UCSB in Infrared – UCSB Library Wall Art

This fine-art infrared photograph captures the UCSB Library at UC Santa Barbara, photographed in February 2026. Infrared light turns the sky a saturated rose and the palms and trees lining the plaza a frosted, luminous blue, framing the library's tower against a sweep of dramatic cloud.

Long known as Davidson Library, after longtime university librarian Donald C. Davidson, the UCSB Library is the academic heart of campus. Its multi-story tower of vertical concrete fins rises above the central plaza, while a modern glass-and-wood entrance welcomes the thousands of students who study, research, and gather inside each day. Infrared color brings a fresh visual language to this familiar landmark of concrete, palms, and coastal sky.

This distinctive photograph is available as a premium fine-art print, crafted to bring its atmosphere and sense of place into your home.

Available with our premium frames or as a standalone print:

Fine Art Framed Prints (Classic Presentation)

Our Fine Art Framed Prints pair museum-grade fine art paper with a clean, gallery-style frame and an even 0.75 in white border around the image.

Frame Material: Responsibly sourced FSC-certified pine.

Frame Color: Choose from white, natural wood, dark wood, or black.

Frame Dimensions: 20 mm (0.79 in) thick and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.55 in) wide for a refined, modern profile.

Assembly: Ships unassembled for safe delivery and is simple to put together.

Protection: Protected by shatterproof plexiglass.

Note: Uses the fine art paper detailed below.

Framed Canvas Prints (The Gallery Look)

Elevate your space with a floating-frame canvas, featuring rich texture that adds depth for a captivating art experience.

Canvas Material: Cotton-polyester blend (300–350 gsm) 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.

Canvas Prints (Unframed)

The photograph is printed on the same textured canvas and stretched over FSC-certified wood stretcher bars, ready for the wall.

Acrylic Prints (Modern Gloss)

The photograph is printed behind a clear acrylic face for vivid color, added depth and a sleek, contemporary finish.

Material: 4 mm (0.15 in) acrylic with straight-cut corners.

Hanging Kit: Includes hardware and screws for wall mounting.

Metal Framed Prints (Modern Edge)

Our Metal Framed Prints pair museum-quality matte paper with a slim black metal frame and the same even 0.75 in white border around the image, for a clean gallery look.

Frame: Slim black metal profile.
Paper: Museum-quality matte paper with a smooth, glare-free finish.
Assembly: Ships unassembled for safe delivery and is simple to put together.

Brushed Aluminum Prints (Industrial Sheen)

The photograph is printed directly onto brushed aluminum, edge to edge, letting the metal's subtle sheen glow through the lighter tones for a bold, contemporary finish with no frame needed.