Orchid Dottyback Canvas Print

An orchid dottyback brings a concentrated patch of purple to this Red Sea photograph by Cobi Hay Yacobi. Seen in profile beside the reef, the fish has a dark stripe through its eye and a clear outline against its surroundings. The photograph is available on matte canvas in three landscape sizes, from a small wall accent to a larger display above furniture.

A closer look at the orchid dottyback

The scientific name is Pseudochromis fridmani, a member of the dottyback family, Pseudochromidae. In the wild, the species is known from the Red Sea. Its maximum recorded length is about 6.3 cm, so the detailed view on canvas shows a fish that is small in its natural setting.

It lives around reefs at depths of about 1 to 60 meters, often beside vertical rock faces or beneath overhangs. Small holes provide nearby shelter. That relationship with the reef helps explain why the surrounding structure matters when looking at a portrait of this fish.

The FishBase account for the orchid dottyback documents its size, range and habitat. Those figures describe the species as a whole; they do not establish the size of the individual or the depth at which this photograph was taken.

Purple against the reef

The photograph shows the fish’s profile, fins and dark eye stripe beside the reef. Pink, brown, orange and yellow tones surround the purple body. The composition includes enough of the setting to let you compare the fish’s outline with the more varied textures around it.

Underwater lighting brings out the colors described in the original image. The orchid dottyback remains the focal point, while the surrounding reef adds detail beyond the fish itself. A place where you can both step back and approach the canvas will let you see these different parts of the photograph.

Photographed in: the Red Sea

Your photograph on matte canvas

The orchid dottyback photograph is printed with non-toxic latex inks on matte canvas. It is stretched over an inner frame of sustainably sourced pine, 0.75 in (1.9 cm) deep. The image wraps around the edges. Hanging hardware is included, so the print arrives ready to hang.

No decorative outer frame is included. The internal wooden support is already fitted, and you can display the wrapped edges or add a separate frame to suit your room. For a group of photographs, plan the gaps between the prints as well as the dimensions of each canvas.

Three sizes, with prices

• 12 × 8 in (30 × 20 cm) — $69 USD
• 30 × 20 in (76 × 51 cm) — $149 USD
• 36 × 24 in (91 × 61 cm) — $169 USD

Each size may vary by about 3 mm (1/8 in). Slight crop adjustments may occur between sizes, with the fish remaining the focus. Measure the wall above your furniture before ordering. If you would like another size, use our contact page to discuss the options.

Price and shipping

The orchid dottyback print starts at $69 USD. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. Shipping to other eligible countries depends on canvas size and quantity and is shown at checkout before payment. The English shop does not ship to the EU, the EEA or the UK. Outside the USA, import duties or taxes may apply.

Every canvas is printed to order in the USA within about 3 business days. Delivery after printing takes about 2–5 business days to the USA, or about 10–30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. If it arrives damaged or defective, contact us with a photo within 30 days of delivery for a free replacement.

From a lounge wall to your home

The room images show the orchid dottyback canvas in a boutique hotel lounge above a long oak bench. The small version rests on the bench, leaning against the wall. These arrangements can also suggest a place in an entryway, a living room seating area or an office reception space.

Try the purple beside neutral furniture, or pick up one of the surrounding reef colors in a nearby cushion or object. Keep the canvas in a dry, ventilated room and avoid prolonged direct sunlight or high humidity. Use only a soft, clean, dry cloth for cleaning.

Explore color beneath the surface

Compare the orchid dottyback with the humbug damselfish canvas, where black and white stripes contrast with colorful corals. Read our guide to underwater white balance for more about color in underwater photography. Select your preferred size and add the print to your cart to order.

About the Photographer

Cobi Hay Yacobi is a marine nature photographer specializing in underwater photography. He has been diving for over 20 years, with more than 1,000 dives in the Red Sea and around the world. Underwater cameras, dedicated lighting and patient observation shape his work.

Why Choose 2Dive?

The orchid dottyback print brings an original photograph from Cobi’s collection into your space. He selects his photographs from thousands of images, using underwater lighting to reveal the scene’s natural colors. Read about his diving and approach to photography on the About page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you ship, and how much does shipping cost?

We ship to the countries offered at checkout. Shipping is free to the USA, Canada and Australia. For other eligible countries, the first canvas costs US$25–US$36 to ship, depending on size, plus US$8 for each additional canvas. The total appears before payment. Outside the USA, import duties or taxes may apply. The English shop does not ship to the EU, the EEA or the UK.

How long do printing and delivery take?

Printing in the USA takes about 3 business days. After printing, delivery takes about 2–5 business days to the USA, or about 10–30 business days to Canada, Australia and other eligible countries. These are estimates; express shipping is not available.

How can I pay?

Available payment methods are shown at checkout. Payments are processed by an authorized payment provider.

How should I care for the orchid dottyback print?

Hang the canvas in a dry, ventilated room away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

Can I add a frame?

The canvas arrives stretched over an inner wooden frame, ready to hang, without a decorative outer frame. You can display it as it is or add an outer frame separately. Contact us to discuss framing.

Can I order the orchid dottyback print in another size?

Contact us to discuss a size that is not listed on this page. Please check the options before placing your order.

What happens after I order the orchid dottyback print?

After payment, we email your order confirmation. Your canvas is printed to order in the USA. When it ships, we email a tracking number. Keep the confirmation as your copy of the order.

Can you send the orchid dottyback print straight to someone as a gift?

Yes. Enter the recipient’s address as the delivery address at checkout. We can ship the canvas directly to them in an eligible country.

How to Order the orchid dottyback print

1. Choose an available canvas size and quantity, then add the print to your basket.
2. Enter your name, email address, delivery address and phone number at checkout.
3. Review the size, quantity, delivery details, shipping charge and order total. Correct any errors before paying.
4. Complete payment using an available method. We email your order confirmation after payment; this is when the contract is formed.

Orders and Cancellations

• The image crop may vary slightly between sizes; the subject stays the focus.
• Available payment methods are shown at checkout. Payments are processed by an authorized payment provider.
• You’ll receive an order confirmation by email and a tracking number by email when your canvas ships. A gift can be shipped directly to the recipient’s address.
• Please see our Returns & Refunds policy.