3D Nautical Charts & Maps

Bringing the Sea to Life: The Art of Hand-Cut 3D Nautical Charts

At Landfall, I take the timeless beauty of nautical charts and transform them into striking, hand-crafted works of art. Each piece is a celebration of maritime heritage, geography, and craftsmanship — designed to bring the coastline to life in three dimensions.

Craftsmanship Rooted in Precision and Passion

My charts are not printed replicas or mass-produced pieces. Every one of my 3D charts is meticulously hand-cut, layer by layer, from nautical charts. This traditional approach allows me to preserve the fine details, colour palettes, and textures unique to each region.

The process requires patience, precision, and a deep appreciation for the sea. Each contour line, depth mark, and coastal feature is carefully considered, giving every chart a tactile and visual depth that resonates with anyone who loves the coast.

A Tribute to Maritime Landscapes

Whether it’s the sweeping bays of Plymouth Sound, the winding course of the River Dart, or any other cherished stretch of water, my 3D charts are designed to be as personal as they are beautiful. Finished in elegant frames these artworks become focal points in homes, offices, and marine settings.

They're perfect for sailors, coastal dwellers, and anyone with a connection to the sea. Many of my clients commission custom pieces to commemorate special locations — where they learned to sail, where they grew up, or where they were married by the shore.

The Charts Behind the Craft

I source my nautical charts from trusted publishers, ensuring accuracy and authenticity in every layer. These charts don’t just guide mariners — they tell stories of harbours, headlands, and hidden depths. At Landfall, I give those stories a new dimension.

Commission Your Own Chart

If you have a location that holds meaning for you, I’d love to bring it to life in a bespoke 3D chart.

Visit my Gallery to see recent works, or head to the Contact page to start a conversation.

Landfall – Crafted by Hand, Inspired by the Sea

Let the coastline shape your walls.

About me

Originally from Exmouth Peter graduated from the University of Southampton in 2000 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He spent 13 years working within the Automotive Engineering Industry as a Test and Development Engineer. This included 3 seasons with the Red Bull Racing Formula One Team. In July 2013 he returned to his home county of Devon and turned his hobby into a small business. He now puts the skills and attention to detail learnt from his engineering career into all his artwork to ensure the highest quality product is produced. Peter is married to wife Adele, a secondary school teacher, and has a 12 year old son Jonas and 8 year old daughter Martha. They now live in Hemyock, Devon within the Blackdown Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. With the business growing steadily since 2013 Peter is now making 3D nautical charts on a full time bases. He has produced models for private and commercial clients from Canada, USA, The Caribbean as well as through out the UK.

3D Nautical Chart Lindisfarne Lifeboat Exhibition

Landfall Topographic model Glen Coe Visitors Centre

View my work

My 3D nautical charts and maps can be viewed at the following locations:

Ocean Village Marina, Southampton, Hampshire
Darthaven Marina, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon
The Brixham Steam Packet Co. Brixham, Devon
The Old Lifeboat House, Holy Island of Lindisfarne
The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth, Devon
The Exmoor Visitors Centre, Lynmouth, Devon
Greendale Farm Shop, Near Farringdon, Exeter, Devon
The Cooper Island Beach Club, Caribbean
St. Mellion International Resort, Cornwall
The National Trust for Scotland Visitors Centre, Glen Coe, Scotland
North Lincolnshire Museum
At my home in Hemyock, Devon (by appointment only)

Prices

This really depends on the size / complexity of the chart, the choice of frame and the cost of licensing the data. I offer a range of framing options which will be presented in my written quotation.

The Pioneer range offers the same quality hand-crafted art supplied in a factory made frame which is finished with plexiglass. This is a great introduction to my work and ideal as a gift. Prices for these start from £125 for a 12"x12" frame.

The Voyager range of frames are a quality, made to order product. These can be finished with anti reflective glass and offer more options such as choice of mount colour, carbon fibre backing and surround lighting.

There are a number of options available and I will try to work within your budget. Commissions start from £200 (A4), £325 (A3), £600 (A2) and from £850 (A1). These prices include the frame but exclude delivery.