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495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.
495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.
495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.
495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.
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Phil Crawshay

Gulf Dream

495 MEGAPIXELS

495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.

This photo is 2,260% higher resolution than a typical photo.

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Gulf Dream

495 MEGAPIXEL VAST PHOTO

This photo is
2,260% higher resolution
than a typical photo.

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Portrait photo of Phil Crawshay, a VAST photographer artist creating very high resolution fine art photos of landscapes
Phil Crawshay

It is a common notion that photographing a beach sunset presents the quintessential photographic opportunity. However, I hold a distinct perspective on this matter. While beach sunsets undoubtedly yield picturesque results, often showcasing a breathtaking sky against the backdrop of darkened ocean waters and silhouetted foreground objects, I contend that the true enchantment unfolds during the break of dawn.

At sunrise, a unique alchemy takes place as the sand, ocean waters, and clouds bask in the radiant golden hues cast by the early morning sun. This enchanting transformation can result in captivating cloud formations and a deep, azure expanse across the ocean, particularly when employing the long exposure technique, as exemplified in this image. The extended exposure time imparts a velvety smoothness to the ocean's surface, elevating its reflective qualities and instilling a serene sense of movement.

Notably, the concrete pier appears to extend infinitely, gracefully guiding the viewer's gaze toward the fiery, morning sun-kissed cloud formations. This panoramic image is an intricately composed work of art, meticulously captured as a series of tiled images, each meticulously exposed multiple times. These individual frames are artfully woven together to craft a breathtaking composite image with resolutions exceeding the capabilities of modern-day cameras.

This method guarantees impeccable detail throughout the entire image, effectively mitigating any lens distortions or chromatic aberrations. The final result enables printing at expansive sizes, boasting an almost holographic quality that genuinely transports the observer to the heart of the scene, providing an immersive experience that evokes the sensation of being present.

Date & TimeSeptember 7, 2023:  7:16am - 7:25am
LocationBradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida
Coordinates-82.697535, 27.459777
Focal Length50mm
Aperturef/16
Shutter5 sec
ISO100
Num of Exposures99

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Our ready-to-hang canvas prints are created using a specialty printer that carefully lays pigment inks down onto archival-quality fine art canvas material. The canvas is then stretched around a 1.5-inch-deep wood support structure to provide depth and elegance. Our canvas material has a delightfully matte finish that looks spectacular in any lighting conditions while retaining maximum vibrancy and contrast. Click here to learn more.

Produced using a specialty, large-format fine art printer operating at 300ppi resolution—the gold standard for sharpness

Printed onto heavyweight, 100% acid-free fine art canvas to preserve color-accuracy and longevity

Created using materials and methods that exceed the rigorous technical standards required to achieve the prized "giclée" industry rating

Designed to meet the most demanding standards for color-permanence set by leading museums

Handmade by award-winning master printmakers with over 4 decades of experience

Optionally accompanied by your choice of elegant floater frame available in a variety of trims

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A VAST Print™ represents the pinnacle of the photographic medium. Each print is a true photograph created specifically for you using light-sensitive paper exposed in a darkroom with the industry's highest precision exposure technique. Your print is then sealed with a shine-enhancing protective glossy coating*, adhered to a sturdy aluminum composite backing, and finished in one of two ready-to-hang formats:

  • Frameless floating display: A hidden mounting brace on the rear gracefully "floats" the print off the wall for a sleek, modern look.
  • Framed display: The print is mounted inside one of our handcrafted 100% wood frames with a decorative separation between the print and the frame so that the print appears to be floating within the frame, providing depth and elegance to the finished photo.

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495 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of clouds illuminated by the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico; photograph created by Phil Crawshay in Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida.
Paper print
Shine-enhancing
protective coating

Laser-exposed at a truly unprecedented 610ppi resolution

Created using fine art paper with a specialty emulsion enabling unsurpassed micro-contrast, ultra-bright whites, and deep blacks

Printed with a chromogenic process that produces "continuous tones" of silky smooth color (other printers use noticeable dots of ink)

Sealed between an extra-thick, shine-enhancing protective coating and a sturdy aluminum composite backing for a sleek look

Award-winning product quality recognized industry-wide

Designed to meet the most demanding standards for color-permanence set by leading museums

Handmade by certified master printmakers with over 4 decades of experience

Hand-signed by the artist and accompanied by our digitally-enhanced, holographic certificate of authenticity

Optionally accompanied by your choice of elegant floater frame available in a variety of trims

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Due to their record-setting resolutions, VAST photos are the most versatile images ever created, with the quality necessary to look great at any size and in any project. Purchasing one of our standard royalty-free licenses provides you with the digital file at your choice of resolution and a permit to use it for most types of projects. Click here to learn more.

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Width34,984 px
Height14,140 px
Aspect Ratio2.47 : 1
Date & TimeSeptember 7, 2023:  7:16am - 7:25am
LocationBradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida
Coordinates-82.697535, 27.459777
Focal Length50mm
Aperturef/16
Shutter5 sec
ISO100
Num of Exposures99

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small
2 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 7x3 in
  • Marketing prints < 15x6 in
  • Use on webpages at sizes smaller than full‑screen
  • Wallpapers for devices with low‑resolution screens
medium
10 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 17x7 in
  • Marketing prints < 33x13 in
  • Use on webpages at full‑screen sizes
  • Wallpapers for devices with high‑resolution screens
large
50 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 37x15 in
  • Marketing prints < 74x30 in
  • Large murals viewed from > 12 ft
  • Massive murals viewed from > 25 ft
huge
250 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 83x34 in
  • Marketing prints < 166x67 in
  • Large murals viewed from > 6 ft
  • Massive murals viewed from > 11 ft
full file
495 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 117x47 in
  • Marketing prints < 233x94 in
  • Large murals viewed from > 4 ft
  • Massive murals viewed from > 8 ft
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(150ppi)		 Large
murals
(~20x8 ft)		 Massive
murals
(~40x16 ft)		 Use on
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wallpapers
small
2 megapixels
 < 7x3 in < 15x6 in less than
full-screen use		 low-resolution
screens
medium
10 megapixels
 < 17x7 in < 33x13 in full-screen use high-resolution
screens
large
50 megapixels
 < 37x15 in < 74x30 in if viewers will be
> 12 ft away		 if viewers will be
> 25 ft away
huge
250 megapixels
 < 83x34 in < 166x67 in if viewers will be
> 6 ft away		 if viewers will be
> 11 ft away
full file
495 megapixels
 < 117x47 in < 233x94 in if viewers will be
> 4 ft away		 if viewers will be
> 8 ft away

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