Artist Statement

Since childhood, I have always been fascinated by tugboats. One of my favorite books that my mom used to read to me was Scruffy the Tugboat. Over the past 20 years living in Maine, I’ve often observed the fleet of tugboats at work in Portland Harbor from a distance. The spring and summer of 2023, I had the opportunity to photograph the Portland Tugboat crew aboard their fleet, witnessing firsthand the vital role these vessels play in Maine’s economy and their contribution to the global maritime industry.

The photographs are available for purchase on aluminum or as archival prints

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Aluminum Prints

The photographs are printed on aluminum through the process of dye sublimation. Because the image is infused into the surface and not on it, the images will take on an almost magical luminescence. The mid-gloss print surface provides intense vibrant colors and detail with a reduced glare surface. A 3/4″ inset frame on the back of each photograph creates the appearance the image is floating away from the wall when hung. Each print features a wire hangar making the installation process simple.

Like all photographs, the prints need to avoid constant direct sunlight. The ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface is waterproof/weatherproof and can be cleaned easily with water. It is recommended to use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print.

Aluminum print sizes:

16” x 24” – $600
24” x 36” – $750
30” x 45” – $1,000

Larger prints also available

Archival Photography Print

An archival photography print matted in an acid free single white core mat signed by the artist.

Archival print sizes:

12” x 18” – $250
16” x 24” – $275
20” x 30” – $300
24” x 36” – $325

Prints also available matted in an acid free single white core mat in a metal white frame.