This breathtaking aerial photograph captures the vibrant tapestry of fall foliage in Lutsen, Minnesota. The image shows a sweeping sea of trees, ablaze with the brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows of autumn. Taken in October 2024, the photo provides a top-down view of this iconic North Shore landscape, offering a dramatic sense of scale and the immense beauty of the changing seasons.
Lutsen, a small community on the North Shore of Lake Superior, is renowned for its stunning fall colors. The area's unique geography, with its rolling hills and proximity to the vast lake, creates a unique microclimate that intensifies the fall colors and extends their season. Lutsen also has a rich history as a resort town, beginning in the late 19th century when Swedish immigrants established a homestead that would eventually become Minnesota's oldest resort.
Today, it remains a beloved destination, celebrated for its natural beauty and outdoor activities, and this print captures the very essence of why people are drawn to this place year after year.
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.
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Frame Material: Crafted from responsibly sourced oak and ash wood, showcasing unique wood grains for added character.
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Frame Color: Choose from natural wood, sleek black, or crisp white options.
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Frame Dimensions: Substantial profile with a width and thickness of 20mm (0.79”)—significantly wider than a classic frame.
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Ready-to-Hang: Includes a hanging kit.
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Protection: Protected by shatterproof plexiglass.
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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.
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Canvas Material: Cotton-polyester blend (300-350gsm) stretched over FSC-certified wood stretcher bars.
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Frame Wood: Sustainably sourced FSC-certified or locally sourced poplar or pine.
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Frame Colors: Choose from Black, Natural Wood, or Dark Brown.
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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).
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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.
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Paper Weight: Heavy 200 gsm (80 lb), with a thickness of 0.22 mm (8.7 mils), ensuring durability and longevity.
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Paper Finishing: Features a matte, smooth, uncoated finish for an elegant, non-glare look.
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Sustainable Paper: Made with FSC-certified materials or equivalent, promoting environmental responsibility.
