Winter's Embrace: An Alder Grove in Yosemite

Capture the quiet majesty of a Yosemite winter with this evocative photograph, "Winter's Embrace," taken in January 2022. The image showcases a cluster of alder trees, their bare, intricate branches creating a delicate web against a backdrop of pristine snow. Stripped of their leaves, the trees reveal a stark, elegant beauty that is unique to the winter season, offering a glimpse into the serene and powerful heart of Yosemite Valley.

Yosemite Valley is a U-shaped valley carved by ancient glaciers during the last ice age, leaving behind a landscape of sheer granite cliffs and a fertile valley floor. While famous for its summer splendor, the park transforms in winter, blanketed in snow that muffles sound and softens the rugged edges of the landscape.

Alders, often found along the Merced River and its tributaries, are a key component of this ecosystem. Their graceful, often contorted branches are particularly striking in winter when they are free of foliage, and their presence is a testament to the life that thrives even in the cold. This photograph captures not just a scene, but a feeling—the profound stillness and subtle beauty that define Yosemite in its quietest season.

This timeless winter vista is now available as a premium art print, meticulously crafted to bring the tranquility of one of nature's most iconic landscapes into your home.

Available with our premium frames or as a standalone print:

Premium Framed Paper Prints (Classic Presentation)

Our Premium Framed Paper Prints offer a classic, museum-quality presentation with a substantial frame profile.

• Frame Material: Crafted from responsibly sourced oak and ash wood, showcasing unique wood grains for added character.
• Frame Color: Choose from natural wood, sleek black, or crisp white options.
• Frame Dimensions: Substantial profile with a width and thickness of 20mm (0.79”)—significantly wider than a classic frame.
• Ready-to-Hang: Includes a hanging kit.
• Protection: Protected by shatterproof plexiglass.
• Note: Uses the high-quality paper detailed below.

Framed Canvas Prints (The Gallery Look)

Elevate your space with our Framed Canvas Prints, featuring rich texture that adds depth for a captivating art experience.

• Canvas Material: Cotton-polyester blend (300-350gsm) stretched over FSC-certified wood stretcher bars.
• Frame Wood: Sustainably sourced FSC-certified or locally sourced poplar or pine.
• Frame Colors: Choose from Black, Natural Wood, or Dark Brown.
• Frame Dimensions (Floater Style): The front frame width is thin (9 to 14 mm) with a gap to create the floating effect. Thickness varies by region (up to 42 mm).
• Hanging Kit: Included with all prints.

Unframed & Premium Print Paper Quality

This paper quality applies to all Unframed Prints and the paper used inside the Premium Framed Paper Prints.

• Paper Weight: Heavy 200 gsm (80 lb), with a thickness of 0.22 mm (8.7 mils), ensuring durability and longevity.
• Paper Finishing: Features a matte, smooth, uncoated finish for an elegant, non-glare look.
• Sustainable Paper: Made with FSC-certified materials or equivalent, promoting environmental responsibility.