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  • Photography Workshops

    NEW Photography Workshops

    Yosemite Photography Workshop by Edward MendesNew Photography Workshops have just been announced for 2010.  The workshops will take us to of the most awe inspiring locations on the planet during there best times of year, Yosemite National Park and the Big Sur Coast.  You can find more information by visiting the workshop page.

  • Image Framing and Display

    NEW The Perfect Way to finish your new picture

    tryptychonwallsmallI offer many different options when it comes to displaying any of my images in your home or office.  From the elegant and classic look of a fine hardwood frame to the modern and upscale display that a multi segment canvas print offers, whatever look you'd like to create for your home or office decor can be done. Read More...

  • Limited Edition Prints

    NEW Limited Edition Prints

    beautydivideNothing adds impact to a home or office like finely crafted art.  This prints are created in very limited numbers ensuring that this are more than beautiful art, but a very good investment as well.  You can have original art for your home or office at very affordable prices, we even have payment plans!  Fine Art Photography makes a wonderful and memorable gift for friends or loved ones, particularly when its a piece that brings back wonderful memories or feelings.  View all of our Limited Edition Fine Art Prints by visiting the galleries.
  • Open Edition Posters

    NEW Open Edition Posters

    lastlightthumbI've just started a poster serries featuring a few of my more popular images.  The posters are beautifully printed and sized to traditional poster size of 24x36 inches.  These poster are a wonderful way to own some of my before your ready to start collecting.  Heck, I'll even sign them for you!  You can find posters, along with Limited Edition Prints and workshops in the store.
  • Free Desktop Backgrounds

    NEW Free Desktop Backgrounds

    springsolitudethumbI've giving some of my images away! Well, sort of, I love it when people like my work and I'm more than happy to share it with everyone.  So, I've have a series of desktop backgrounds that your more than welcome to download and use, for FREE!  Head over to the download section to get them.
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Photography Workshops

Workshop Testimony


I had an amazing time and learned more than I ever though possible.
- Robert Criss, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

I definitely learned some new skills on how to enhance my Landscape photos....just what I had hoped for.  Ed was personable and easy to understand.  It was a Saturday morning well spent.
- Elleene Stone, The Expressive Landscape Print

One of the most beautiful places in the world and Ed knows all the spots.  More than I could have ever hoped for.
- Ken Mitchell, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

This was my second time taking one of Edward's workshops and it won't be my last.  Edward is a wonderful teacher and always willing to help...even weeks after the workshop is over, thanks!
- Susan Gamino, Yosemite in the Spring

I've been a photographer for over 30 years and I've never had such an enjoyable experience as a photographer.
- Frank Leon, Yosemite in the Spring

I learned more in one day than I had in the last 5 years, I'm working on images in a whole new way.  On top of it all I met a lot of wonderful people, including Ed.
- Ted Crooker, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

I've attended many workshops in the past and this one was the best.  The image critique session alone was worth every penny but add in the lessons, fieldwork and location...WOW!
- Michael Rugg, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

I was blown away by the amount of effort Ed puts into the workshop, from the workbook, to the personal attention...He's (Edward) is an open book and always available.
- Debbie Belyeu, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

The best time I've ever had with a camera!
- Sue Ann Long, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

The workshop helped me see Yosemite for more than just the waterfalls and Half Dome so I could create images that show the soul of the park.  This is something I'll take with me for the rest of my life.
- Tom Zuccari, Yosemite in the Spring Workshop


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I offer many different options when it comes to displaying any of my images in your home or office.  From the elegant and classic look of a fine hardwood frame to the modern and upscale display that a multi segment canvas print offers, whatever look you'd like to create for your home or office decor can be done.

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Framing an image in a well made hardwood frame is a timeless and elegant look that has been used to finish the look of a room or office for centuries for a reason, its beautiful.  In addition to my standard hardwood frames that I offer with my images I also carry to large selection of custom mouldings from some of the top framing manufacturers from around the globe.  The large selection ensures that we can find a frame that will not only fit the image but also compliment your home or office decor.

Classic Framing Collection (Available Online)

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Shaded Cherry:  This frame works well with most of my images and fits my style very nicely, its coloring is two tone with black on the top and bottom fading into a wonderful dark cherry in the center.  The cherry coloring isn't intensely red making it a great choice for most modern neutral wall colorings.  The top and bottom of the moulding is ripped with a rounded center portion.  The moulding measures 3 1/8" making it a perfect choice for images of all sizes from 16x20 to 30x40.

 

 

 

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Ribbed Walnut:  Another one of my favorite frames and a best seller.  The frame features dual ribbing on both the top and the bottom in black with a contoured center section that is rounded at the top and dives in at the bottom.  The center coloring is a beautiful walnut burl, if you're not familiar with burl it has a look similar to some highend cork flooring and has a wonderful flow to it.  The moulding has a veneer finish to give a very smooth look and measures 2 9/16" which is ideal for images of all sizes.

 

 

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Ribbed Cherry:  Identical to the Ribbed Walnut frame in every way except the inner coloring has more red in it.

 

 

LEVIN_LM1255_BLACKClassic Black:  This is the frame similar to what you'd see in many museums and galleries around the world.  This simple black frame features a classic flat profile allowing the image to become the focal point of the viewer's attention.  Works well with many home and office decors that feature a very modern or European look, this frame is a timeless classic.  The moulding measures 3" in width making it well suited for images of all sizes.

 

 

 

Custom Framing Collection (Available In Studio)tryptychonwallsmall

In addition to the choices available in Classic Collection Online I carry a full line of custom frames from some of the most respected names in the framing business.  Because of the number of available an in person framing consultation is generally the best and easiest way to design the frame that's right for you.  Framing Consultation can be done either at my studio or at your home or office.  During the framing consultation you'll be able to view my full selection of frames and mouldings and I'll bring a sample print of the image you've selected so we can match your decor perfectly.  I carry frames from some of the top manufacturers around the globe such as Roma, Larson Juhl, Valley and Levin.

 

Canvas Displays (No Framing Needed)

Displaying your prints on canvas has become increasingly popular over the last few years and is a service that I offer for any of my prints.  Printing the image on canvas gives the image a little more of a painterly feel and with the grain of the canvas coming through the image, adds an extra dimension to the image that really sets it apart.

Gallery Wrapped Canvas

gallerywrapexampleThe images are printed either directly onto canvas or the photographic emulsion is transferred onto the canvas and permanently bonded to the canvas by applying extremely high pressure.  The image is then wrapped about a 5 mil stretcher frame.  Because the edges of the image are wrapped around the stretcher frame the image's edge can be seen on the side of the canvas, voiding the need for a frame.  All images that are gallery wrapped is done so on the highest standard 5 mil stretcher frames, not the cheaper 3 mil, this ensures a number of benefits most importantly increased strength and a more dynamic and beautiful display.

 

 

Multi Segment Wraps

tryptychgallerywrapIn addition to a traditional gallery wrapped canvas you may be interested in an even more unique display, a multi segment wrap.  The multi segment wraps breaks the image into multiple sections,  either two, three or four allowing you to create a very unique, modern and elegant display that will wow anyone who sees it.  Each segment is completely separate from the other(s) containing its own stretcher frame.

 
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