Burn the Boats Painting - Fine Art Print, Motivational Wall Art for Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Creators
🔥 The artwork that reminds you to go ALL IN every single day!
*Canvas is available in 12"x24".
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A defiant call to commitment, Burn the Boats captures the moment ships are set ablaze, sealing fate and fueling destiny. Inspired by the legendary order of Hernán Cortés in 1519, this painting doesn’t just depict fire, it ignites it within you. Kyle Lucks renders the scene in fierce, flickering motion - flames rising, escape routes erased. It’s a visual war cry for entrepreneurs, athletes, and anyone who’s ever bet everything on one bold vision. Hang it where hesitation dies and resolve is reborn. This isn’t just wall art, it is a mindset, mission, and a vow to never retreat.
Burn the Boats – The Moment of No Return
Inspired by the legendary moment in 1519 when Hernán Cortés ordered his men to burn their ships upon landing in Veracruz (current day Mexico), this artwork captures the irreversible decision to go all in. The fire wasn't just literal—it was symbolic. There was no going back, unless it was on the enemy’s ships. Victory became the only option. Today, that same mindset fuels entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and leaders who refuse to retreat.
Kyle Lucks’ dynamic brushwork and fierce palette bring this historic metaphor to life with modern grit. The flames roar upward as the sea consumes every fallback. If you want to take the island, burn the boats. This painting is the embodiment of that mindset.
Hang it in your office, gym, or creative studio as a visceral reminder: the only path is forward. Whether you're building a startup, training for your next breakthrough, or navigating a personal transformation, Burn the Boats is your rallying cry. It’s the piece of motivational wall art that separates dreamers from doers, tourists from warriors.
Own a piece of art that challenges you every day to step up, stay in the fight, and finish what you started. No Plan B. No Way Back. Just fire, focus, and forward motion.
Available Sizes & Formats:
- Sizes: 7x14", 9"x18", and 12"x24
- Gallery-Wrapped Canvas (Available only in 12”x24”)
- Note: Due to the nature of stretching canvas, the artwork may slightly wrap over the sides.
- Framed Paper: Black
- Framed Canvas: Black
- Unframed Paper Prints also available
Why buy Burn the Boats?
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A Daily Reminder to Commit Fully
This giclée print turns your wall into a bold declaration: no retreat, no excuses, no turning back. -
Museum-Quality Craftsmanship
Printed with archival inks on premium paper or canvas, each piece captures the fire, motion, and intensity of the original. -
Own the Mindset, Not Just the Message
More than art, it’s a visual battle cry for entrepreneurs, athletes, and high-performers who choose to go all in. -
Striking in Any Format
Available in multiple sizes and finishes—unframed, framed, or stretched canvas—so you can display it your way. -
Fuel for Focus and Momentum
Position it where hesitation creeps in, and let it push you forward when the pressure hits.
Perfect For:
- Entrepreneurs and founders who want a daily visual anchor for staying all-in on their vision.
- Athletes and high-performers seeking a bold reminder that comfort is the enemy of growth.
- Home offices, gyms, or creative studios where mental toughness and momentum are non-negotiable.
- Gift-givers looking for meaningful, motivational artwork that goes beyond clichés.
- Anyone ready to eliminate Plan B and hang a mission statement on the wall.
Bring home the mindset of total commitment. Order your print of Burn the Boats today and add bold purpose, daily drive, and unstoppable energy to your space.
Production Time & Shipping
All orders are printed on demand and shipped directly to the customer. It takes approximately 7 days to produce a print, let it dry completely, and package it securely so it arrives in one piece.
UPS Ground shipping takes approximately 3-7 days, therefore we estimate your order will arrive 14 days after placing it*. There is an option to expedite shipping with UPS 3 Day Select, which can take up to 3 days. You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking number once your order is en route.
*Shipping time is an estimate and unexpected delays can occur due to weather, national holidays, and global pandemics, to name a few.
Please notify us if your order is damaged upon arrival so we can file a claim with the carrier and produce a replacement for you.
Print Technique & Materials
Prints are reproductions of original paintings using a high-quality inkjet printing technique known as "giclee."
Unframed and framed artwork is printed on archival cotton rag paper, which is acid free and will resist fading and discoloration for generations. Unframed prints on paper are unsigned and feature a 1.5"-2" white border around the image. Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
All framing is custom made to the exact specifications of each image, with an acid-free white mat and acrylic glazing (glass is prone to breaking when shipped). Most prints are non-traditional sizes and will not fit properly in mats or frames purchased off the shelf, therefore custom framing is recommended.
Canvas prints are referred to as "gallery-wrapped" because the color or image wraps around the sides of the canvas and it is stapled on the back. The canvas is wrapped around 1.5" deep wood stretcher bars and arrives ready to hang.
Framed canvas prints feature a "float frame," which has a 0.25" gap between the edge of the canvas and the frame moulding. The frame is 2" deep.
Custom Mat for Unframed Paper
Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
You can purchase a custom mat from your local frame shop or online. If online, we suggest Matboard & More. Choose Arctic White in Decorative Quality, or if you prefer to upgrade, select White Art in Conservation Quality.
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