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Catcher in the Rye

British Columbia, Canada – 2014

“I caught sight of this coastal wolf lying in the grass and peering into my lens. Always watching, always aware, and possessing senses far beyond human comprehension– the sea wolves of British Columbia are some of the most elusive animals I have ever photographed. Looking at this print conjures a sense of nostalgia for the solitude and sanctity of nature; that place of deep peace afforded only by spending time with our wild relatives in wild places.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Below the Storm

Makaha, Hawaii – 2013

“No matter the weather, there is sanctuary to be found beneath the surface of our great ocean. Sounds dull, visibility becomes limited, and any weight I am carrying, literal or figurative, quickly dissolves as I descend into its depths. I have spent a significant percentage of my life here and feel a responsibility to help curb the existential storm that threatens to sterilize its waters.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Arterial Shadows

Baja, Mexico – 2022

“Rising coastal tides of up to 10 feet stretch inland to create a lacework of delicate patterns of rock and sediment that, viewed from the air, almost literally take my breath away.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Alpha

British Columbia, Canada – 2011

“A female sea wolf relaxes in the intertidal zone of an island off the legendary coast of British Columbia as she waits for the ocean to retreat and expose its many fruits. Unlike timber wolves, this evolutionarily distinct community feeds primarily on seafood such as mussels, clams, barnacles, fish, and sometimes even seals. It is not unusual for them to swim five miles offshore to catch a meal.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10

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A Mother’s Universe

Manitoba, Canada – 2023

“I loved how these newborn cubs stayed so close and listened to their mom. She had a patient, nurturing presence, and her calm expression reflected years of hard-won wisdom. Even after working as a marine biologist and observing polar bears for years, this was the first time I saw a mom emerge from her maternal den. She would have come off the ice sometime in the late summer to carefully select a den and give birth in January, nursing her hairless newborns on some of the richest milk in the world. Once her cubs are big enough to make the trek, she must lead them to the sea ice to gorge on seals after eight months of fasting. I hope she is eating well and raising her cubs to be wise like her as they navigate an uncertain future and warming world.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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PAUL NICKLEN REVERENCE

Petaka "Queen of Patagonia"

River of Dreams

Echoes of the Andes

Silent Vigil

Colors in Flight

Empress of the Andes

Snow Shadow

Celestial Dance

Feline Embrace

Ice Waterfall

Husky Huddle

Majesty Surfacing

About Paul Nicklen

Paul Nicklen (Canadian) is a visual artist and marine biologist who has documented both the beauty and the plight of our planet for over 20 years. Paul’s photography informs and connects by creating an emotional bond with wild subjects in extreme conditions.

After a 20-year career of photographing for journalistic publications like National Geographic, Paul’s perpetuating dream is to revisit his archives for the true artistic gems and release them to the world. His ongoing journey is to continue photographing intimate, evocative, powerful subject matter to create a thought-provoking body of work. Paul hopes his viewers look into the eyes of the animals in his photographs and fall in love with their vulnerability.

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Coastal Odyssey: A Mother's Journey

Western Australia – 2024

“Each year, hundreds of southern right whales migrate from the icy waters of the subantarctic to their calving grounds in the Great Australian Bight. The warm, sheltered shallows provide the perfect nursery for baby whales to grow strong under mom’s protection before their first migration.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Timid Tidings

Western Australia – 2024

“A pair of mother southern right whales greet each other in the shallows and show off their calves — one born white and the other a deep shade of charcoal. Nature can seem utterly chaotic and unpredictable at times, but there is beauty within its inherent balance and near-perfect symmetry.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Pearl of Affection

Western Australia – 2024

“A small percentage of southern right whales are born white like this little calf due to a condition known as grey morphism. As they grow, many darken in color to closely resemble their mothers.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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Mother's Harbour

Western Australia – 2024

“For a young calf, there is little to fear from their vast and new world with mom diligently watching for predators and threats. Southern right whales migrate from the icy waters of the subantarctic to the warm shallows of the Great Australian Bight where they give birth and raise their newborns.” – Paul Nicklen

Available size options with and without framing are below;

Archival pigment print

24 × 36 in / 60.9 x 91.4 cm / Edition of 20
31 x 46.5 in / 78.7 x 118.1 cm / Edition of 15
40 × 60 in / 101.6 x 152.4 cm / Edition of 10
60 × 90 in / 152.4 × 228.6 cm / Edition of 7

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