This image presented quite a challenge, and I made numerous attempts to capture it, snapping dozens of photos each time. The building, currently listed for sale, is adorned with sturdy metal bars, which made the task of photographing it a real feat. To get the perfect shot, I had to navigate my arms through these bars and experiment with various camera angles. The interplay of shadows cast by the sun is absolutely essential, as it adds a crucial layer of depth to the staircase concealed behind the time-worn calicanto walls.
As I gaze at this compelling scene, I find myself yearning for more information about this structure, as if it holds the key to unraveling a captivating narrative. I'm filled with a curiosity to discover who ascended those stairs, the destinations they sought, and the activities that transpired within these walls. Was it a cherished home or a thriving business? What clandestine meetings unfolded behind these barriers? Who found love and who suffered heartbreak within the confines that these bars now impose, restricting exploration and leaving us with tantalizing questions about the stories that reside within.
Available in S, M and L.
Capture Date: February 12, 2023
#15: Stairway to the Sky, La Logia, Avenida B
Each of JR's images are custom, digitally printed using a high-quality Epson 5 color solvent ink on 300 Poly Cotton Canvas, that is waterproof. Each image is cropped specifically to the specifications of that shot, so sizes differ for each image. Sizes for this image are:
- Small: 12"x12.5"
- Medium: 18"x25"
- Large: 24"x33.5"
Unframed: Each image is printed with extended, stretched edge so it can be easily Gallery Wrapped using a wooden frame. Should you desire to frame your canvas in a traditional frame, be aware that the edges have a "pixel stretch" design, creating a blurry look so the inner photo is fully visible on the front of the canvas. All unframed canvases are sold, rolled in a protective, cardboard tube, so you can easily travel with your canvas(s).
Framed: Framed canvases sport a 1 1/4" high quality, treated wood equipped with mounting hardware with an open back. Each canvas has been hand-stretched, that is perfectly taunt with staples evenly and precisely distributed to ensure the longevity of the canvas. Canvases are shrink-wrapped with protective cardboard edges.