Cathedral Rock in the rain wall art canvas acrylic and metal prints

The rain hadn’t let up since we’d pulled into Sedona that morning. Our photo group had planned this trip for months, hoping for that classic golden Arizona light. Instead, we got clouds thick as wool and a steady drizzle that soaked through jackets and moods alike. Still, Cathedral Rock stood proud and defiant against the sky, its red face glowing through the mist like embers refusing to die out.

We all scattered along the trail near Red Rock Crossing, searching for angles, puddles, and dry places to set up tripods. The rain chased most of the group toward cover or safe vantage points. Not me. Something about the water pulling around the bend caught my eye—a reflection, a faint glow. I wanted that shot.

So I wandered off trail, boots squelching in saturated ground, camera bag thumping against my back. I ducked under low branches and stepped over slick rocks, until I found a break in the trees and a stretch of red rock that led into the creek. No one else had gone this far—probably for good reason. The rocks were slick with rain and algae, and the current was faster than it looked.

Still, I waded in, testing my footing with each step. Just as I raised the camera, my foot slipped. I caught myself on one knee, tripod in one hand, camera miraculously dry in the other. My heart jumped—but no one had seen. They were all off in their own little pockets of the world, chasing light, avoiding rain.

I steadied myself and looked through the viewfinder. The frame was perfect. The red cathedral rose from the trees like something ancient and holy, and the water mirrored its fiery edges just long enough for me to capture it.

I got the shot.

And no one ever knew I nearly baptized myself to do it.

My name is Alec Halstead. I’m a local Hudson Valley photographer and a veteran. Over the years, I’ve exhibited my work in galleries, been published in newspapers and magazines, and sold prints. A portion of every sale goes to veterans' organizations—my way of giving back to those who’ve walked a similar path. Photography has not only given me a new purpose but also a way to share the beauty of the world while supporting those who have served.

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Production and Shipping Time:

Glossy Photo Paper: 5 days for printing, 5 days for shipping.

Ready-to-Hang Canvas: 5 days for printing, 5 days for shipping.

SHIPPING DETAILS

There are 5 ways to print these images.

1) Premium Glossy Photo Paper are high quality, professional paper-prints.

Sharp, Vivid and rich Color sets this apart from a casual photo print.

You'll feel like you're there.

Premium Glossy Photo Paper will last a long time.

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).

2) Ready to Hang Canvas are ready to hang right out of the box with zero assembly required. Ultimate convenience.

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.

1.5 inch thick wooden stretcher-bars that give it shape, in the same way an oil painting is traditionally assembled. There are no staples or ugly lines visible on the sides (very important).

Estimated delivery time for printing, assembling, packing and shipping is around 10 days.

3) Ready to Hang Canvas (split into 3 panels)

This is for larger pieces, and the photograph is split into 3 even panels, 3 separate canvas panels which put together make a single large image.

This gives a modern look, and allows spectacularly large sizes on your wall!

4) Aluminum Metal Prints

Create elegant wall decor that shines with high-end, exclusive and unique aluminum metal prints.

Create a polished addition to any home or office. 3/64" thick aluminum panel. Features a glossy coating and rounded edges.

UV resistant ink prevents fading. All metal sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box.

5) Acrylic Prints

Create eye-catching home decor with modern acrylic prints. Light refracts through the museum-quality acrylic bringing vibrancy and depth to your photos. The .22" thick clear acrylic produces superb image quality from edge to edge and absolutely stunning, brilliant color!

UV resistant ink prevents fading. All metal sizes are ready to hang on your wall, right out of the box

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