See Life Inspiration Photography by Jamie Lee Peterson
Lone Cypress Tree Wall Art from Monterey California
Lone Cypress Tree Wall Art from Monterey California
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The image depicts the California Lone Cypress Tree from Carmel-by-the-Sea, standing tall and proud on a granite hill overlooking the ocean near the Monterey Bay Peninsula.
The tree is bathed in warm golden light as the sun sets behind it, casting beautiful orange and pink hues on the sky. The smooth waves of the sea can be seen around the hill, adding a serene and peaceful feeling to the scene. In this work of art, the cypress is a silent witness to the beauty of nature and its surroundings. The image captures the tree's natural beauty and the majesty of nature surrounding it.
THE STORY:
My name is Jamie, and I am an artist and photographer from Las Vegas, Nevada. I have been creating art from my photos for almost 20 years, first underwater, now on dry land.
It has always been my dream to become a full-time professional artist. Now that I have been capturing professional-quality photographs on dry land for a few years, I have an overwhelming urge to travel all the time. I dreamt of capturing my two favorite things in one shot, trees, and the ocean. The Cypress tree on the Monterey Peninsula quickly made it to the top of my list.
My trip was during the torrential rainstorm in the Winter of 2022. The rain had been coming down in sheets all day. Waves were crashing against the rocks, and the wind was howling. Despite my rain gear, I was drenched and chilled to the bone. But I was patient and determined to capture the photograph I longed for.
I arrived just before sunset and began to set up my equipment. Storm clouds were overhead with only a sprinkle of rain from the sky. I became doubtful that the weather would hold out long enough to complete my mission. The local weather alerts advised people to stay indoors as there was a danger of flooding, fallen trees, and gusts up to 48 miles per hour. I knew of the threat but decided not to let this opportunity pass me by.
As I got out of the truck, the sight of the 15-foot waves crashing on the rocks and the ocean's roar renewed my will to succeed. The wind was whipping my hair around, and the chill in the air added to the excitement. I could taste the saltwater mist in the air as the waves crashed against the seaside rocks. I could smell the familiar freshness of the crisp ocean air as I walked closer. But I was careful to stay a safe distance from the edge as I did not want to get swept out to sea.
The wind picked up, and I battled the elements to keep my camera steady. As the rain picked up, my heart sank as I realized water spots were soaking my camera lens. It was becoming nearly impossible to keep it dry long enough to snap a photo.
I then realized I had a lens hood in my gear bag and hoped this would shield my camera's view from the rain! I quickly fixed it to the front of my lens and wiped the spots free yet again.
The sun was now setting, and I snapped shot after shot, capturing the waves crashing on the granite rock below the famous tree. The tree stood tall against the stormy sky, and the rain and waves added to the drama in the background. I knew this was it, the shot that I'd been dreaming of!
I was proud to have persevered and been able to complete my mission against all odds. I felt a sense of accomplishment wash over me. It was a dream come true to photograph the most famous tree in the world, and even a rainstorm couldn't get in my way. The accomplishment of adding such a stunning picture to my professional portfolio brought me closer to my dream of becoming a professional photographer.
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PRODUCTION & SHIPPING TIME
- Glossy Photo Paper: 5 business days for printing, 5 days for (free) shipping.
- Ready-to-Hang Canvas: 8 business days for printing, 5 days for (free) shipping.
- Aluminum Metal: 5 business days for printing, 5 days for (free) shipping.
- Acrylic Print: 10-12 business days for printing, 5 days for (free) shipping.
MATERIAL DETAILS
Premium Glossy Photo Paper
- A high-quality, professional paper print.
- Sharp, vivid, and rich color set this apart from a casual photo print.
- You'll feel like you're there.
- Premium Glossy Photo Paper made to last.
- This option is available in 8x10 inches, 11x14 inches or 16x20 inches.
- They are designed to be placed in a glass frame, which can be purchased separately (starting at a few dollars at your local Target or online).
Ready to Hang Canvas
- Arrives ready to hang right out of the box with zero assembly required for ultimate convenience.
- Provides a gorgeous, finished look. It comes out of the shipping box finished and ready to hang with a simple nail in the wall.
- Canvas Prints are a well-known, high-end way of displaying photographs.
- A contemporary way to display your images, with or without a frame (frame not included)
- Laminated to protect the surface of the art, while enhancing the appearance with a glossy finish
- 1.5-inch-thick wooden stretcher bars that give it shape, in the same way, an oil painting is traditionally assembled.
- No staples or unsightly lines are visible on the sides (very important).
- This option is available in 16x20 inches, 24x36 inches, 30x40 inches.
Three Panel Ready to Hang Canvas
- This option is for larger pieces.
- The photograph is split into 3 even canvas panels to make a single large image.
- This provides a modern look and allows spectacularly large art sizes on your wall!
- 24x72 = 24x24 x3 (2 feet x 6 feet)
- 36x72 = 36x24 x3 (3 feet x 6 feet)
- 40x90 = 40x30 x3
Aluminum Metal Prints
- The photographic art is infused to a 3/64-inch sleek metal panel to create an eye-catching look
- Features a glossy coating and rounded edges for a smooth, polished finish.
- Create elegant wall decor that shines with high-end, exclusive, and unique aluminum metal prints.
- Create a polished addition to any home or office.
- UV-resistant ink prevents fading.
- All metal sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box.
- This option is available in 16x20 inches, 24x36 inches, 30x40 inches.
Acrylic Prints
- Create eye-catching home decor with a glossy surface
- Light refracts through the museum-quality acrylic bringing vibrancy and depth to your new work of art.
- The .22" thick clear acrylic produces superb image quality from edge to edge and stunning, brilliant color!
- UV-resistant ink prevents fading.
- All acrylic sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box.
- This option is available in 16x20 inches, 24x36 inches, 30x40 inches.
PHILATHROPY
Buy a print, and help save the world!
The motivation behind my photography has always been to display the Earth’s beauty. Earth is so valuable and fragile; it is our responsibility as humans to take care of it. To me, there is nothing more important than doing our part to give back to this beautiful planet we live on called Earth. Therefore, I use my photos to help promote conservation and sustainability.
One way I that I do this is by donating a percentage of the proceeds from every product sold to the non-profit organization listed below.
As of today, proceeds from sales of my Fine Art Photography will generate donations with the following structure:
- 10% of net revenue See Life Inspiration earns from online sales channels will be donated to The Ocean Clean-Up to help remove plastic from the ocean.
- One tree is planted for every work of art printed through our premium printing partner, Pictorem.
- Additional contributions made to the National Forest Foundation to plant trees.
Visit the Conservation page to see how your purchases have made an environmental impact!