The iconic Hudson Valley Mid Hudson Bridge at dawn canvas,metal, acrylic and photo paper wall art sized to fit

As Alec Halstead, my life has been a series of battles, from the frontlines of war to the daily skirmishes of civilian life. But through it all, my camera has been my steadfast companion, a source of solace amidst the chaos.

The Mid Hudson Bridge, with its elegant arches and timeless beauty, has been a subject of fascination for me. I've captured its essence countless times, each photograph a testament to its grandeur. And yet, there was one shot that stood out—a shot I almost missed due to unforeseen circumstances.

After retiring from the military, I found myself running a power plant in New York City, working grueling 12-hour shifts that left me exhausted but fulfilled. On this particular night, I had agreed to cover a friend's shift, eager to earn a few extra bucks before heading to my future wife's place.

As I approached the Mid Hudson Bridge, my car suddenly betrayed me, its warning lights flashing like beacons of distress. With a sinking feeling in my stomach, I pulled over to the side, the cold seeping into my bones as I assessed the damage—a seized idler pulley and a broken serpentine belt.

Despite my frustration, I remained determined to make it home. But as I attempted to restart the car, it refused to budge. With no other option, I called a friend with a tow truck, resigning myself to an hour-long wait in the bitter cold.

As I stood on the side of the road, the first hints of dawn painting the sky with delicate hues, I felt a sense of peace wash over me. Despite the inconvenience and discomfort, there was a beauty to be found in this moment. I walked to a spot where I could see the quiet majesty of the bridge silhouetted against the rising sun, framed by a swirling mass of clouds.

With trembling hands, I raised my camera to capture the scene before me, each click of the shutter a prayer of gratitude for the serenity amidst the chaos. But just as I was lost in the moment, my camera betrayed me, its battery drained of life.

Defeated, I returned to my car to await the arrival of my friend. And yet, when I finally had the chance to review the few shots I managed to capture, I was awestruck. In those fleeting moments, I had captured not just the beauty of the bridge, but the resilience of the human spirit—the ability to find light in even the darkest of times. And for that, I was grateful.

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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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