Nakoda
Location: Lake O’Hara, British Columbia
Limited Edition Of 200
Nakoda
Nakoda has to be one of my most memorable wildlife experiences. This image was captured in the late spring while hiking up the Lake O'Hara access road with the goal of a beautiful alpine lake.
But luckily, only 1 kilometer in, my plans changed for the better. From a safe distance away (thank goodness for zoom lenses), I first spotted a brown grizzly bear. I watched this beautiful bear for almost 20 minutes when to my shock, a second grizzly bear emerged from the woods to join her sibling. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I almost shrieked - a white grizzly bear!
Unlike the more common spirit bear, which is a white-coloured black bear... a white grizzly bear is considered a 1 in 4 million natural colour variant of the species and here I was, having this experience of a lifetime. These 3.5 year old siblings proceeded to splash around in the water and later meandered up to a dandelion patch, all cleaned up from their earlier bath time. In the early summer, dandelions make up most of a grizzly bear’s diet and they can often be seen grazing on this nutrient-rich meal throughout the rockies. You can imagine two grizzlies would make quick work of a lush dandelion patch… which is exactly what these two did. I was lucky enough to capture this moment in time as Nakoda looked towards me, in the midst of her meal. Locals have fondly named this bear Nakoda, which translates from the Stoney language to “local friend”. After spending several days alongside this bear, I truly believe this is the perfect name for her.
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The Process Behind Fine Art Aluminum
White Aluminum: All of our pieces are made using a special printing process where ink is heat transferred directly onto a single sheet of white aluminum. We use this aluminum due to the luminescence of the metal surface and guarantee of lasting a century without any fading. The finished product has a brightness, colour vibrancy and clarity that cannot be rivalled with any other printing technique. Each piece also comes with a backing that gives the photo depth and allows it to float elegantly on your wall.
Finish: Each piece is finished with a unique Anti-Reflective coating developed specifically for fine art photography. The anti-reflective finish is perfect for a wide range of lighting situations while still producing a bright and vibrant image. The finish also includes a special UV coating to fully protect the piece from exposure to direct sunlight.
FAQ
How do you hang the aluminum pieces?
All of our pieces come ready to hang with wall bracket mounts or a wire connected to the frame on the back. More information on hanging can be found on our FAQ page.
What does ‘Limited Edition’ mean?
Limited Edition means there will only ever be 200 pieces (any size) produced of Nakoda. As the piece sells, the price increases. Once the edition sells out, there will never be another reprint of this photograph.
Can I pick up locally at the gallery?
Absolutely! We always prefer to meet in person and show you how incredible the photos look on the fine art aluminum. You can order online and request a pickup from our Canmore gallery location.
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes, we ship all over the world. Shipping costs to USA and Canada are shown at checkout. If you are shipping elsewhere, please contact us for shipping information and details.
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