The Guardian's Passage: Framed photo paper poster

For a few precious months each year, the warm, sacred waters off Maui are graced by the presence of giants. This photograph captures the awe-inspiring moment a humpback whale—known as the Koholā to the Hawaiian people—bids a temporary farewell before diving into the deep blue mystery of the Pacific.

In Hawaiian culture, the Koholā is more than an animal; it is revered as an ʻaumakua, a family guardian and a living embodiment of immense strength and ancient spirit. The powerful tail, or fluke, is itself a symbol of protection, speed, and good fortune on the vast ocean.

This image freezes that powerful, fleeting moment in time. The graceful arch of the fluke, with waterfalls of ocean cascading from its edge, is a final, majestic gesture before a return to the world below. It speaks of profound journeys, deep connections, and the untamed power of the natural world.

Bring this stunning piece into your home as a reminder of nature's majesty, a symbol of strength and guidance, and a connection to the sacred spirit of the islands.

Make a statement in any room with this framed poster printed on high-quality paper, with a partly glossy, partly matte finish.

• 10 mil (0.25 mm) thick paper
• Paper weight: 260 g/m²
• .75” (1.9 cm) thick ayous wood frame
• Acrylite front protector
• Hanging hardware included
• Blank product components in the US sourced from Japan and the US
• Blank product components in the EU sourced from Japan and Latvia

How to attach hooks on 24″ × 36″ horizontal frames:
Place each of the mounting hooks 1 inch (2.5 cm) from frame corners when hanging horizontally.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!