In The Breedekloof Valley
Sneeukop Rises Above The Vineyards Of Rawsonville In The Breedekloof Valley
"Sneeukop – Rawsonville, South Africa" - In the quiet grandeur of South Africa’s Breedekloof Valley, Sneeukop rises like a sentinel—its name, “Snow Peak,” a poetic tribute to its often snow-cloaked crown. This panoramic work, captured in the clarity of early spring, reveals a land in harmony with itself: mountains, vineyards, and open sky in quiet conversation. A visual symphony of colour and form, this image is not merely a landscape—it is an ode to place, memory, and endurance.
Towering in the distance, the 1,200-meter Sneeukop peak anchors the scene, its enduring presence reflecting the soul of the valley. The image was created with a Linhof 617 medium format panoramic camera on Kodak Professional Ektar 100 film—a film revered for its saturated colour, fine grain, and cinematic fidelity. The use of Ektar, paired with masterful analogue technique, renders the landscape in extraordinary tonal depth and clarity. Each nuance of light, each texture of field and mountain, is preserved in exquisite detail—natural, unfiltered, and unrepeatable.
Rooted in heritage, this view looks over the wine-growing community of Rawsonville, a settlement founded in 1859 on the farm Aan-de-Smalblaar. Today, it is part of the celebrated Breedekloof Wine Route, less than an hour from Cape Town. Here, the rhythms of vine and valley remain untouched by haste—offering a timeless serenity that collectors can sense in the stillness of this piece.
Isaiah 55:12
“For you shall go out with joy, And be led out with peace; The mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you, And all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.
Isaiah 55:12 frames the image with spiritual resonance: “The mountains and the hills shall break forth into singing before you, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.”
These words echo the spirit in which this photograph was taken—quiet reverence, joy in simplicity, and a deep respect for the land.
The original image was installed as an 11-metre panoramic artwork at Sneeukop Wines, standing as a monumental celebration of regional identity and visual poetry. Now offered in a strictly limited edition of just 25 prints worldwide in our limited edition series, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of that story.
Each print is signed and embossed by the artist. No AI, no digital manipulation—just lens, light, and lived experience. This is a piece for those who value authenticity, patience, and the quiet majesty of Africa’s landscapes.
This is a signed and embossed Limited Edition print, strictly limited to just 25 pieces, ensuring its exclusivity.
Price range: $1 500.00 through $2 000.00
Sneeukop Rises Above The Vineyards Of Rawsonville In The Breedekloof Valley
Sneeukop Rises Above The Vineyards Of Rawsonville In The Breedekloof Valley
"Sneeukop – Rawsonville, South Africa" - In the quiet grandeur of South Africa’s Breedekloof Valley, Sneeukop rises like a sentinel—its name, “Snow Peak,” a poetic tribute to its often snow-cloaked crown. This panoramic work, captured in the clarity of early spring, reveals a land in harmony with itself: mountains, vineyards, and open sky in quiet conversation. A visual symphony of colour and form, this image is not merely a landscape—it is an ode to place, memory, and endurance.
Towering in the distance, the 1,200-meter Sneeukop peak anchors the scene, its enduring presence reflecting the soul of the valley. The image was created with a Linhof 617 medium format panoramic camera on Kodak Professional Ektar 100 film—a film revered for its saturated colour, fine grain, and cinematic fidelity. The use of Ektar, paired with masterful analogue technique, renders the landscape in extraordinary tonal depth and clarity. Each nuance of light, each texture of field and mountain, is preserved in exquisite detail—natural, unfiltered, and unrepeatable.
Rooted in heritage, this view looks over the wine-growing community of Rawsonville, a settlement founded in 1859 on the farm Aan-de-Smalblaar. Today, it is part of the celebrated Breedekloof Wine Route, less than an hour from Cape Town. Here, the rhythms of vine and valley remain untouched by haste—offering a timeless serenity that collectors can sense in the stillness of this piece.
Isaiah 55:12
“For you shall go out with joy, And be led out with peace; The mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you, And all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.
Isaiah 55:12 frames the image with spiritual resonance: “The mountains and the hills shall break forth into singing before you, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.”
These words echo the spirit in which this photograph was taken—quiet reverence, joy in simplicity, and a deep respect for the land.
The original image was installed as an 11-metre panoramic artwork at Sneeukop Wines, standing as a monumental celebration of regional identity and visual poetry. Now offered in a strictly limited edition of just 25 prints worldwide in our limited edition series, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of that story.
Each print is signed and embossed by the artist. No AI, no digital manipulation—just lens, light, and lived experience. This is a piece for those who value authenticity, patience, and the quiet majesty of Africa’s landscapes.
This is a signed and embossed Limited Edition print, strictly limited to just 25 pieces, ensuring its exclusivity.
Price range: $1 500.00 through $2 000.00
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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 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.