Look for the Light: Volume One
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I'm thrilled to announce that I am now shipping my first-ever limited-edition print collection, Look for the Light: Volume One. This is a collection of 10 of my favorite photos, spanning from 2019 through 2021.
Only 50 of these collections will be made available for purchase, divided into 4 pricing tiers. As of July 10, 2024, only 5 copies of the first tier remain.
Each 8" x 10" print is produced by me personally, in my home studio, using Red River Palo Duro Etching 315 fine art paper and authentic pigment inks on a Canon Pro 2100 large format printer. This combination of museum-quality paper and archival inks will ensure your collection retains its beauty for generations to come when properly displayed and cared for.
Palo Duro Etching, a beautifully textured heavyweight paper, is the same medium I use for all my prints: I wanted to ensure the viewing and handling experience of this collection met the same standards as my standalone prints.
I've carefully proofed every image to produce the most vibrant prints possible, and each includes a small border to allow for safe handling and, if you choose to do so, easy framing. As noted, each image is printed on an 8" x 10" sheet of paper. The actual image dimensions are 6.4" x 8.4".
Included with every collection is a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity, and each print is initialed and numbered on the back, as well. Additionally, a QR code will be provided for viewing an exclusive "behind the images" video in which I share more of the details surrounding each photo.
Each collection of prints is presented within a soft touch paper folio that is custom embossed with silver foil.
The included images, each of which I revisited as needed to embrace the 8" x 10" print format, are:
The Witch's Hand
Arrival at Tunnel View
Summer Storm, Colorado
Catching the Light
ephemeral / PERMANENCE
Killarney Wanderings
The View from Cedar Creek Bridge
Parting Kiss
- Hiraeth
The Defiant One
My fine art photography artwork is printed on Palo Duro Etching 315 from Red River Paper.
Photography prints made with Palo Duro Etching 315 are the perfect choice for anyone looking to showcase stunning nature photography. This high-quality art paper is made from 100% cotton rag and has a classic texture that adds depth and interest to your prints without detracting from the details. It is OBA-free and archival, making it ideal for museum-quality and exceptional longevity.
One of the benefits of this paper from Red River is its warmer white tone, which gives my prints an elegant, natural look. This is particularly beneficial for nature photography, as it enhances the beauty of landscapes, nature scenes, and other images with a natural color palette. Unlike other matte papers, it also produces amazingly deep blacks, thanks to a barrier coat that locks ink into the inkjet coating and prevents it from sinking into the base paper.
Palo Duro Etching 315 is a true conservation grade media, with no optical brighteners, and is acid- and lignin-free. It is perfect for producing my fine art nature prints, whether for display in your home or at work. This paper is also ideal for fine art print collectors who appreciate the texture and feel of watercolor or cold press fine art paper.
With its elegant look, feel, and performance, my fine art prints are sure to impress and delight for generations to come.
Reviews
I have been following Mike's work as a photographer for many years, and am very satisfied with the items I have purchased, including Look For The Light, Volume 1.� Mike's photos are very meaningful to me, both for their beauty, and the variety of settings he has travelled to take them. As a writer, the photos have inspired my Muse many times, including Killarney Wanderings from Volume 1. Having a folio of his work means a great deal to me. I look forward to seeing where Mike's journey into the world of Photography takes him next.
I recently received my Look for the Light folio. Very happy with my decision to purchase this. Amazing images in the collection, a folio that feels good in the hands, and printed on fine art paper for a great total product. It is obvious there was a high level of thought and attention to detail that went into all of it - from the selected images to how they are displayed and stored. And it is always nice to view images in their printed form instead of always online. Looking forward to the next volume!
I received my copy of Look for the Light this afternoon, and I'm really pleased with it. The images are truly special. A View from Cedar Creek Bridge is my favorite, a star among co-stars. Your attention to presentation details is remarkable also, adding that elusive tone of confident professionalism to your fine folio.
Just like my other review, this folio is lovely as well. Everything about this folio is carefully thought out The paper, the colors, the images, and the details to details were spectacular.
Excellent collection of photos and wonderfully presented. Absolutely top-notch work. Highly recommend. Thank you Michael!