Explore Mexico's Yucatan cenotes, tranquil underwater lilies sway in cobalt waters, lit by filtered jungle sunlight.

Lilies of the Secret Waters

Limited Edition

$4,000


Experience the art of personalization. All artwork and frames are meticulously built to order ensuring that each piece is carefully crafted according to your preferences. Choose from a selection of image sizes, liners and frames to create a unique masterpiece that reflects your distinct style and enhances your living or working environment.

  • 100 cm:
    • Acrylic Mount: 40 3/4" x 13 5/8"
    • Brushed Pewter without Liner: 45 1/4" x 18 1/4"
    • Brushed Pewter with Liner: 53 1/4" x 26 1/8"
    • Matte Black without Liner: 47 1/4" x 20 1/8"
    • Matte Black with Liner: 54 7/8" x 27 3/4"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop without Liner: 48 1/2" x 21 1/4"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop with Liner: 56 1/8" x 29"
    • Dark Ash Scoop without Liner: 48 1/2" x 21 1/4"
    • Dark Ash Scoop with Liner: 56 1/8" x 29"
    • Stealth Block without Liner: 46 5/8" x 19 1/2"
    • Stealth Block with Liner: 54 1/4" x 27 1/8"
  • 150 cm:
    • Acrylic Mount: 58 7/8" x 19 1/2"
    • Brushed Pewter without Liner: 63 3/8" x 24"
    • Brushed Pewter with Liner: 73 3/8" x 34"
    • Matte Black without Liner: 65 1/2" x 26"
    • Matte Black with Liner: 75" x 35 5/8"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop without Liner: 66 5/8" x 27 1/4"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop with Liner: 76 1/4" x 37"
    • Dark Ash Scoop without Liner: 66 5/8" x 27 1/4"
    • Dark Ash Scoop with Liner: 76 1/4" x 37"
    • Stealth Block without Liner: 64 3/4" x 25 3/8"
    • Stealth Block with Liner: 74 3/8" x 35"
  • 200 cm:
    • Acrylic Mount: 79 1/8" x 26 5/8"
    • Brushed Pewter without Liner: 83 5/8" x 30 1/8"
    • Brushed Pewter with Liner: 93 5/8" x 41 1/8"
    • Matte Black without Liner: 85 5/8" x 33 1/8"
    • Matte Black with Liner: 95 1/4" x 42 3/4"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop without Liner: 86 7/8" x 34 3/8"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop with Liner: 96 1/2" x 44"
    • Dark Ash Scoop without Liner: 86 7/8" x 34 3/8"
    • Dark Ash Scoop with Liner: 96 1/2" x 44"
    • Stealth Block without Liner: 84 7/8" x 32 1/4"
    • Stealth Block with Liner: 94 5/8" x 42 1/8"
  • 240 cm:
    • Acrylic Mount: 94 3/8" x 31 3/8"
    • Brushed Pewter without Liner: 98 7/8" x 35 7/8"
    • Brushed Pewter with Liner: 108 7/8" x 45 7/8"
    • Matte Black without Liner: 100 7/8" x 37 7/8"
    • Matte Black with Liner: 110 1/2" x 47 1/2"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop without Liner: 102 1/8" x 39 1/8"
    • Cigar Leaf Scoop with Liner: 111 3/4" x 48 3/4"
    • Dark Ash Scoop without Liner: 102 1/8" x 39 1/8"
    • Dark Ash Scoop with Liner: 111 3/4" x 48 3/4"
    • Stealth Block without Liner: 100 1/4" x 37 1/4"
    • Stealth Block with Liner: 110" x 47"
  • 280 cm:
    • Acrylic Mount: 110 1/4" x 37 1/4"

For orders within the continental United States, delivery typically takes 4-6 weeks from time of purchase. Orders shipped outside the continental United States, including Hawaii and international destinations, may require at least 6-8 weeks for delivery. For more detailed shipping information, please visit the FAQ section.

Our limited-edition artworks represent a dedication to exclusivity and artistic integrity. The edition number indicates the total prints produced across all physical sizes. For instance, a limited-edition numbered 450 means that the photograph will only be produced a total of 450 times, regardless of size—whether it's 100cm, 150cm, 200cm, or any other available dimension. This ensures that each size variation maintains its exclusivity within the overall edition count. Once these 450 prints are sold, the edition will be permanently closed, guaranteeing the rarity and value of your chosen artwork. For more detailed edition information, please visit the FAQ section.

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Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico
Hidden beneath the lush jungle of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula lies a captivating subterranean world. Home to an estimated 10,000 cenotes – natural sinkholes formed by the collapse of limestone, creating gateways to tranquil freshwater pools where light and shadow intertwine. In these clear, cobalt blue waters, underwater lilies flourish, nurtured by sunlight filtering through the canopy above.

Reaching the pristine and secluded cenotes required navigating through a labyrinth of submerged caves – an exploration into the heart of the earth itself. The light from the surface faded, and quickly the world became shadows and muted sound. Guided by a dive light casting ghostly formations on the timeworn rocks, each movement forward became a delicate dance, demanding grace and precision.

The location where the underwater lilies resided was like a cathedral. The pool was illuminated by soft, diffused sunlight that gave the water an ethereal glow. Beneath the surface, tranquility – the lilies swayed gently in the quiet currents. Lying in wait, their vibrant hues were a stark contrast to the dark, mysterious backdrop.

Capturing this elusive beauty was more difficult than expected and completely different from the usual shoot. The stability of a tripod and the luxury of time to compose the shot, exchanged for the fluid environment where each element was constantly in motion. It was a delicate balancing act – maintaining a steady position in the water without disturbing the silt from the floor. A challenge that demanded not just technical skill but also an intuitive understanding of the water’s flow and the lilies' delicate sway – carefully maneuvering to capture a hidden world without disturbing its delicate balance. This unique set of challenges made each photograph all the more rewarding.

The soul of the cenote was captured – a timeless sanctuary where nature seemed to stand still, revealing its most secretive wonders.

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