Photographer: Fabrice Jaine
 
Caption: I jump in the water. My first swim in the clear waters of the Kingdom of Tonga. I hear a mesmerising melody. It feels close. It is so inviting. I cannot resist but swim around, searching desperately for the source. The melody gets louder. It is here, somewhere in the blue. I look down and I spot something glowing in the depths. I dive down, 5, 10, 15, 20 metres. There is it, a lone male humpback whale singing his courtship vocalisation. His enthralling serenade is unique, it tells all females in the vicinity where he is from, where he has been, and with a personal 'chorus' to showcase his uniqueness. It is now so powerful I can feel it resonating through my entire body. He is facing down in the water column, tail up, projecting his powerful song onto the seafloor to disperse his call as far as he can in hope to find a mate. He is lonely, and in search of his soulmate.
 
* This image received a Honorable Mention at the 2016 International Monochrome Awards, a world-renowned photography competition that celebrates Black & White photography.*
 
About the printing process: Every one of these images is precious to Fabrice, and therefore when purchasing one of Fabrice's prints you can expect meticulous attention to detail. Each print will be treated with the utmost care, delicately handled and securely packaged to ensure it arrives safely into your hands and will be proudly displayed in your home or office! Images are printed with the finest printers, papers and materials to ensure superior quality and a final product that is rich in detail, depth and colour.
 
Various print options are available for each photograph:
Art Paper:  Fabrice typically prints on Ilford Galerie Premium Papers, which include Gold Fiber Silk, Textured Cotton Rag, Smooth Pearl or Metallic Gloss papers. Since each photograph is unique in its tonal range and mood, each print may require a specific paper/texture to truly express its full potential. Fabrice likes to decide on paper choice during the printing process to ensure high output quality, however if you wish to specifically request one of the papers mentioned above, please contact Fabrice after your have placed your order to discuss your needs.
Acrylic mounted prints: Acrylic mounted prints are modern prints where the printed photograph is mounted behind a 5mm optical grade and UV protective clear acrylic layer. The resulting product is a breathtaking print that will make an impact on any audience, with remarkable depth and brilliance, and ready to be hung on your wall for a modern look. Since acrylic mounting requires additional and precise work for optimal output quality, it may take up to 2 weeks for your acrylic print to be delivered. Also, a $50 fee is included in the price to cover packaging needs.
 
For specific enquiries or custom sizes, please contact Fabrice directly.