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Cazneaux tree, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia, Australia
This magnificent River Red Gum tree, often referred to as the Cazneaux tree, was photographed by renowned Australian photographer Harold Cazneaux in 1937. His photograph, titled 'Spirit of Endurance', gained international recognition and was arguably Cazneaux's most famous work, winning many awards in Australian and International exhibitions. When I photographed this tree, it still stood alone and mighty, almost unchanged after almost 75 years. After a beautiful sunrise that lit up the sky pink, the first rays of sun began to break through and reach this tree. Standing there photogprahing this tree, with the constantly changing light and imposing Wilpena Pound in the background it was hard not to concur with the thoughts of Cazneaux himself, when in May 1941 he wrote: "This giant gum tree stands in solitary grandeur on a lonely plateau in the arid Flinders Ranges, South Australia, where it has grown up from a sapling through the years, and long before the shade from its giant limbs ever gave shelter from heat to white men. The passing of the years has left it scarred and marked by the elements - storm, fire, water, - unconquered, it speaks to us from a Spirit of Endurance. Although aged, its widespread limbs speak of a vitality that will carry on for many more years. One day, when the sun shone hot and strong, I stood before this giant in silent wonder and admiration. The hot wind stirred its leafy boughs, and some of the living elements of this tree passed to me in understanding and friendliness expressing The Spirit of Australia." Cazneaux regarded his photograph of this tree as his most Australian picture and called it the Spirit of Endurance, which I have adopted here for it truly sums up what you feel when you see this tree.
AWARDS
2013 | Gold Award - NSW/ACT Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) Professional Photography Awards
2013 | Silver Award - Canon Australian Professional Photography Awards (APPA)
Scott’s photographs are made to order in Australia. You can choose the medium that best suits the look and feel of your home or workplace.
CANVAS Superior grade canvas, printed with archival inks and laminated to protect your print. Your print comes framed, ready to hang. A popular, affordable, lightweight and modern way to enjoy Scott’s stunning photographs on your wall. | Learn more |
PRINT - UNFRAMED Museum quality, archival fine art paper and inks. Scott's prints use exquisite Hahnemühle Photo Rag® fine art cotton paper. As a print only, this requires framing, allowing you to select your own mounting and framing options. Best for international customers. | Learn more |
PRINT - FRAMED This is our preferred style for presenting Scott's photographs. This clean, simple and modern look will suit any room. Using traditional picture framing methods, the photograph is mounted and framed in a contemporary box frame (approx 27mm wide x 48mm deep) that is available in white or raw wood. It is completed with museum grade acrylic that is light weight, transports well (doesn't break), and protects against 99% of UV rays. Your framed print comes ready to hang on your wall.
ACRYLIC - WALL MOUNT This glass like feel is created by face-mounting a premium archival metallic print onto optically clear, museum grade acrylic which offers 99% UV protection. The crisp, clean image is then backed with treated aluminium, protecting your print from front to back. It is then finished with a diamond edge polisher. Acrylic wall mount prints come ready to hang, with a thin aluminium frame hidden behind the print, so your print can be securely hung on your wall.
ACRYLIC - DESK BLOCK The image is printed on professional grade metallic photographic paper, using archival inks. It’s then mounted on the back of a diamond polished plexiglass block, using non-yellowing pH-neutral adhesive. It is finished with diamond polishing, buffing and a final hand polish. Since they are free-standing, no hanging system is required. All our plexiglas is premium, photo-grade and guaranteed against discolouration, or UV-related fading for 30+ years. The blocks give the photo a three dimensional look and make excellent gifts.
LIMITED EDITION PRINTS Select photographs are only available as limited edition prints. Scott’s approach to his limited edition prints ensures they are possessed only by a small number of clients, guaranteeing your artwork's investment into the future. | Learn more |
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DELIVERY TIMELINES Please allow the following times for delivery:
- Canvas, unframed prints and acrylic desk blocks: Approx two weeks
- Framed prints and acrylic wall mounts: Approx four weeks
- For international orders please allow an additional two weeks
