The Ghosts From The Past
Price range: $1 500.00 through $2 000.00
The Ghosts From The Past
"The Ghosts From the Past – Cape Agulhas, South Africa" - Where the great oceans meet at Africa’s southernmost edge, nature speaks in wind, wave, and wreckage. The Ghosts From the Past captures a haunting relic of maritime history—the final resting place of the Meisho Maru No. 38—its rusting frame locked in eternal battle with the sea.
Photographed with Nikon professional equipment in the windswept solitude of Cape Agulhas, this striking image immortalises what remains of the ill-fated Japanese fishing vessel that met its end on November 16, 1982. In a rare act of mercy from these treacherous waters, all 17 crew members survived, swimming to safety through the surf. The ship itself, however, was not spared—left behind as a monument to the unforgiving coast that has claimed countless others.
As time moves on, the sea slowly dismantles what remains. The prow, now separated from the main hull, juts defiantly from the rocks, weathered by decades of salt, storm, and sun. It will not remain forever. The Ghosts From the Past is both documentation and elegy—an artist’s last glimpse before nature completes its reclamation.
Acts 27:22-24
And now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship. For there stood by me this night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve, saying, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must be brought before Caesar; and indeed God has granted you all those who sail with you.’
The work is steeped in the quiet gravitas of Acts 27:22–24: "There will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship..."
These words echo across time, aligning with the miraculous survival of the Meisho Maru's crew and offering a poignant contrast between human fragility and the enduring might of the sea. The image itself becomes a meditation on impermanence, divine mercy, and the stories that drift between wreckage and wave.
Shot under shifting light and the constant roar of surf, this photograph is rendered with stunning detail and emotional clarity. Every corroded edge and water-streaked surface tells a tale of survival, surrender, and memory. The precision of Nikon optics brings crisp realism to a scene that borders on the ethereal.
The Ghosts From the Past is available as a signed and embossed Limited Edition print series, in an exclusive collection. Printed on museum-grade archival paper, it is designed for collectors who appreciate narrative-rich imagery and the stark, poetic beauty of Africa’s coastal frontiers.
This is not just a photograph. It is a haunting tribute to what is lost, what endures, and what still whispers from the surf.
This is a signed and embossed Limited Edition print, strictly limited to just 25 pieces, ensuring its exclusivity.
The Ghosts From The Past
The Ghosts From The Past
"The Ghosts From the Past – Cape Agulhas, South Africa" - Where the great oceans meet at Africa’s southernmost edge, nature speaks in wind, wave, and wreckage. The Ghosts From the Past captures a haunting relic of maritime history—the final resting place of the Meisho Maru No. 38—its rusting frame locked in eternal battle with the sea.
Photographed with Nikon professional equipment in the windswept solitude of Cape Agulhas, this striking image immortalises what remains of the ill-fated Japanese fishing vessel that met its end on November 16, 1982. In a rare act of mercy from these treacherous waters, all 17 crew members survived, swimming to safety through the surf. The ship itself, however, was not spared—left behind as a monument to the unforgiving coast that has claimed countless others.
As time moves on, the sea slowly dismantles what remains. The prow, now separated from the main hull, juts defiantly from the rocks, weathered by decades of salt, storm, and sun. It will not remain forever. The Ghosts From the Past is both documentation and elegy—an artist’s last glimpse before nature completes its reclamation.
Acts 27:22-24
And now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship. For there stood by me this night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve, saying, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must be brought before Caesar; and indeed God has granted you all those who sail with you.’
The work is steeped in the quiet gravitas of Acts 27:22–24: "There will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship..."
These words echo across time, aligning with the miraculous survival of the Meisho Maru's crew and offering a poignant contrast between human fragility and the enduring might of the sea. The image itself becomes a meditation on impermanence, divine mercy, and the stories that drift between wreckage and wave.
Shot under shifting light and the constant roar of surf, this photograph is rendered with stunning detail and emotional clarity. Every corroded edge and water-streaked surface tells a tale of survival, surrender, and memory. The precision of Nikon optics brings crisp realism to a scene that borders on the ethereal.
The Ghosts From the Past is available as a signed and embossed Limited Edition print series, in an exclusive collection. Printed on museum-grade archival paper, it is designed for collectors who appreciate narrative-rich imagery and the stark, poetic beauty of Africa’s coastal frontiers.
This is not just a photograph. It is a haunting tribute to what is lost, what endures, and what still whispers from the surf.
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.