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2,593 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of Mabry Mill; photograph created by John Freeman at Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia.
2,593 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of Mabry Mill; photograph created by John Freeman at Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia.
2,593 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of Mabry Mill; photograph created by John Freeman at Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia.
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John Freeman

Mabry Mill

2,593 MEGAPIXELS
2,593 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of Mabry Mill; photograph created by John Freeman at Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia.
This photo is 12,247% higher resolution than a typical photo.
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Mabry Mill

2,593 MEGAPIXEL VAST PHOTO
This photo is
12,247% higher resolution
than a typical photo.
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Mabry Mill

2,593 MEGAPIXEL VAST PHOTO
Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia
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The sights and sounds of old time Rural Appalachia fill the air at Mabry Mill during summer and fall. Ed Mabry built the mill where he and his wife Lizzy ground corn, sawed lumber, and did blacksmithing for three decades. The old mill, cultural demonstrations, and a decades-long tradition of Sunday afternoon music and dancing continue to draw visitors today.

As an iconic spot on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mabry Mill is one of the most popular and recognized landmarks of Virginia's Blue Ridge.

Located at Milepost 176, the mill is one of the most photographed places on the parkway and offers a beautiful scene during all four seasons. This photo quite possibly is one of the highest resolution photos ever taken of the mill. It is made up of 153 focus stacked images derived from a total of 1,718 individual shots producing a 9.5 ft. x 21 ft. final size.

Mabry Mill was originally constructed in 1905 by Ed and Lizzie Mabry. It was in operation by 1908 and was used by many in the region who brought their corn to be ground.

The mill had a lack of water power, earning it a reputation as a "slow mill," but because of this, the mill would not grind too fast or scorch the corn, which resulted in the Mabry's mill being known for producing some of the finest tasting corn meal in the region.

Ed would eventually construct a sawmill and woodworking shop alongside the grist mill, and a number of the tools he used in the shop were powered by the waterwheel. He would also go on to build a nearby blacksmith shop.

Ed Mabry passed away in 1938 and the National Park Service purchased the property from Lizzie. The Park Service completely restored the facility in 1942 and continues to preserve the area as a celebration of the rich culture of Virginia's Blue Ridge.

The mill still stands as a unique symbol of the region's heritage and has attracted visitors from around the world.

Date & TimeOctober 21, 2021:  2:11pm - 2:36pm
LocationMabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia
Coordinates36.751030, -80.405974
Focal Length300mm
Aperturef/11
Shutter1/125 sec.
ISO400
Num of Exposures1718
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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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2,593 megapixels! A very high resolution, large-format VAST photo print of Mabry Mill; photograph created by John Freeman at Mabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia.
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Shine-enhancing
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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
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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
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Optionally accompanied by your choice of elegant floater frame available in a variety of trims
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Total Pixels2,593,193,988 px
Width75,851 px
Height34,188 px
Aspect Ratio2.22 : 1
Date & TimeOctober 21, 2021:  2:11pm - 2:36pm
LocationMabry Mill, Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia
Coordinates36.751030, -80.405974
Focal Length300mm
Aperturef/11
Shutter1/125 sec.
ISO400
Num of Exposures1718

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2,593 megapixels
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