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My name is Alec Halstead and in a life shaped by both the lens of my camera and the perspective of a seasoned military veteran, I've learned to see beauty amidst turmoil. As a Desert Storm vet, I spent 23 years navigating a military career and have seen the darkness of war, yet I returned home in one piece. My passion for photography led me to capture moments of both joy and sorrow, each frame telling a story of resilience and sacrifice.

Last year, I had the opportunity to attend a Veterans Appreciation Day at Yankee Stadium, courtesy of one of the veterans organizations I'm involved with. With tickets in hand for my wife and me, I eagerly brought my camera along, ready to seize the day's memories.

The atmosphere at the stadium was electric, a testament to the camaraderie shared among veterans. Amidst the festivities, I couldn't help but marvel at the iconic structure before me and snapped a photo, capturing the essence of Yankee Stadium in a single frame.

But amidst the celebrations, a moment of profound humility awaited me. As we were leaving the stadium, I spotted a young Marine veteran, no older than 20 or 21, his body bearing the scars of war—missing limbs, disfigured by burns. My heart ached as I watched him, a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by so many.

Then, a scene unfolded before me that I'll never forget. An elderly man, adorned with the insignia of a World War II Marine veteran, approached the young Marine with slow, deliberate steps. With a simple salute and a gentle squeeze on the shoulder, he conveyed a message of respect and solidarity that transcended generations.

Tears welled in my eyes as I witnessed this poignant exchange. In that moment, I felt small and unworthy, humbled by the courage and resilience of my fellow veterans. I couldn't shake the feeling that, but for the grace of God, it could have been me standing in that young Marine's shoes.

As I reflect on that day, the memory still brings tears to my eyes. It serves as a reminder of the debt of gratitude we owe to those who have served, and the fragile thread that binds us all together in the tapestry of humanity. There but for the grace of God, go I.
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Glossy Photo Paper: 5 days for printing, 5 days for shipping.

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

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1) Premium Glossy Photo Paper are high quality, professional paper-prints.
Sharp, Vivid and rich Color sets this apart from a casual photo print.
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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!

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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.

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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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