The story behind the photograph
In Yellowstone National Park, on the west Yellowstone side, staying near Gardiner, Montana, we came upon this Bald Eagle in a unique position, the 50 foot tree, 50 feet below us from the road side, putting us eye-level, which is unusual for a Bald Eagle. Squeeze off some shots before he he exited and this was the most fun shot of them all. A leap of faith!”
Leap of Faith
In Tom Bartel's words
“In Yellowstone National Park, on the west Yellowstone side, staying near Gardiner, Montana, we came upon this Bald Eagle in a unique position, the 50 foot tree, 50 feet below us…”
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Format
Textured and warm, with finished edges that continue the picture. No glass, ready to hang.
Size
Statement size, above a bed, mantel, or sofa
36″ × 18″, 1.5″ deep
Good detail. Made to be seen from a step or two back, as a piece this size usually is.
- Printed to order and with you in about 5 to 10 business days.
- $35 shipping within the United States.
- Damaged in transit? We replace it free, within 30 days.
- Each piece is printed for you, so we can’t take back an undamaged one.
A bald eagle drops toward a tangle of bleached, bare branches, wings fully spread and yellow talons already open for the grip. Soft, diffuse light off a pale scree slope behind it keeps the background to a wash of sand and grey, so the dark wing feathers and white tail carry all the contrast in the frame. The bird is caught mid-descent, feet still short of the wood.
The pieces this photograph inspired
This photograph was developed in our studio and set with words, for anyone who wants the place and the words together.
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