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This photo was taken whilst climbing in the Skylight area which is on the opposite side of the canyon. The Ribbon, WI4 200m V...
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The Ribbon

Camp Bird Road, Ouray, Colorado

This photo was taken whilst climbing in the Skylight area which is on the opposite side of the canyon. The Ribbon, WI4 200m V is amongst the classic ice routes to be climbed in the San Juan Mountains. This is a striking line across the canyon from Camp Bird Road. It is among the top 10 ice climbs in this area, if the weather and conditions are safe and stable. There is a high potential for an avalanche since there is a large bowl area above the climb. The bowl above is not entirely visible and should be considered loaded after fresh snowfall. Always check the avalanche report prior venturing out there. Also, this is a very popular climb, and multiple parties are not easily accommodated here. The climb is narrow and there is a lot of snowdrift and falling ice, especially if another party is above you. Start early (the climb takes around 5 hours with multiple pitches), and prepare to climb something else if there are climbers on the route. And do not attempt this route in a bad weather. There is no escape from avalanches here. Date photo taken: Jan 2012

Fine Art Print (Print Only)

The Ribbon print

My print only orders are printed on Fine art archival ink print, sometimes referred to as "giclee" prints using museum quality Hahnemühle Photo Rag Pearl a natural white, 100% cotton paper-guarantees archival standards with a pearl-finish. The bright white of FineArt Pearl enables impressive contrasts and pictorial depth in black and white or color photography. The special coating provides the pearl-finish.

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DuraWrap mounted Canvas Print

DuraWrap mounted Canvas Print

A DuraPlaq canvas print is mounted in a fully acid-free manner to a rigid, lightweight substrate and finished with a hollow black backing and wire hanger to keep the DuraWrap lightweight. Taking advantage of the super smooth satin option, a high clarity DuraPlaq print is produced. Each Durawrap is protected with an acid free, fine art protective coating to give it moisture resistance and UV protection. A mirrored image is used for the side edges. Wire hanger is provided as the standard hanging system for this product, DuraWrap product comes ready to hang, complete with appropriate hanging hardware suitable to most traditional wall installations.  This is truly a revolutionary product and is a great economic way to collect my larger fine art mountain prints!

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MegaPlaq Mounted, Ready to Hang

MegaPlaq Mounted, Ready to Hang

This is a modern method of mounting images, also known as “MegaPlaq” which brings an element of substance and dimension to plaque mounted art as it is finished with a one (1) inch deep beveled edge. The substantial nature of the mounted image can be seen from any angle when displayed. Art is mounted on a thick recycled, eco-friendly wood substrate, acid-free surface and finished with a black beveled edge.  The backside is hollowed out to reduce weight and conceal a convenient “French” cleat hanging system allowing the MegaPlaq to hang securely, flush against a wall.  The image is sealed with a special semi-matte UV laminate, which both protects the print and makes it moisture resistant.  The emi-matte UV finish reduces reflections while maintaining excellent image clarity and contrasts.

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PlexiPlaq Mounted, Ready to Hang

PlexiPlaq Mounted, Ready to Hang

This outstanding display method (sometimes called “Diasec”) provides the glossy metallic paper images with unbeatably crystal-clear, three-dimensional feel as the picture is seen through the acrylic. The Artwork is mounted to the back of art-grade, UV protected, and scratch-resistant acrylic giving the artwork a look that is as durable as it is unique.  A 0.125 inch black, acid-free board is provided on the back of Standard PlexiPlaq to fully encase and protect face mounted artwork.  The edge is finished with a frosted beveled edge to accent the mounted artwork. To accentuate the dimensionality of artwork, a “French” cleat hanging system is applied to the backside of the PlexiPlaq for mounting.  The end result is an image the effectively “floats” half an inch off the wall.

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My prints are Fine art archival ink prints using museum quality Hahnemühle Photo Rag Pearl, 100% cotton paper-guarantees archival standards with a pearl-finish. Fine Art Pearl enables impressive contrasts and pictorial depth in black and white or color photography.

I am also offer three (3) unique modern archival display options which are suitable for shipping.  They are: DuraWrap (canvas wrap), MegaPlaq (satin finish) and PlexiPlaq or Acrylic-glass (metallic print). Also available in packs of six (6) are fine art Greeting Cards with white envelopes.

Free packing and shipping of all prints within the lower 48 United States and also Canada. International shipping to United Kingdom and Europe, prints-only are shipped free of charge. Greeting Cards are shipped free to any location. For mounted images shipped to the UK and Europe please contact me for a shipping quote which will include insurance. For other locations please contact me for a shipping quote which will include insurance.