The Story

I can’t help it; I laugh every time I see this picture. While the fireworks themselves change from year to year, their location and the location of the monument does not. Trying to find unique angles for the same scene year after year is a challenge. For this particular year, I had scouted out a location on the northeastern corner of the monument that seemed almost too good to be true. Nonetheless, I stood there, camera on tripod, for over an hour, waiting for the fireworks to start. 5 minutes before start time, a police officer (who had walked by me at least 5 times already), politely informed me that they were going to close off the area and that I would have to move. On one hand, there is no doubt that the police have an incredibly difficult job, one of which I am not envious. On the other hand, I can’t help but file this under “things you probably knew the previous 5 times you walked by and didn’t say anything”. There was obviously no point (or time) to argue; I had to come up with another solution, fast. Somehow I managed to find my way to this spot in under 4 minutes and 55 seconds, with only a few people standing in front of me. Thankfully, my tripod extends overhead, which brought it the rest of the way home. Better Luck Next Year, indeed!

The Edition

Print is open edition, currently available in the following sizes:

• Small (image size 8” x 10”)

• Medium (image size 12” x 15”)

• Large (image size 16” x 20”)

All open edition prints are signed by the artist.

The Process

My prints are produced with the highest standards in mind. Rather than using traditional photo papers (such as Kodak Endura and Fujicolor Crystal) I’ve opted for premium papers from Hahnemühle and Canson. These fine art papers are Acid Free, contain no OBAs, and are typically 300gsm and higher. Over 20 papers, across 7 different manufacturers, were tested in order to find a select few to work with. Each image is custom-matched to a specific paper in order to produce prints with amazing detail, color, and depth.

All prints are made in-house using genuine archival pigment inks.

Package Includes:

• Better Luck Next Year

• Bonus 4x6 print of a different (open edition) image

• Story sheet printed on translucent vellum paper

• Small and Medium prints are packaged in a black presentation box. Large prints are (loosely) rolled into a wide shipping tube.

• When purchasing a frame with the print (see below), the presentation box / shipping tube is not included. There is a 20% discount on frames when ordered with a print.

Framing and Mounting

Image sizes are the measurements listed above. The total paper size will be 1-inch larger (both width and height) to accommodate a half-inch border on each side. This size difference will only be relevant when framing without a mat, which is not recommended.

Matting/Framing/Mounting is not included in the price of the print; however, you may choose to add professional framing services by selecting the “Mounting And Framing” category at the top of the page. All mounting and framing is done professionally by The Frame Room in Fells Point. There is a 20% discount on frames when ordered with a print.

Whether or not you choose to include a frame at the time of purchase, I highly recommend seeking out a professional framing service. The quality of frames, and especially glass, can vary greatly when purchased retail. Also, care should be taken not to use any mounting materials that may compromise the archival nature of the paper and ink.

Delivery

Local pickup is available by appointment.

Shipping rates are calculated at checkout.