Found My Heart Among Giants – Dreamy Whale Shark Canvas Print for Ocean Lovers

A painting born from a dream.

Earlier this year, I traveled to Southeast Asia with a single goal: to swim with whale sharks. I got my wish — and more. I saw many, but there's nothing like getting in the water and seeing that galaxy of spots emerge from the blue depths for the first time. And I found my heart overflowing with joy.

"Found My Heart Among Giants" is the watercolor story of that moment — a whimsical tribute to these majestic creatures and the constellations they paint across the ocean. Flowing with vibrant color and shimmering textures created using real sea salt, this artwork captures the peaceful presence of a whale shark, complete with a hidden heart in its spot pattern.

Fun facts: Whale sharks are the largest shark species on Earth — sometimes growing over 30 feet long — yet they feed only on tiny plankton and krill. Their gentle nature is legendary. And each one is unique: just like human fingerprints, their spot patterns are used by scientists to identify individuals.

This painting is for the dreamers, the divers, the marine wildlife lovers. Whether you’ve seen one in person or it’s still on your list, may this artwork bring a little piece of the ocean’s magic into your space — and remind you that some dreams are absolutely worth chasing.

Why You’ll Love It

🐋 Inspired by a Real Whale Shark Encounter – Painted after a life-changing trip.

🔎 Find the Hidden Heart – Just like their real-life spot patterns, this whale shark holds a unique secret for you to discover.

🧂 Made with Real Sea Salt – Unique ocean textures created by salt from the sea where the whale sharks swim.

♻️ Sustainably Made – Archival-quality FSC-certified canvas/paper and vegan, non-toxic inks, shipped sustainably.

🎨 Museum-Quality – Professionally printed and made to last for generations.

🌊 Bright, Flowing Watercolor Style – Whimsical and vivid, like a dream captured on paper.

🐚 Perfect For:
• Ocean lovers & divers
• Coastal homes & beach-themed decor
• Whale shark fans & sea life collectors
• Dream chasers & nature-inspired souls

💙 Bring this gentle giant into your home as a daily reminder of awe, resilience, and the joy that comes from swimming toward your dreams.

Contemporary canvas fine art print, taken from an original painting. Choice of unframed or framed, both ready to hang.

• Giclée prints come on enhanced premium fine art canvas that is museum-quality textured artist-grade cotton canvas for outstanding details and clarity.
• Prints are printed with water-based inks and are acid-free and plastic-free with a 100 year color guarantee.
• Stretched canvasses come stretched on professional artist stretcher bars milled from the finest quality kiln-dried knotless pine from FSC-certified forests.
• Framed canvas prints have a thin frame that sits approximately 0.2 inches (5mm) from the edge of the canvas helping create a floating border. These are great for creating a classy, gallery-quality look for a traditional canvas .
• If there is a bespoke size not listed that you are interested in, please contact hello@thesageleafstudio.com

Every print is made to order, reducing excess inventory and minimizing environmental impact. Each piece is carefully crafted just for you, ensuring that no resources are wasted in the process.

It usually takes 2-7 days to print an order and then 2-7 days for shipping. Please allow for 14 days to receive your order once it is placed.

All canvas prints come signed, with corner protectors, wrapped in recycled plastic and in a cardboard box labeled FRAGILE.

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All US print orders are fulfilled by a U.S. fine art print company.

All International print orders are fulfilled by a fine art print company nearest you, as such no customs duties or taxes will be incurred.

It usually takes 2-7 days to print an order and then 2-7 days for shipping. Please allow for 14 days to receive your order once it is placed.

DELIVERY:

Once your order has been processed, you will receive a shipment notification email with an estimated delivery date.

RETURNS:

Prints are made to order in your chosen size, therefore not returnable. In the unlikely event your print arrives damaged or the quality is not as expected, we have a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Please take a photo of the damage or imperfection, including the packaging and email it to us within the 30 days, and we will arrange a replacement or refund for you.

No returns on sale/discounted items.

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Please rest assured that these are NOT cheap reproductions. It has taken us a lot of time and trial and error to find techniques that we feel captures the true colors and quality of the original.

Each piece has been carefully profiled for fantastically accurate and consistent reproductions using superior giclée printing techniques, that will last a lifetime (100+ years) with appropriate care. 

Our prints are hand-produced using premium enhanced matte fine art paper (200gsm) or premium (Daguerre) fine art quality canvas (400gsm).

All International print orders are captured on premium fine art paper and canvas, fulfilled locally by an EU fine art print company that I have carefully selected, so that you receive your order faster and there are no customs charges.

The prints are of exceptional quality and capture almost all the detail of the original.  

YOUR SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
Your artwork will arrive in pristine condition as it is securely packaged, with care and attention.

In the extremely rare event that your artwork doesn't arrive in perfect condition, we have a 100% satisfaction guarantee for your peace of mind.

Contact us within 24hrs with details of the damage / quality issue and I will arrange for a replacement for you or a full refund.

Our art is made using eco-friendly and vegan materials, like archival water-based paints and inks, and FSC-certified paper and canvas.

Each piece is shipped in sustainable packaging, ensuring your art is as responsible as it is beautiful.

Finally, 10% of your order goes to wildlife and water conservation organizations.

Learn more about our commitment to sustainability here.