Fine Art Print : Extinguished match
Fine Art Prints from Science Photo Library
Extinguished match
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 6401931
© MARK SYKES/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Burnt Match Smoke Smoking Extinguished Wisp
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Extinguished Match" photographer Mark M Sykes captures the essence of a moment frozen in time. The image showcases a burnt matchstick, its wispy smoke still lingering in the air. As if suspended between existence and oblivion, the single match stands as a symbol of transience and impermanence. The composition is beautifully minimalistic, with the focus solely on the burnt matchstick against a dark background. The delicate wisps of smoke gracefully dance around it, creating an ethereal atmosphere that evokes curiosity and contemplation. Through this photograph, Sykes invites us to reflect upon our own mortality and fleeting nature. The extinguished match serves as a reminder that life's flame can be snuffed out just as quickly as it ignites. It prompts us to appreciate every passing moment and embrace the fragility of our existence. Sykes' keen eye for detail allows us to marvel at something so seemingly insignificant yet profound in its symbolism. This visual narrative encourages introspection while simultaneously celebrating the beauty found within simplicity. "Extinguished Match" is not merely an image; it is an invitation to explore deeper meanings hidden within everyday objects. Through his artistry, Sykes reminds us that even in moments of darkness or finality, there exists an undeniable allure worth capturing and cherishing.
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