The Kokerboom At Pleroma
The Kokerboom At Pleroma
"The Quiver Tree at Pleroma – Kammieskroon, South Africa" - In the heart of Namaqualand, beneath the vast skies and scorched stone of the Kamiesberg range, stands a lone sentinel—ancient, iconic, and illuminated in the waning light of a late summer afternoon. The Quiver Tree at Pleroma is a masterful photographic meditation on resilience, presence, and place. Captured on panoramic film just south of Springbok, near Kamieskroon, this image is a quiet hymn to the soul of the Northern Cape.
Framed by towering granite formations and bathed in golden, reflected light, the quiver tree (Aloidendron dichotomum) appears almost sculptural—its luminous branches reaching skyward in quiet reverence. The shot, executed with precision and care, involved the use of eight carefully positioned reflector boards, delicately bouncing sunlight back onto the tree as the sun dropped rapidly toward the horizon. This is a challenging process as light changes so quickly as the sun begins to fall below the horizon. There was constant adjusting of the reflector boards to get the scene lit properly. At over 42°C, this image was hard-won through sweat, timing, an intimate knowledge of the land and with the help of my dear friend Koos in perfectly positioning the boards,
Psalms 16:11
You will show me the path of life;
In Your presence is fullness of joy;
At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
The name Pleroma, meaning "fullness" in ancient Greek, is a reference to divine completeness—a fitting context for the tree’s glowing, almost celestial appearance. This symbolism is further deepened by Psalms 16:11.
In the quiet wilderness, with only stone, wind, and sky for company, this tree becomes a symbol of spiritual clarity and joy found not in abundance, but in simplicity.
Photographed using a Fuji GX 617 Panoramic medium format film camera on Kodak Professional Ektar 100, this image exhibits exceptional colour fidelity, ultra-fine grain, and edge sharpness. The cinematic VISION Film technology infuses the scene with a depth and richness that digital formats simply cannot replicate. The warm hues, crisp textures, and painterly saturation are all testaments to the craft of analogue photography and the patience it demands.
The Quiver Tree at Pleroma is presented as a signed and embossed Limited Edition print series. Printed on museum-quality archival paper, it is intended for collectors who value not only what is seen, but what is felt.
This is more than a landscape. It is a sacred encounter—a convergence of earth, light, and soul in a uniquely African setting.
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
The Kokerboom At Pleroma
The Kokerboom At Pleroma
"The Quiver Tree at Pleroma – Kammieskroon, South Africa" - In the heart of Namaqualand, beneath the vast skies and scorched stone of the Kamiesberg range, stands a lone sentinel—ancient, iconic, and illuminated in the waning light of a late summer afternoon. The Quiver Tree at Pleroma is a masterful photographic meditation on resilience, presence, and place. Captured on panoramic film just south of Springbok, near Kamieskroon, this image is a quiet hymn to the soul of the Northern Cape.
Framed by towering granite formations and bathed in golden, reflected light, the quiver tree (Aloidendron dichotomum) appears almost sculptural—its luminous branches reaching skyward in quiet reverence. The shot, executed with precision and care, involved the use of eight carefully positioned reflector boards, delicately bouncing sunlight back onto the tree as the sun dropped rapidly toward the horizon. This is a challenging process as light changes so quickly as the sun begins to fall below the horizon. There was constant adjusting of the reflector boards to get the scene lit properly. At over 42°C, this image was hard-won through sweat, timing, an intimate knowledge of the land and with the help of my dear friend Koos in perfectly positioning the boards,
Psalms 16:11
You will show me the path of life;
In Your presence is fullness of joy;
At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
The name Pleroma, meaning "fullness" in ancient Greek, is a reference to divine completeness—a fitting context for the tree’s glowing, almost celestial appearance. This symbolism is further deepened by Psalms 16:11.
In the quiet wilderness, with only stone, wind, and sky for company, this tree becomes a symbol of spiritual clarity and joy found not in abundance, but in simplicity.
Photographed using a Fuji GX 617 Panoramic medium format film camera on Kodak Professional Ektar 100, this image exhibits exceptional colour fidelity, ultra-fine grain, and edge sharpness. The cinematic VISION Film technology infuses the scene with a depth and richness that digital formats simply cannot replicate. The warm hues, crisp textures, and painterly saturation are all testaments to the craft of analogue photography and the patience it demands.
The Quiver Tree at Pleroma is presented as a signed and embossed Limited Edition print series. Printed on museum-quality archival paper, it is intended for collectors who value not only what is seen, but what is felt.
This is more than a landscape. It is a sacred encounter—a convergence of earth, light, and soul in a uniquely African setting.
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 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.