This museum grade fine art photograph is available in a fine art limited edition of 200, signed and numbered with a signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided for additional provenance.
Fred's View - God Rays Behind the Cathedral Group at Sunset in Jackson Hole Valley
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
God Rays behind the Cathedral Group at Sunset in Grand Teton National Park
Sunset lights the skies above the extended Cathedral Group (Grand Teton, Mount Owen, Teewinot Mountain, Nez Perce Peak, and Middle Teton) with soft pastel hues as rays of sun shine into the sky from behind the mountains in Grand Teton National Park. Soft, pastel magenta light reflects off the thin cloud cover, creating a glow in the air which illuminates the snow covered slopes of the Teton Range and Teton Glacier with soft, subtle magenta alpenglow as the mountains rise up above the lush, green meadows of Jackson Hole Valley below.
"If Heaven’s Not Like Jackson Hole, I Don’t Want to Go" - My Dad, Fred
Dedicated to my father, who always told me these words growing up. Taken in his honor after his passing.
This is a photo which is very near and dear to my heart. It was taken well over a decade ago. I took it in honor of my late father, whose name was Fred. My father always told me "if heaven's not like Jackson Hole, I don't want to go." So, after he'd passed away I drove 1,000 + miles specifically for this shot: the setting sun behind the Cathedral group in Jackson Hole Valley. If this was his heaven, the Cathedral group was its heart and soul.
Before I left, I'd actually been sick for several weeks to the point I was worried I wouldn't be able to drive there and take the photo. I did a lot of praying and started taking lots of Vitamin C, proper amounts of Zinc and made sure to start taking the Vitamin D I was supposed to start taking. About 8 hours before I was to leave, I started feeling better. Maybe it was prayers answered, maybe it was Dad, maybe it was the new protocol, or maybe it was a combination of things. Whatever it was, I felt well enough to make the trip. So I hopped in the car and drove. By the time I reached Jackson Hole Valley, I felt perfectly fine. I was even able to score a room that's normally close to $500 a night at an Alpine Ski Resort in Jackson Hole for $120 a night! I had a feeling this trip was going to be a good journey, and I knew Dad was looking over me. The next evening, it was time to decide on a location and photo.
To honor him, I wanted something other than the cliché photos that have come to represent Grand Teton National Park. I wanted something with seemed fitting of him, so I chose a view that's seen often but not photographed often by professionals like myself. The skies came alive at sunset, god rays appeared behind the Cathedral Group and the entire scene lit up with the magic of heaven and Earth.
I couldn't have captured a better photo in his honor: the setting sun casting crepuscular rays of light into the sky as pastel colors illuminate the skies. I like to think he's right there behind Grand Teton, shining those rays up into the sky to say hello. I named the photo, and this view, in honor of his heaven: Fred's View in his honor.
This photo is for you Dad. RIP
Technical Specifications
- Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
- Lens: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
- Settings: 38mm | f/11 | 1/15 Second | ISO 100
- Process: Single Exposure | Bespoke Multi-Layer Noise Management
Note on Provenance
Captured using the single exposure workflow of the "Mead Method," developed over 15 years of fine art landscape experience. This image preserves a genuine, single moment in time executed entirely in the field without the use of composites, sky swaps, or generative AI. Just a single moment in time, preserved.
Photo © copyright by James Mead.
Chromaluxe® Metal Prints | Gallery Float Ready to Hang
Vibrant. Modern. Impactful.
My Chromaluxe® Metal Fine Art Prints offer a sleek, modern presentation that’s both bold and beautiful. Using a high-heat dye sublimation process, each image is infused directly into a specially coated aluminum panel resulting in vibrant colors, ultra-sharp detail, and a striking glossy finish. The dye sublimation process infuses the image directly into the metal, creating a scratch resistant surface while helping provide permanent protection.
These prints feature:
• Vivid, color-rich surfaces ideal for modern spaces
• High contrast and incredible sharpness: perfect for clean compositions and bold landscapes
• Durable and lightweight aluminum construction
• Float mount backing for a frameless, floating display. Ready to hang out of the box
• Signed and Numbered Limited Editions of 200
• Signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided for additional provenance
• Hand Crafted in the USA by our master printmakers
Please contact me for Alaska, Hawaii, and international shipping rates. Please allow 3-4 weeks for production and delivery.
These metal prints are ideal for collectors seeking a contemporary look with museum-quality output. Resistant to scratch, moisture and UV fading, they work beautifully in both home and office settings.
Select a print size:
Lumachrome TruLife® Acrylic HD Fine Art Prints | Gallery Float Ready to Hang
Museum-Grade Brilliance. Gallery-Worthy Depth.
Bring home the brilliance of nature with the industry’s finest print medium. My Lumachrome TruLife® Acrylic HD Fine Art Prints are crafted using a state-of-the-art process that infuses archival pigments into a transparency layer, backed by a clear acrylic backer and mounted under crystal-clear TruLife® acrylic. This creates a luminous, almost 3D effect. Colors appear to glow from within.
These gallery-grade prints feature:
• Incredible depth and clarity, fine details leap off the wall
• Exceptional color fidelity with deep saturation and smooth tonal gradations
• Anti-reflective, scratch-resistant museum grade 1/8” TruLife® acrylic offering unmatched viewing clarity under all lighting
• UV Resistant: TruLife® acrylic blocks up to 99% of UV rays
• 1/8" clear acrylic backer mounted using an archival adhesive layer
• 1.25” Roma wooden rear float mount frame inset 2” from the edge for a clean, frameless display that is ready to hang
• Signed and Numbered Limited Editions of 200
• Signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided for additional provenance
• Hand Crafted in the USA by our master printmakers
• Ready to hang out of the box: no glass or framing required
Please contact me for Alaska, Hawaii, and international shipping rates. Please allow 3-4 weeks for production and delivery.
Whether you're designing a luxury interior or curating a personal gallery, these prints are built to impress and designed to last a lifetime.
Select a print size:
Roma Framed Lumachrome TruLife® Acrylic HD Fine Art Prints | Museum-Quality Ready to Hang
Timeless elegance. Unrivaled depth. A true centerpiece.
My Roma Framed Lumachrome TruLife® Acrylic HD Fine Art Prints represent the pinnacle of archival display. These statement pieces combine the award-winning brilliance of Lumachrome HD with the craftsmanship of custom Roma wood mouldings, transforming your chosen image into an heirloom-worthy work of art.
Each piece is handcrafted by master printmakers and framers in the USA using museum-grade materials. The print itself is infused with archival pigments into a transparency layer, mounted to an archival acrylic backer and face-mounted and sealed under a 1/8" layer of crystal-clear TruLife® acrylic: a premium optically-coated surface that eliminates reflections and enhances depth, vibrance, and clarity.
Surrounding this luminous presentation is your choice of genuine Roma Moulding, hand-built with a choice of 3.5" or 4" Italian made wooden Roma frame with a 3" black linen liner for a refined, framed, museum grade appearance. This adds approximately 13 to 14 inches to both the height and width of the final piece. This level of finish is rarely seen outside of luxury interiors and gallery exhibitions.
After placing your order, I’ll reach out personally to confirm your ideal frame and liner pairing from my curated Roma collection. If you’d prefer to finalize your framing choice in advance, feel free to reach out any time for a custom recommendation.
These museum grade works of art feature:
• Gallery-grade presentation with luminous depth and 3D effect
• TruLife® acrylic: anti-reflective, scratch-resistant, and blocks 99% of UV
• Archival quality construction with pH-neutral adhesive and backer
• Available in your choice of 3.5" or 4" Roma wood mouldings with a black linen liner for a framed, museum-grade appearance
• Museum-grade 3" black linen liner for added depth and visual separation
• Signed and Numbered Limited Editions of 200
• Signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided for additional provenance
• Hand Crafted in the USA by our master printmakers
• Ready to hang out of the box: no glass or framing required
Please contact me for Alaska, Hawaii, and international shipping rates. Please allow 4-5 weeks for production and delivery.
Whether displayed in a luxury residence, corporate lobby, or fine art collection, these framed prints command attention and offer a sense of permanence few art mediums can match.
Select a print size:
These are investment-grade art pieces designed to last generations. If you have any questions, need any mock-ups or if you need anything else before purchase, please reach out and I will be in contact shortly.