MARKING SPACE
MARKING SPACE
Hokkaido, Japan
This photograph captures the essence of winter in Hokkaido, Japan. The image is minimal and muted, a tapestry of white and gray, with the only flash of color being a bold red and white striped road marker that sits in the center of the frame like a beacon in the snow.
The photograph invites the viewer to pause and consider the spaciousness of the winter landscape and the power of simplicity. The gentle slope upward behind the road marker, a pristine white canvas, is touched by two copses of trees that are softened by their snow-covered branches. The rolling hill, blanketed in snow, stretches out to the horizon, creating an endless sea of white that is both calming and exhilarating. The red and white road marker is a symbol of hope, a reminder that even in the most desolate of landscapes, there is always something to guide us forward.
The photograph is a visual meditation on the theme of emptiness and fullness, of the vastness of space, and the intimacy of small details. It encourages the viewer to reflect on the way that even the smallest things can have a profound impact on our lives and our experiences. The road marker, so small and seemingly insignificant, is a symbol of the power of perspective and the way that even the most modest things can make a significant impact.
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EDITION SIZE: 45 + 5 Artist Proofs
PRINT TYPE: Dye-Transfer Chrome Print16x16” Gallery Float -or- Flush Style: $1100
16x16” Museum Framed Style: $140024x24" Gallery Float -or- Flush Style: $2500
24x24" Museum Framed Style: $290036x36" Gallery Float -or- Flush Style: $4200
36x36" Museum Framed Style: $480048x48" Gallery Float -or- Flush Style: $6600
48x48" Museum Framed Style: $740059x59” Gallery Float: Price upon request.
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GALLERY FLOAT STYLE: print is backed with 1/4” Sintra and a 3/4” deep metal inset frame attached to the back, to provide a floating look from the wall.
GALLERY FLUSH STYLE: has a 2” deep wood Flush frame, available in Black, White, Cherry or Walnut.
MUSEUM FRAMED STYLE: a 2” deep by 3/8” wide moulding frames the print, with a 1/4” float between the print and the frame.
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Designed to evoke stillness and spaciousness
Throughout human history, people have voyaged far and wide in search of peace and understanding of the world. In new lands, they were met with visions that filled their hearts and minds – towering mountains, soft waves, spiraling branches, and expanses of brilliant white snow. And though many of us have not embarked on extended spiritual pilgrimages, we have all experienced the expansion of our minds and hearts as we witness a breathtaking view. Embracing the power of beauty and the landscape on our mood, these photographs are designed to evoke peace and stillness - and provide the space to embrace the full breadth of our emotions.
Science tells us about the power of beauty
Studies show that focusing on beauty and serenity in nature creates lasting positive effects – increasing happiness, positive social interactions, and a sense of meaning and purpose in life. In one study, 95% of those interviewed said their mood improved after spending time outside – noting a decrease in depression, stress, and anxiety. Time in nature has also proven to increase our ability to pay attention and live in the present moment. Nature is vital to our well-being, but not all of us have a beautiful setting outside our windows. That’s why we need art.
Bring beauty into your home
Scientists have confirmed that viewing scenes of nature in art can positively impact your health and well-being almost as effectively as visiting a beautiful environment. Art allows us to enjoy our morning coffee at a temple in Kyoto and cuddle up with our pets by the stunning coast of Maui. To spend our days in the bustle of the city and return home to the tranquility of a breathtaking view. Fine art photography is more than an image - it is your calm in the chaos, an uplifting breath on a troubling day, and the stillness to embrace your most authentic emotions and nurture your best self.
