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Night time NYC skyline and the East River from lower east side at mid night metal print canvas print color photography night poster

Night time NYC skyline and the East River from lower east side at mid night metal print canvas print color photography night poster

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My name is Alec Halstead, and I've spent most of my life navigating the world through the lens of a camera. As a veteran, I've seen the ugliness and horror that exists, but I've also discovered an extraordinary ability to find beauty in the smallest of details—an ability I feel compelled to share with others.


I shot this from the roof of the power plant I used to work at in Manhattan. I worked 12-hour shifts there, and once on duty, you couldn’t leave until someone relieved you. Everyone at the plant knew I was a photographer, and if it wasn’t busy, I’d be up on the roof or somewhere in the plant, taking pictures.


This particular night, I had finished my rounds, and all the equipment was running smoothly. Time seemed to crawl, every second stretching into hours. It was one of those New York nights where every sound was crisp and clear, yet there was an eerie stillness in the air. The humidity was almost nonexistent, and the air was as clear as crystal. The day had been like 9/11—crystal clear, with not a cloud in the sky. By midnight, I couldn’t stand the boredom anymore. I grabbed my camera and made my way up to the roof.


The view was breathtaking. The night remained crystal clear, and the Empire State Building was lit up in orange, adding an almost surreal quality to the shot. I took a series of photos to create a panoramic view, and then I just stood there, soaking it all in. The silence, the beauty, the vastness of the city spread out beneath me—it was a moment of pure tranquility.


I got on the radio and told the rest of the guys to join me on the roof. Those who could, did, and we all stood there, shooting the breeze and enjoying the view. We probably stayed up there for a good hour or so. It was a solid watch team, and after we headed back downstairs, I spent the rest of the night editing the shots, thrilled with the results.


This picture always brings back good memories of times had, of camaraderie and quiet moments in the city that never sleeps. . 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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Cost to ship


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