Fine Art Landscape Photography Print Buyers Guide

What Is Landscape Photography?

Landscape photography is a broad genre of art usually describing wide-angled nature and man-made scenes. While landscapes can sometimes include people in the scene, the art form is generally characterized by its absence of people. Fine art landscape photography prints are commonly found in hospitals, hotels and luxury homes. In this article I will discuss the different types of landscape photography, types of print substrates and where to buy artwork.

Types of Landscape Photography

• Iconic Landscapes: the most common type of landscape photography found in most photographers’ portfolios. This genre is generally made on popular roadside pullouts though not always. These landscapes capture renowned locations like the Maroon Bells in Colorado or Arctic wilderness scenes that resonate with viewers through their natural grandeur. The style is characterized by its use of wide angle lenses and highly-saturated colors.
• Scenic Nature Landscapes: Similar to iconic landscapes but the key difference is that these are not necessarily from well-known locations. This genre actively focuses on pristine natural environments, often showcasing the untouched beauty found within national park systems across the country. This is the type of landscape photography that I'm personally most passionate about.
• Intimate Landscape: The opposite of grand scenic landscapes, intimate landscapes generally focuses on “scenes within a scenes” such as forest scenes, rocks, colors and water patterns. Trees are favorite subject of mine as I find them conducive to telling a visual story or metaphor.
• Abstract Landscape Photography: This is arguably the most difficult sub-genre to visualize as most nature landscapes are a "found subject" as opposed to "created subject". I find this type of artwork to be very rewarding creatively and satisfying to make. Abstract landscapes can be truly defined as fine art.
• Aerial & Drone Photography: This type of photography is made from airplanes, helicopters and drones. Given the height at which many of these photos are made, some can also be classified as abstract landscapes. Aerial & drone photography opens up all new possibilities for the modern day landscape photographer.
• Urban Landscapes: While most of the other sub-genres I've described above pertain to nature scenes, urban landscapes can run the gamut from city skylines to architecture and street-level scenes.

Types of Fine Art Photography Prints

• Giclee aka. Inkjet: Giclee is a French art term to describe inkjet printing. While most consumers probably equate inkjet printing to the average home office printer, fine art inkjet prints are actually a high-quality type of printmaking technique that is accepted in galleries and museums.
• Lightjet: Continuous tone prints from a laser, these prints on Fuji Crystal Archive paper are ultra smooth due to the use of lasers contrary to inkjet printing which sprays millions of small dots onto the paper.
• Museum-Grade Cotton Rag: Arguably the most archival type of fine art paper, museum-grade cotton rag are generally thicker than most fine art photography papers.
• Canvas Prints: Printed on museum-grade canvas, these prints are heavily-textured which can obscure fine details. This is fine for wide landscapes that do not feature fine details but not suitable for intimate landscape photography.
• Metal Dye-Sublimation: For fine art landscape photography that demands visual impact, ChromaLuxe metal prints offer exceptional color vibrancy and depth. Mountain scenes for example can benefit from this medium, as the luminous quality enhances the dramatic light found in high-altitude environments.
• Acrylic Face Mount: Numerous fine art gallery installations feature this luxury printmaking technique that is ideal for colorful fine art landscape photos. The depth and dimensionality achieved through acrylic face mounting creates a viewing experience that transforms spaces, particularly when displaying large wall art pieces of coastal scenes or national park vistas. TruLife Acrylic Face Mounts are my print medium of choice.

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Where To Buy Fine Art Landscape Photography Prints

• Art Fairs: Regional art shows often feature local photographers showcasing their work, including fine art nature photography from nearby wilderness areas and national parks.
• Photography Galleries: Dedicated fine art gallery spaces offer curated collections of landscape photography, often featuring limited edition pieces from recognized artists who specialize in landscape genres from the California Coast to Colorado's majestic mountains.
• Mass-Produced Online eCommerce Sites: Digital platforms connect artists directly with collectors, though quality and authenticity vary significantly between mass-market sites (Fine Art America, Art.com, etc...) and artist-direct platforms.
• Direct From The Artist: Working directly with a landscape photographer ensures you receive personalized guidance in selecting the perfect large wall art piece for your space, whether you're seeking dramatic coastal photography or intimate forest scenes. Art buyers and collectors seeking personal service and high-quality production value are best served by contacting photographic artists directly via their personal website.

Museum-Quality Fine Art Prints For Homes, Hospitals & Offices

As a landscape and travel photographer with 20 years of experience, I offer comprehensive services for art buyers through this website's curated galleries showcasing my career's finest work.

My goal is to understand and fulfill your specific art needs, whether that means providing ready-to-hang, large-format limited edition prints or loose prints for your framer to use in settings like hospital collections.

I provide various print options including:

• Limited and open edition prints on TruLife® Acrylic face mounts
• ChromaLuxe Edge Mounts
• Canson Infinity cotton prints for custom framing

Through personal consultations, I'll help determine the best print style for your situation and create custom files tailored to your requirements. Professional print labs handle all printing and shipping of my landscape photography.

For licensing inquiries or assistance with purchasing artwork for your home or office, please contact me directly. I'm committed to guiding you through every step of the process.