My first trip to the Monahans Sand Hills state park was a disaster. Months before I had become convinced that I had a serious heart problem, and for no good reason. I saw a few doctors and had several scans and tests. They said I was healthy, and tried to convince me it was anxiety. Me? Anxiety? No way, I'll just push through this.
I believe it was in December that my college buddy came down from Dallas to go with me on a photography trip to west Texas. Our first stop was Monahans to photograph the sand dunes, after which we would go on to Big Bend National Park. Our plan was to camp there at the sand dunes that night. It was cold, cloudy, and very windy, and we had been on the road for 9 hours. When we arrived, it was practically deserted and I just had a sick feeling inside like I wasn't going to survive the trip. I felt like my heart would stop beating at any moment. I became sick to my stomach thinking about the cold, and the overcast clouds and the pressure I placed on myself to create photographs despite these feelings. I honestly don't know how it could have gotten so bad, but after 30 minutes of sitting in the parking lot and tumbling these dark, irrational thoughts in my head, I discussed the situation over with my friend and decided I couldn't go on with the trip. We turned around and drove back home.
I decided to trust the doctors, something I was very reluctant to do, and get a prescription to help me function. Months later I rescheduled the trip and thankfully my buddy was able to come down again to give me another chance. Again, our first stop was Monahans. We had left early that morning so this time we arrived early afternoon. The air was warm, but the sky still overcast and the wind was strong. I was still worried that this trip would end like the last, but I pushed those fears down the best I could.
While I didn't find the sand dunes themselves very inspirational, after some searching, I found this beautiful dead branch winding its way through the sand like a mythological sea creature. Behind it was a very odd grouping of desert weeds which happened to be organized by size, with the final one being full grown and bent completely over, resting on it's side.
I can't interpret what's going on in this photograph. I don't intend to create a metaphor of my thoughts or feelings because I find those things to be chintzy and over-the-top frankly. But when I was sitting there on my knees looking through the viewfinder at this scene in front of me, my lingering fears evaporated and I just knew it was going to be a good trip.
Archival pigment print, produced and finished by the artist in his Texas studio. Each print is part of a limited edition and is signed and numbered by the artist.
The photograph is printed on Metallic Pearl paper by Hahnemühle, a German fine-art paper manufacturer. It is then dry-mounted in an archival mat that is hand-cut to fit the image.
Matted prints are ready to be placed directly into a frame of the same size.
About Sizes
The size listed refers to the outer mat size. Mat borders range from approximately 2"–5", depending on the selected size.
For example, a 16x20 Matted Print fits into a standard 16x20 frame and has a viewable image size of roughly 12x16.
Edition Information
Each size of Matted Print is issued as its own limited edition. Once an edition is complete, prints are no longer produced in that size.
The mat is signed on the lower right and numbered on the lower left. The print is also signed and numbered beneath the mat should you choose to re-mat the photograph in the future.
Shipping & Delivery
Each print is packed flat in protective materials to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Shipping is a flat rate based on the specific size you select below and your destination, and it will be shown in your cart before payment.
Local option:Houston-area delivery is always free. Free delivery elsewhere in Texas may be possible depending on timing and order size—select Local Delivery at checkout, or contact me to confirm.
Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. If you’re purchasing multiple works or have questions about shipping options, feel free to contact me.
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Matted & Framed Print
Archival pigment print, produced and finished by the artist in his Texas studio.
Each print is part of a limited edition and is signed and numbered by the artist.
The photograph is printed on Metallic Pearl paper by Hahnemühle, a German fine-art paper manufacturer, then dry-mounted in an archival mat that is hand-cut to fit the image. The print is presented in a high-quality frame selected to complement the photograph and provide a clean, timeless presentation.
Matted and framed prints arrive ready to display.
After checkout, I’ll personally reach out to confirm frame molding options and ensure the presentation complements the photograph.
About Sizes
The size listed refers to the outer frame size. Mat borders range from approximately 2"–5", depending on the selected size.
For example, a 16x20 Matted & Framed Print has an outer frame size of 16x20 and a viewable image size of roughly 12x16.
Edition Information
Each size of Matted & Framed Print is issued as its own limited edition. Once an edition is complete, prints are no longer produced in that size.
The mat is signed on the lower right and numbered on the lower left. The print itself is also signed and numbered beneath the mat should you choose to re-mat the photograph in the future.
Shipping & Delivery
Framed work requires oversized protective packaging and careful handling. Shipping is a flat rate based on the specific framed size you select below and your destination, and it will be shown in your cart before payment.
Local option:Houston-area delivery is always free. Free delivery elsewhere in Texas may be possible depending on timing and order size—select Local Delivery at checkout, or contact me to confirm.
For oversized or multi-panel pieces, shipping can be significantly higher due to specialized packing and carrier size limits.
Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. If you’re purchasing multiple works or would like to discuss delivery options, feel free to contact me.
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Canvas Print
Archival pigment print, produced and finished by the artist in his Texas studio. Each canvas is part of a limited edition and is signed and numbered by the artist.
The photograph is printed on heavyweight Lyve canvas by Breathing Color, a Texas-based fine-art materials company. The canvas is spray-laminated to protect the inks from moisture and abrasion and to provide a subtle satin finish, then hand-stretched on sturdy 1.5" stretcher bars.
Canvas prints arrive ready to hang.
About Sizes
The size listed refers to the finished canvas dimensions. Canvas prints are produced with a wrapped black edge and do not require additional framing.
Edition Information
Each size of Canvas Print is issued as its own limited edition. Once an edition is complete, prints are no longer produced in that size.
Shipping & Delivery
For larger works, I use a dedicated fine-art delivery service to ensure your canvas is handled with care and arrives safely. Shipping is a flat rate based on the specific size you select below and your destination, and it will be shown in your cart before payment.
Local option:Houston-area delivery is always free. Free delivery elsewhere in Texas may be possible depending on timing and order size—select Local Delivery at checkout, or contact me to confirm.
For oversized or multi-panel pieces, shipping can be significantly higher due to specialized packing and carrier size limits.
Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. If you are purchasing multiple works or have questions about shipping, feel free to contact me for a quote.
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Canvas Print with Float Frame
Archival pigment print, produced and finished by the artist in his Texas studio. Each canvas is part of a limited edition and is signed and numbered by the artist.
The photograph is printed on heavyweight Lyve canvas by Breathing Color, a Texas-based fine-art materials company. The canvas is spray-laminated to protect the inks and provide a subtle satin finish, then hand-stretched on sturdy 1.5" stretcher bars.
The finished canvas is presented in a solid-wood float frame, custom-built for the photograph. The float frame provides visual separation between the image and the frame, giving the work presence while maintaining a clean, contemporary presentation.
Framed canvas prints arrive ready to display.
After checkout, I’ll personally reach out to confirm frame molding options and ensure the presentation complements the photograph.
About Sizes
The size listed refers to the finished outer dimensions of the canvas. The float frame adds about 3" overall to these dimensions.
Edition Information
Each size of Canvas Print with Float Frame is issued as its own limited edition. Once an edition is complete, prints are no longer produced in that size.
Shipping & Delivery
Larger framed canvas works are shipped using a dedicated fine-art delivery service to ensure your artwork is handled with care and arrives safely. Shipping is a flat rate based on the specific size you select below, and it will be shown in your cart before payment.
Local option:Houston-area delivery is always free. Free delivery elsewhere in Texas may be possible depending on timing and order size—select Local Delivery at checkout, or contact me to confirm.
For oversized or multi-panel pieces, shipping can be significantly higher due to specialized packing and carrier size limits.
Please allow up to four weeks for delivery. If you are purchasing multiple works or have questions about shipping, feel free to contact me for a quote.
Select a print size:
Great care is taken to ensure my fine art prints show the colors and tones that are intended. Due to variances of color and tone in displays, what you see on your monitor, tablet, or phone may be somewhat different than the colors and tones of the print.
Regular production time for a typical order is about a week. If I expect it to take longer, I will let you know.
While the above options will suit the majority of my collector's needs, please contact me if you need to customize your photograph further, whether it be size, frame, or mount.
