Alice and the Blue Shore - Coastal Portrait Canvas Print

Alice - Coastal Portrait Canvas

Captured on 35mm film along South Africa’s West Coast, this portrait of Alice holds a quiet kind of intimacy.

Taken during a test shoot early in my career, what began as something simple became something far more rare. There was no performance, no posing.. only a moment where she softened completely, letting her guard down in a way that feels both tender and timeless.

The late afternoon light that I love so much about South Africa catches the warmth of her skin, the tenderness in her gaze, the orange scarf, and the endless azure of the blue lagoon beyond. The result is a portrait that feels less like an image and more like a memory.. sun-drenched, salt-kissed, and fleeting.

Looking at it now, it carries the feeling of youth, of freedom, of the safety of warmth and sunshine and those quiet, unspoken moments that stay with you long after they pass.

This piece is both a portrait of her and a mood - ideal for those drawn to coastal interiors, analog photography, and soft, feminine imagery with depth and soul.

Why You’ll Love It

A rare, unposed 35mm film portrait capturing natural beauty and quiet intimacy
A timeless coastal aesthetic with warm tones and ocean blues
A refined statement piece for bohemian, coastal, or minimalist interiors
Evokes a sense of nostalgia, freedom, and sun-drenched ease

Product details (canvas 1.25")

Printed on thick 1.25" (3.18 cm) matte canvas with a soft, tactile texture
Stretched over a sustainably sourced FSC-certified pine wood frame
Printed using eco-certified, non-toxic inks
Includes rubber wall dots for secure, stable hanging
Printed to order in the USA or Europe depending on your location
Available in multiple sizes

Available Sizes

Horizontal Formats

18″ × 12″ (45.7 × 30.5 cm)
A delicate, smaller format ideal for intimate spaces, shelves, or layered gallery walls.

24″ × 16″ (61 × 40.6 cm)
A versatile mid-size that fits beautifully in bedrooms, offices, or smaller feature walls.

30″ × 20″ (76.2 × 50.8 cm)
A classic, balanced format that works effortlessly across a wide range of interiors.

48″ × 32″ (121.9 × 81.3 cm)
A bold statement piece that enhances color, mood, and visual presence in a space.

Custom Sizes

Need a custom size?
We offer select larger formats, including 60″ × 40″ (152.4 × 101.6 cm), on request. Please get in touch and we’ll be happy to assist.

Care
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
Dust gently with a soft dry cloth
Indoor display recommended

Please Note

Each piece is individually made to order. For this reason, we are unable to accept returns unless the item arrives damaged or defective. If there is ever an issue, please reach out within 7 days of delivery with a photo and we will arrange a replacement.

Republic of Venus
Poetry for your walls.

EU representative
Honson Ventures Limited
gpsr@honsonventures.com
3, Gnaftis House flat 102
Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, Cyprus

Product information
This piece is produced under the Republic of Venus brand using carefully selected materials and refined print techniques.
Covered by a 2-year legal warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland in accordance with Directive 1999/44/EC.