Embraced by Winter
Winter holds a special place in my heart, it’s the season I eagerly anticipate each year for my photographic pursuits. As an artist who captures the the world in shades of black and white, the allure likes in the stark contrast that the pristine white snow brings to the landscapes. Each occasion to immerse myself in this winter spectacle becomes a cherished undertaking, especially in San Diego where snow is a rare visitor.
Out traversing the serene landscape of the local San Diego mountains after a frigid storm on my snowshoes, searching for images to create, I come across this scene. The initial captivation lies in the compelling interplay between the immaculate white snow and the rugged, dark bark of the Jeffrey Pine Trees. It's a nuanced ballet of contrasts that beckoned me to pause and absorb the scene with all my senses.
Yet, there's a deeper narrative as I step back, allowing the tableau to unfold. Amidst the venerable pines stands a lone young pine tree, courageously confronting the elements. The recent snowfall has delicately bowed its crown, crafting a visual tale of tenacity. In this moment, it's as if the elder trees are mentors, their branches gesturing toward the smaller tree, urging it to endure, to resist the winter's severity without yielding.
This isn't just a photograph; it's a frozen chronicle of resilience, a silent discourse between trees amidst winter's embrace. The frame tells a story, and in this snowy image, the narrative whispers: endure, persevere, and find beauty in resilience.
I hope you enjoy this image as much as I did creating it.
The Prints
All images are printed on museum quality, archival paper with archival inks to ensure the longevity of the artwork.
Editions
All of my images are limited editions of 100 prints which includes all sizes and mediums. After the series has expired no further prints will be made of that image.
Options
I provide several options for purchasing my prints, either as a Print only, Ready to Frame Matted Prints, Framed Prints which include a three inch mat or Trulife Acrylic Facemount Prints. All prints will have a half inch border around the image (except Acrylic) and are hand signed in the lower right corner with the number of the print on the lower left corner. Each print will include a Certificate of Authenticity and a short story behind the image.
Print Only Sizes (no mat or frame included)
8”x10”, 11”x14”, 13”x19”, 16”x20”, 24”x30”, 36”x45”, 40”x50”. If you would like a larger print than what is available here please contact me and I would be happy to provide that for you. I use a local San Diego printer to produce my larger prints and specialty products.
Ready to Frame Matted Print Sizes (Frame Not Included)
Mat sizes: 11”x14”, 12”x16”, 16”x20”, 18”x24”. My Ready To Frame prints are matted prints that are sized to fit in standard frames that can be purchased at most any home decorating stores, no custom size framing necessary.
My ready to frame matted prints are just as they sound, each print comes matted and ready to frame in any standard sized frame of your choosing. The Mat Size will be the frame size required and are standard sizes allowing you to purchase a wide variety of frame from any art, framing or home goods store. I size all matted prints prints to fit standard frames so no need to worry about custom framing.
Framed Prints
Framed prints are mounted with a natural mat, black frame and finished with Acrylite with UV and Non-Glare filters. Please contact me for custom sizing and framing options. Please allow 2-4 weeks for production of framed prints.
Acrylic Facemount Prints
Trulife Acrylic Facemount prints offers a sleek modern look to your artwork. Trulife is a crystal clear, scratch resistant and non-reflective acrylic glass that allows the detail of the artwork to shine through. The pice is mounted with a float backing on the back side creating a ready to hang piece of art work for your home or office. For a more traditional feel and float frame can be mounted to any Trulife Acrylic print.
Notes
Watermarks will not be included on final prints.
Please note that colors you see on your monitor may differ slightly from those of the print due to variations in monitor and screen settings and calibration.
Prints may differ slightly to image displayed due to cropping. Matted prints size will be adjusted to allow for a half inch border between the edge of the image and the edge of the mat.
Items will be shipped in a rigged mailer or tube depending on the size to ensure safe delivery to your location.
