A smiling green sea turtle swims toward the camera at sunset in the ocean near Haleiwa on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.

Peek a Boo Close Up

Haleiwa, North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii

Peek a Boo captures a rare and intimate sunset moment between photographer and wildlife in the waters off Haleiwa on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. As the sun set over the Pacific Ocean, the world’s happiest sea turtle surfaced unexpectedly and swam directly toward the camera, appearing to smile as it aligned perfectly with the glowing horizon. The photograph reflects a fleeting encounter shaped by timing, trust, and the natural rhythm of the ocean. The moment resulted in an image that feels personal, joyful, and quietly powerful. 

Peek a Boo is one of Philip Waller’s most collected fine art photographs and has become a defining image of his body of work. Offered as a metal, acrylic, canvas, and paper fine art photography print this piece is produced using museum quality materials and archival processes designed to ensure longevity and exceptional detail. Peek a Boo brings the happiest turtle to life making it well suited for homes, offices, and thoughtfully curated interiors.

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Photo © copyright by Philip Waller.

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Metal Print

Metal Print

For the serious art collector! HD Acrylics are the highest quality photographic prints available. Unparalleled in its longevity (archival for over 125+ years), sharpness of details, and superior display. These are Limited Editions prints with only 25 Edition Prints ever made. Comes ready to hang!

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Paper Print

Paper Print

Lustre Endura Prints have excellent archival display life with a slight gloss which gives richer prints than Matte papers and has a slightly pebbled texture. Each paper print comes ready for the matting and framing of your choice.

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Canvas Wrap

Canvas Wrap

Fine Art Giclee Canvas are printed directly onto museum quality canvas using high quality archival inks and coated with laminate for UV and waterproof protection. The canvas is then wrapped around a wooden stretcher frame and are mirrored on the sides. These are a great alternative to traditional printing and framing and come ready to hang.

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