An explanation about print sizes and aspect ratios:
(please read this, it's a bit tedious but very important)

What is a "standard" size print? This is where things can get a bit confusing. Historically, I have printed my images on a non-standard size piece of paper so that when I mat the item, it becomes a standard frame size. For example, I used to print a 10"x14" image and place that in a 16x20 mat. The 16x20 mat made it easy for customers to simply purchase a 16x20 frame, assemble it together and you’re done. Sounds simple enough, so why change? Here's why:
When I print a 10"x14" image for use in a 16x20 mat I’m cropping off 1" of the original photograph or about 10%. When ordering an 11x14 or 22x28 mat there is an even greater loss of image due to cropping. I simply don't want to continue to throw away a part of my original photograph. Photo labs have offered 4"x6" prints for many years because it means that you get back everything that was originally in the picture (no cropping). If you double a 4x6 to make an enlargement it should be an 8x12. However, when you go to look for an 8x12 frame there aren't very many choices but there are a million 8x10 frames to choose from. So instead of ordering an 8x12 most people order an 8x10 and lose 2" of their original photograph. Why does the frame industry want you to cut off 2" of your original photo? I won't bore you to tears with an explanation other than to say it has to do with the "aspect ratio" of what film was 75 years ago. Today, the aspect ratio of 95% of the cameras on the market is 3 : 2. In simple terms this means for every 3 parts on the long side of your photo there are 2 parts on the short side.(i.e. double that and you get a 4"x 6" print). Most of the images on my website are shot with a 3 : 2 aspect ratio except for the panoramas. My panorama images have aspect ratios of 2 :1 , 3 :1 , 4 :1 and 6:1 depending on what looks the very best for that composition.
With the launching of this website, I am currently offering the full ,original image area printed on a "standard" size sheet of archival photographic paper.
(see sizes below)

No more mats = larger print size for less money.
I am moving away from offering matted photographs. It is my belief and the belief of most professional framers that a white or off white mat rarely brings out the very best in a photograph. I have used white mats for years to establish continuity in my art fair display and frankly because everyone else does. White mats became the standard for black and white photography(there was no color photography at the time) ,however the most effective way of allowing an image to really "pop" is by using either a dark or complementary colored mat. These choices are not only driven by the image itself but also by the decor in your home and by personal preference. My variety of images is so diverse that it is cost prohibitive to offer the hundreds of possible color combinations that would be needed to individually mat my photos. For these reasons, I have decided to make my prints larger, charge less for them and eliminate the mat! If you choose not to mat them, they will still fit in a standard poster style frame however conservation framing is highly recommended to insure archivability.
(see sizes below)

Canvas = no glass glare, no mat or frame needed!
I am expanding my canvas offerings and adjusting my prices down. Any image on my website can be purchased as a photographic paper print or as a canvas. I print, seal coat, and stretch all of my own canvases. I print using the latest archival inks onto archival semi-gloss canvas. I seal coat using a solvent free, water based UV protection and then stretch them over 1-1/4" wood frame.
Longevity estimates range from 85-125 years with appropriate care.
(see sizes below)


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