180 Humpback Whale

Megaptera novaengliae] Monterey Bay, California, United States Humpback whales are one of my favorites of all the whales. They seem so happy to me out there. They breach, half-breach, tail slap, chin slap and lunge feed to list some of their awesome tricks/behavior. The morning I took this image, the seas were very, very calm and flat. A bit of fog so was overcast. There were many whales around and when I saw this one by itself, it looked so peaceful to me. Size: up to 12-16 meters (~39 - 52 feet) Weight: Over 36,000 kg (79,000 lbs) Print Sizes available from 4x6 up to 40x60. Included with sizes 12x18 and larger, you get a float mount hanging system. If you wish a silver or black metal box-style frame,a print only, (12x18 and larger), please enter it into your order notes. This photo image is made by infusing dyes directly into specially coated aluminum sheets. It has a glossy finish which produces colors that are very vibrant and the luminescence is breathtaking. The ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface is waterproof/weatherproof and can be cleaned easily with any commercial glass cleaner (avoid direct sunlight). It is then mounted on one inch thick aluminum frame. Comes with all the hardware to make it easy for you to put it right on your wall. How archival are Metal Prints? Images printed with the MetalPrints process will last for generations when displayed indoors and out of direct sunlight. Like any fine art print, MetalPrints should not be exposed to direct sunlight or high outdoor temperatures. MetalPrints have an additional benefit over giclee or photographic processes in that they are waterproof and have an ultra-hard scratch resistant coating. The archival value of a print should be judged not only by its resistance to degradation by U.V. light and ozone exposure, but also to moisture and surface damage. When these factors are brought into the equation, MetalPrints are an excellent way to preserve an image.