"Every Day an Eternity" - July, 2011 'Print of the Month'. ©2011 Dave Taylor/Sixtyone North - Click to Enlarge

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Print of the Month for May, 2011 – “The Glow of Spring – #002″
Every year, I return to Cordova, Alaska. Simply put, it is one of the most spectacular locations on our planet – for photography and for escaping city life. The variety available in this region staggers me; ocean, rain forest, glaciers, mountains, ponds, lakes, marshes, meadows, streams and rivers. Then there is the wildlife! Moose, bear, wolverine, sea otters, bald eagles, trumpeter swans and so much more. My photo tour also coincides with the massive wildflower bloom in mid-late June. Fields of lupine, dotted with buttercup, columbine, bunchberry, yellow pond-lillies, and many other varieties.
The brilliant yellow of the buttercup in this image contrasts nicely with the deep blue-purple of the out of focus lupine. I wanted to really emphasize the range of color in the scene, and simplify the composition by focusing on a very specific, and beautiful, ‘vein’ detail on a single flower petal. For me, these incredible details are the essence of Alaska – gorgeous color surrounded by stunning vistas. I remember the day this image was made as if it was yesterday. A crisp morning and very light mist greeted me as I opened the door to the porch in front of our lodge; gentle waves lapped at the shores of Orca Inlet, just a few feet below the wood railing in front of me. I could smell the ocean and surrounding rain forest, a wonderfully fresh smell. I could almost hear the ancient trees behind our lodge creaking their invitation to me, so I took an early morning hike along on old game trail. I half expected to see a black bear wondering amongst the thick timbers, but it was only my feet that fell on the moss-cushioned forest floor. Every now and then, the trees would creak again in the soft breaze or a bald eagle would shreak overhead. They beckoned me onward. Before long, it was nearing lunch, so I headed back to the lodge and had a light meal. Then I headed out along the Copper River Highway, towards the Delta. Lining the roadside were thick patches of wildflowers. I tried several compositions, many of them were uncompelling. There was still a slight breeze, so as I set up this shot I had to wait for the wind to die in order to get a sharp image. The wait was worth it – it allowed me to ‘settle’ into the landscape even more, becoming more aware of what it was that attracted me to this location.
Rich, contrasting color and the simple form of a beautiful specimen of Pacific Buttercup set against thousands of Arctic Lupine.

Bring a piece of Alaska into your home or office.
I’m offering this print as the first of my new Print of the Month Collectors Edition. Each print is custom made by the master printers at West Coast Imaging and measures 20″ x 30″. The image is printed on a vibrant ‘super gloss’ paper, then sandwiched between a flame polished acrylic sheet and a dibond backing. This mounting method is extremely rigid and is supported by a unique ‘french cleat’. This design allows the print to seemingly float in front of your wall. There is no additional framing needed, and the print is delivered to your doorstep ready to hang. This 20″ x 30″ print is being made available for a special introductory price of only $375, that is $125 off! This is a beautiful print; rich in color, depth and detail. It will literally leap off the wall at you and help you think of summer in Alaska, year round.
Print orders will be sent to the printer around June 1st, and will ship direct from the printer shortly thereafter. If you are interested in purchasing this (or any other image) as a premium print, please email me.

Want to stay up to date about all upcoming events, print announcements & specials, as well as tour and workshop updates? Two times each month I send out a newsletter. On the 1st of each month, the “Print of the Month” Newsletter is sent out – it unveils a special image that is being offered a heavily discounted rate for the entire month. The prints are beautifully printed by master printmakers and are shipped ready to be hung on a wall in your home or office. No framing needed!

On the 15th of each month, my “Latitude Newsletter” is sent out. It will keep you up-to-date with all the exciting news we’re involved in; new photo projects, tour updates, tips & tricks, and other specials. Great information for free. Gotta love it! Just sign up below. You can unsubscribe at any time, not that you’d ever want to.

So here’s the deal. I’ve always wanted to offer high quality prints at a discounted rate. Photography (and art in general) should not be an exclusive club available only to the wealthy art collectors. With that in mind, I’ve decided to offer a monthly print special. 1 image for 1 month. 1 special low price. The images will all be Gallery Wraps – a fine art canvas is wrapped over a wooden frame. Plus 1 more option.

2 sizes to choose from. Why, well – the smaller size is less expensive and will give more people the opportunity to own a beautiful print & the larger print is for those looking for something really special at a reduced rate!

Each print is custom and will be shipped from my professional lab to me first for inspection & approval. Each image is also printed with a digital signature embedded directly into the canvas printing process. No additional framing is needed, as soon as it arrives – you can hang it on your wall. Framing is one of the most expensive steps in displaying artwork, that’s one of the things that makes this Gallery Wrap option so attractive (besides its physical appearance). It’s a finished product.

But remember, once the month is over – so is the discount! The print will go back to its original price point. Normally this special price is only good for 1 month, but since this is the start of this special, I’m giving you a couple extra days before the month of November really starts. You’re welcome

To start things off, I’m offering an image I took this past fall – “Moonrise Over Mount Blackburn”.

Print of the Month - November 2009 "Moonrise Over Blackburn"

Just click on the link over there to the right… yep that’s the one. It says “Print of the Month“. The link will take you to the full deal. Yep, click it now. What are you waiting for? There you g…

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