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165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.
165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.
165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.
165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.
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Justin Katz

The Shape of the Wind II

165 MEGAPIXELS

165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.

This photo is 690% higher resolution than a typical photo.

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The Shape of the Wind II

165 MEGAPIXEL VAST PHOTO

This photo is
690% higher resolution
than a typical photo.

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The Shape of the Wind II

165 MEGAPIXEL VAST PHOTO
Antelope Canyon, Arizona

Step into the ethereal beauty of Antelope Canyon, where time has sculpted a mesmerizing masterpiece. In "The Shape of the Wind II," I aimed to capture with this high resolution photo, a scene that embodies the essence of this natural wonder. The wavy lines and undulating curves, etched by the persistent caress of the wind, tell a tale of time's delicate yet powerful presence.

Vibrant hues dance across the frame, as if whispering secrets of ancient geological processes. The textured stone, shaped by centuries reveals a tapestry of colors that shifts with each ray of light. I sought to encapsulate the ever-changing palette, inviting you to explore the nuances of this geological symphony.

As you immerse yourself in the image, a sense of tranquility and serenity will wash over you. I feel the weight of the ages and a calmness that accompanies the knowledge that life is but a fleeting dance. Let the lines and curves I've captured guide your gaze, leading you on a contemplative journey through the layers of Earth's history.

Capturing this extraordinary scene was no easy feat. Antelope Canyon holds deep significance to the Navajo people, and I approached it with utmost respect and reverence. Navigating the commercial photography process required special guidance and permission, ensuring that every step was taken in harmony with the land and its custodians. This image stands as a testament to the profound connection between myself as a photographer and this sacred place, a harmonious collaboration that breathes life into the photograph.

With its high-resolution detail and composition, this VAST photo invites you to bring the spirit of Antelope Canyon into your own space. Let the gentle sway of the wind and the timeless beauty of nature envelop your walls, infusing your surroundings with tranquility and awe-inspiring allure.

Date & TimeOctober 20, 2017:  10:32am
LocationAntelope Canyon, Arizona
Coordinates36.861910, -111.374330
Focal Length17mm
Aperturef/9
Shutter1/400
ISO250
Num of Exposures10

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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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VAST Print™

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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*Note: a non-glossy, satin matte coating is alternatively available on request.

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165 megapixels! A big Antelope Canyon photo print; fine art nature photo created by Justin Katz in Arizona.
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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Digital file

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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Width15,732 px
Height10,501 px
Aspect Ratio1.5 : 1
Date & TimeOctober 20, 2017:  10:32am
LocationAntelope Canyon, Arizona
Coordinates36.861910, -111.374330
Focal Length17mm
Aperturef/9
Shutter1/400
ISO250
Num of Exposures10

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small
2 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 6x4 in
  • Marketing prints < 12x8 in
  • Use on webpages at sizes smaller than full‑screen
  • Wallpapers for devices with low‑resolution screens
medium
10 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 13x9 in
  • Marketing prints < 26x17 in
  • Use on webpages at full‑screen sizes
  • Wallpapers for devices with high‑resolution screens
large
50 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 29x19 in
  • Marketing prints < 58x39 in
  • Large murals viewed from > 16 ft
  • Massive murals viewed from > 32 ft
full file
165 megapixels
  • Fine art prints < 52x35 in
  • Marketing prints < 105x70 in
  • Large murals viewed from > 9 ft
  • Massive murals viewed from > 17 ft
Fine art
prints
(300ppi)
Marketing
prints
(150ppi)
Large
murals
(~20x8 ft)
Massive
murals
(~40x16 ft)
Use on
webpages
Digital
device
wallpapers
small
2 megapixels
< 6x4 in < 12x8 in less than
full-screen use
low-resolution
screens
medium
10 megapixels
< 13x9 in < 26x17 in full-screen use high-resolution
screens
large
50 megapixels
< 29x19 in < 58x39 in if viewers will be
> 16 ft away
if viewers will be
> 32 ft away
full file
165 megapixels
< 52x35 in < 105x70 in if viewers will be
> 9 ft away
if viewers will be
> 17 ft away
Photo id: 10350