Fine Art Collections
Artists Proof Collection
Reserved for David's personal use and display in museums, gallery showings, and conservation events. Sold to collectors on a limited basis. Each piece comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The Artist Proof Collection is the first Proof Print, then limited to an additional 10% of the "Signature Series - Limited Edition Collection."
Signature Series - Limited Edition Collection
This collection contains many images that have won awards on the Local, State, or National Stage. Each print is hand signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity. Canvas, Metal, Acrylic, and Museum Acrylic have their own numbered series allowing a broad spectrum of price points so all can enjoy Davids lenscraft.
Open Edition Collection
Prints from the Open Edition Collection have a low price point and are not restricted to a specific number of prints. This collection is never numbered, but the print may be signed upon request.
Art Materials and Finishes
Museum Acrylics - The Ultimate in Photographic Art:
Chromogenic Prints (C Prints) feature continuous tones using actual photographic paper without the dots used in inkjet printing. All Museum Acrylics are in the "Limited Edition Collection - Signature Series." Each C Print is hand-signed and numbered, then laminated using museum-quality acrylic with glass-like clarity. The result is labor-intensive and time-consuming, involving multiple stages. Chromogenic Prints have a three-dimensional backlit look and museum quality with a process based on film emulsion using modern dark room wet bath development and processing. The art pieces made from this process represent the pinnacle of my Lens Craft. The process and equipment are labor intensive with multiple steps, but the result will blow you away!
Regular Acrylic - A less expensive (second surface printing) acrylic at a lower price with high quality.
Metal (Aluminum): Color vibrancy is one of the main characteristics of metal prints. Images are incredibly sharp, vivid, and eye-catching. Aluminum is infused with ink under heat using a "Dye Sublimation Process." Metal art is ideal for modern, contemporary, and minimalist rooms because of its sleek line. Choose a high gloss or non glare Matte finish. The image is fused to a robust aluminum frame for easy hanging.
Canvas: Canvas prints are known for their "painterly" quality. Canvas has texture, which diffuses and absorbs light, resulting in a "no glare" image. The printing process uses archival ink (formerly called a Giclee print). The image is wrapped on a high-quality wood frame or encased with a wood frame of your color choice. The canvas is sprayed with a UV protectant to protect from damaging light and extend life.
Loose Prints: Sometimes, a client simply prefers a large fine art print that can be custom-matted and framed to match the decor. Buyers of my products may receive discounts at "Right Angle Framing," located at 1240 Iron Horse Drive in Park City, Utah. Please speak directly with Ed, who is the owner. Phone 435-649-3640
Loose print options:
.Luster & Matte: these are traditional non-glossy papers with a fine grain texture, a slight sheen, and exceptional sharpness.
. Glossy is a highly reflective image with eye-popping dark tones and vibrant colors.
. Art papers: For a “painterly and artistic look” consider Ilford Gold Fibre Silke, Hahnemuhle Photo Rag (Baryta), Moab Juniper Rag (Baryta), watercolor and textured papers.
Questions? T / T 435-640-5123
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I am signing images that have completed a multi-step old-fashioned wet bath development of Fuji Flex Silver Gelatin large format paper. I inspect each image for perfection, then sign and number each print. The image is then laminated in Museum Acrylic and a hardwood frame is built to support the art piece so it “floats off the wall”.
Competition History
Since the start of my business over 20 years ago, one of my goals has been to set myself apart from my peers and gain recognition in the professional community through competition and formal training. Art judges and juries from galleries and museums often evaluate art without considering the artist's identity. Embracing criticism and learning from failures has been essential for my artistic growth. I have achieved success in various competitions, earning both international and local awards after many years of competition. Many clients prefer investing in artwork created by an award-winning artist. When judging photographic art, judges assess various elements such as impact, technical excellence, creativity, style, composition, presentation, color balance, center of interest, lighting, subject matter, technique, and storytelling. Competition is very expensive and time-consuming, but worth the journey. I have a lot to learn and enjoyed my photographic journey.
History of Awards
2007
First place in North America: Art Wolfe’s International Competition - Wildlife
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Nature
2008
Don Pugmire award in Photography: Best In Show for Printing and Framing
Red Ribbon - Merit Award in photography for “The Aviator” (IPPA/PPA)
2 Ribbons for Children’s Portraiture (IPPA/PPA)
2009 International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Architecture
2012 International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Americana
2013
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Aerial
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Americana
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources: Winner – Wildlife
2014
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources: Winner: Wildlife Recreation
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources: Winner: Sportsman Portraiture
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee: Aerial
International Masters Colors Awards: Triple Nominee: Nature
International Masters Colors Awards: Honorable Mention: Nature
2015
Graduated from New York Institute Of Photography - A Complete Course In Professional Photogrpahy
International Masters Colors Awards: 1st Place Outstanding Achievement - People
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Architecture
2016
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominees in Photojournalism
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Still Life
2017
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Americana
International Masters Colors Awards: Nominee in Architecture
2018
International Masters Colors Awards: Honorable Mention in Abstract
International Masters Colors Awards: Honorable Mention in People
2021
16th International Spiders Awards for Black and White Photography (6211 entries from 75 Countries)
Nominee: Abstract
Nominee: Americana
Nominee: Nature
Honorable Mention: “Moon Rising Over White Barn” an image taken in Park City, Utah.
Intermountain Professional Photographers Association PROMPT Competition
1st Place- April PROMPT Competition - Intermountain Professional Photographers of America
1st Place May PROMPT Competition - Intermountain Professional Photographers of America
2022
2022 Intermountain Professional Photographers Association Print Competition (Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Arizona, and Wyoming)
Judges Rated “Superior Category: Image title “When The Leaves Are Gone” - Score 92
Judges Rated “Excellent Category”: Image title “Gods Paintbrush” Score 87
Winner: “Photographer of the Year 2022”: Given to the General photographer accumulating the highest score of any four photographic open case images during the competition.
Winner: “Court of Honor”: Given to the top 3 General photographers who accumulate the highest score of any four images during the competition.
Winner: “Reportage Award” winner of the Reportage Category of photography (Parleys Canyon fire of 2021).
2022: 15th International Colors Awards
Honorable Mention: Photojournalism
Honorable Mention: Aerial (2 Awards in Aerial)
Honorable Mention: Wildlife
Honorable Mention: Americana
Honorable Mention: Nature
2022 - Utah State Fair
Image Title: Winter Dreams - Utah Wild Mustangs took the following awards
1st Place: Supervisors Choice Award
2nd Place: Category: Professional Division: Black & White
Image Title: Baby Great Horned Owl -Up On The Rooftop took the following award
2nd Place: Category: Professional Division: Wildlife
Image Title: Winter Dreams - Utah Wild Mustangs took the following award
Honorable Mention
2023
1st Place: Professional Division: Wildlife - “Waiting For Mother - Baby Osprey”
17TH Annual Black and White Spiders Awards -
Nominee: “Winter Warriors” Wild American Mustangs - Utah
Utah State Fair: Honorable Mention: Professional Division: Human Interest - “American Cowboys: Hooves and Horseflies”
Utah State Fair: Honorable Mention: Professional Division: Black and White - “How Cowboys Are Made”
2024
18TH Annual Black and White Spiders Awards -
Honorable Mention: Professional Division: Wildlife - “Starling Sheet Music”
2024
16th Annual International Color Awards
Nominee in Nature
Nominee in Silhouette
Utah State Fair: First Place Street / Architectural
Utah State Fair: Second Place - Wildlife
Utah State Fair: Second Place - Sunsets
Utah State Fair: Fourth Place - Cell Phone
Intermountain Professional Photographers Association (IPPA) 2024
“Nature and Wildlife - Image of the Year” for “Snowstorm Sheet Music”
“Nature and Wildlife - Third Place “ for “Baby Osprey – Waiting for Mother”
“Landscape Image of the Year” for “Big Sky Country”
“Landscape - Second Place” - for “Lonely Bristlecone Pine – Dead Horse Point.”
Previous or current clients
Talisman Corporation of Park City, Utah. Advertising for home and land sales.
Swaner EcoCenter Park City, Utah – “Leap of Faith” Centerpiece Wall-hanging
Boondocks Fun Centers of Utah – Photography for advertising and sales
Vacation Quest Realty of Park City, Utah: Land and Real Estate Photography
Bodhi Building of Park City, Utah: Photography for advertising Architecture, Design and Construction
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