Back Beach / Paritūtū
Back Beach lies beneath Paritūtū on New Plymouth's coast, with the rock forms of Ngā Motu offshore.
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- Place
- Back Beach / Paritūtū
- Location
- New Plymouth, Taranaki
- Medium
- Archival pigment print, museum-grade matte
- Sizes
- 8×10 · 12×18 · 16×20 · 16×24 · 24×36 in (USA) · 30×40 · 50×70 · 61×91 cm (Australia & New Zealand, Europe)
The record
Back Beach lies below Paritūtū on New Plymouth’s coast, with the islands and sea stacks of Ngā Motu offshore.
The print follows the curve of the dark beach towards Paritūtū on the right. Green leaves fill the foreground, pale surf bands cross the sand, and the offshore rocks sit separately against the blue water.
What this print shows
The dark beach provides a continuous line from the foreground to the foot of Paritūtū. Bright leaves fill the lower right corner, while the islands remain small and separated by blue water. Angular green and ochre planes simplify the rock faces. The curved surf bands repeat the shape of the beach and lead toward the taller landform at the right.
Image reference credits Illustration adapted with reference to “Paritūtū Back Beach, New Plymouth” by Phillip Capper and “Sun setting on back beach” by Dave Young, both under CC BY 2.0. Changes include vertical recomposition, simplified forms, a new palette and cloud treatment.
Common questions
What sizes does the Back Beach · Paritūtū poster come in?
United States – unframed: 8×10 in, 12×18 in, 16×20 in, 16×24 in, 24×36 in ($29–$59); framed: 8×10 in, 12×18 in, 16×20 in, 24×36 in ($59–$179)
Australia & New Zealand – unframed: 30×40 cm, 50×70 cm, 61×91 cm (US$39–US$59); framed: 30×40 cm, 50×70 cm, 61×91 cm (US$95–US$189)
Europe (EU) – unframed: 30×40 cm, 50×70 cm, 61×91 cm (€45–€66); framed: 30×40 cm, 50×70 cm, 61×91 cm (€89–€179). Shipping is included in every price.
Can I get it framed?
Yes. The framed version comes in a solid oak frame, ready to hang, for United States, Australia & New Zealand, Europe (EU). Choose “framed” under Size & finish.
How long does delivery take?
Every print is made to order through our production partner; the fulfilment location depends on the product and delivery address. United States: 2–3 business days to print plus 5–11 in transit, so about 7–14 business days in all; Australia & New Zealand: 2–3 business days to print plus 7–15 in transit, so about 9–18 business days in all; Europe (EU): 2–3 business days to print plus 5–8 in transit, so about 7–11 business days in all. Orders placed Monday to Friday before 14:00 Copenhagen time count from that day. You get an email with tracking when it ships.
What is it printed on?
Archival, museum-grade matte paper with pigment inks. Unframed prints ship flat or in a sturdy tube depending on size; framed prints ship ready to hang.
What if it arrives damaged, or I change my mind?
Damaged, faulty or wrong prints are reprinted or refunded everywhere – write to us within 30 days with a photo. Customers in the EU also have a 14-day right of withdrawal. See returns & refunds.
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Independent artwork by Surf Haunts. Not affiliated with, sponsored by, authorized by, or endorsed by Back Beach / Paritūtū, or by any organization associated with it. The name of the place is used solely to identify the subject depicted. This is an original illustration, not a photograph.
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