Frame
Top Mat
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Dimensions
Image:
8.00" x 5.50"
Overall:
10.00" x 7.50"
Sacred Messenger Poster
by Mike Lee
Product Details
Sacred Messenger poster by Mike Lee. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
Design Details
On an early visit to the Silver Terrace Cemeteries in Virginia City Nevada I was struck by the shape and textures of this old wooden grave marker... more
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Comments (3)
Artist's Description
On an early visit to the Silver Terrace Cemeteries in Virginia City Nevada I was struck by the shape and textures of this old wooden grave marker before the dramatic sky. Try as I may, in the light I was unable to make out much of the old writing on the weathered old marker.
As I was setting up to capture an image this bluebird landed on atop it and sat there for a time. Depending on one’s views, some symbolism can be found here as the bluebird is considered a sacred messenger in several cultures and religious faiths.
People have been buried on these grounds, known collectively as the Silver Terrace Cemeteries, since the Victorian era of the mid-nineteeth century and the small fences that can still be seen around many of the older graves are indicative of this. Some of these fences are ornate old iron as well and are beautiful to look at. There are also many decaying old wooden fence pieces around many of the grave sites, adding to the historic, if somewhat macabr...
About Mike Lee
First of all, thank you for stopping by my little gallery. Whether you're a fellow artist, potential buyer, or a casual observer, I'm glad something made you want to take a look at my work. I've appreciated fine photography of all types for as long as I remember. I suspect it is at least partially hereditary as my parents met while each was involved in photographic pursuits for the US Navy (mom in the darkroom and dad in the field). Since my first instant film camera as an adolescent, I've always had a passion for photography and a real appreciation for what goes in to making a truly fine image. In 2018 I was able to retire from a professional career that provided a good livelihood for my family but, if I'm honest, left much to be...
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Robyn King
Wonderful image Mike!
Mike Lee replied:
Thank you, Robyn!
Alana Thrower
Beautiful capture! Thought provoking image! l/f/t
Mike Lee replied:
Thank you, Alana!