Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
About Our Prints
Q&A
DO YOU PRINT YOUR OWN PHOTOGRAPHS?
Just as the goal of the musician is to play flawlessly on stage in front of an audience, the ultimate goal of any scene I photograph is that it will look beautiful displayed on a wall seen by many. Even though the on-line digital photographs are beautiful in their back-lit display, there is no comparison to a framed and matted photograph hanging on the wall. To that end, I print my own photographs in my studio using Canson archival paper and archival pigment inks so I can control quality in terms of color and dynamic range of the photograph exactly the way I envisioned it when I photographed the scene. Photographs prepared this way will last 100 years or more. I don’t use third party printing companies to handle my printing and quality control. I perform all of the printing, mounting and framing myself so I can control the quality every step of the way. After all, I am putting my name on these photographs, and I won’t sign anything unless it’s perfect. Each fine art photograph is offered in editions of 100 in all sizes and come with a certificate of authenticity. See details in the PRINT for sizes, pricing, mounting and framing options. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to Contact us
WHY ARE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS OFFERED IN RELATIVELY
SMALL SIZES (5X8, 7X13, 8X8)?
The digital age is firmly upon us, where, more often than not, very large prints up to 40” x 60” are the norm. I feel that a smaller size photograph invites one to walk up and take a closer look and perhaps gain a similar feeling and emotion as I did when the subject first caught my eye. I believe when my photographs are printed very large, they lose the subtle mood, tonal characteristics, and details that I strive to express in my images. Besides, instead of buying one large photograph, you can buy several of my photographs for the same price.
SHOULD YOU MAT AND FRAME YOUR PRINTS?
While we do offer unmounted prints for sale, we strongly recommend matting and framing to preserve the quality and condition of your photograph while also enhancing the appearance. Photographs are mounted on museum-grade Bainbridge 4-ply mat board in “ whites ” for archival permanence. UV-filtering, shatterproof acrylic protects the PRINT from harmful UV rays, which can cause fading or yellowing over time. Mounted prints are framed using either wooden or Medal frames utilizing matting between the frame and acrylic to provide depth, giving a neater look and ensuring adequate air space around the print (see Product Information for more details). We use museum-quality wood & metal frames in your choice of White, Black, and Clear MapleSee Shop for printing, mounting, and framing options.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE FOR YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS?
My digital cameras of choice over the years have been Sony a7II with a variety of Sony FE lenses. Although my cameras are essential to producing successful fine art photographs, my most important piece of equipment is my trash can which helps refine me as a photographer by accepting my many failed attempts.
PRODUCT DETAIL?
The fine art photographs created are printed, mounted, and framed by hand in my studio. There are many 3rd party printing companies that could be utilized; however, we would rather have control of the entire process so we can produce a photograph that you will enjoy displaying on your wall. Photographs are printed on Fine Art Canson Infinity and Moab Archival Paper with Lucia PRO ink, delivering vibrant colors, tones, amazing detail, and stunning depth. Each photograph is offered in editions of 100 across all sizes and will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. See additional information about each style offered below.
SHIPPING AND HANDLING?
As each order is handmade to order, please allow 3-4 weeks for production and delivery. Shipping is by USPS and a tracking number will be furnished when the order is shipped. Shipping charges and applicable sales tax will be calculated at checkout.
