Elm Fortress Acrylic Print
by Jill Love
$96.00
Product Details
Elm Fortress acrylic print by Jill Love. Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of an acrylic print. Your image gets printed directly onto the back of a 1/4" thick sheet of clear acrylic. The high gloss of the acrylic sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results. Two different mounting options are available, see below.
Design Details
I saw an article about the largest living elm tree in America. It was dying. And arborists could not save it. It happened to be a few hours from my... more
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Artist's Description
I saw an article about the largest living elm tree in America. It was dying. And arborists could not save it. It happened to be a few hours from my home. It sits in a farmer's cornfield in Buckley, Michigan, outside of Traverse City. It is estimated to be 300 years old. The Svec Family Farm has been its home for a lifetime.
In September 1997, the tree gained celebrity status for becoming the national champion elm. The trunk circumference was 23.5 feet and the crown is 115 feet across. It remained the champion until it began its slow decline and lost height and width due to breakage. The National Register of Big Trees is who gave this giant its title.
So on a cold, moody winter's day in approximately 2000, I drove out into the middle of nowhere and photographed this majestic beauty while he was still in decent shape. I've been back several times. I won't even show the images of what became of him. My husband and I trekked out into the field on our last visit to say goodby...
About Jill Love
My memories begin as a five-year-old-free-spirit discovering and creating anything 'beautiful.' I was bold, creative, curious, and loved adventure. It stands to reason that when I spray painted the neighbor's black hearse a sparkling shade of silver that I was destined to be an artist. Now that I'm in my 7th decade, my free spirit has settled down a bit (the hearse owner would be glad). Still, curiosity, creativity, and an eye for beauty define me. Lots of things inspire me in my art. I love traveling, and have been afforded the opportunity to see wonderful places all over the world. I then share our travel destinations with others so they can experience the beauty out there too. Another passion of mine is ornamental gardening. Flowers...
Calvin Boyer
In addition to the banner, I am adding this more permanent recognition of its FEATURE on the homepage of A TREE OR TREES IN BLACK AND WHITE. I try mightily to feature only images that would be at home in a juried competition. No doubt that this image fits that bill. CONGRATULATIONS! And consider adding your image to DISCUSSIONS "Please post your featured photograph here" for greater, long-lasting visibility.
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #14 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist.....L/F/Tw
Christopher James
Congratulation.....your wonderful work has been featured in the 1000 Views on 1 Image Group l/f/p
Becky Miller
Usually, black and white is somewhat harsh, and I would have expected that from a leaf-less tree, but you have created a soft and comforting image here despite all that, and it really does fit your title. Very nice.
Jill Love replied:
Thank you, Becky. It's one of the most emotional pieces I've ever done so it's close to my heart.
Cathy Anderson
Great image !!
Ella Kaye Dickey
lovely
Debra Martz
Excellent work!
Birgit Moldenhauer
Beautiful!
Peng Shi
Wonderful work!
Cathy Mahnke
Wonderful monochrome
Stephen Stookey
Wonderful!
Joan Stratton
Lovely capture :)
Az Jackson
Magnificent work.
Sharon McConnell
Wonderful!
Terry Davis
Beautiful
Karen Cook
Wonderful!
Chance Kafka
lovely!
Terri Waters
Lovely lone tree image
David Beard
Beautiful capture!
Stuart Litoff
Beautiful!
Luther Fine Art
Lovely!
Belinda Greb
Beautiful!
Birgit Moldenhauer
Very nice photograph!
Patty Donoghue
great piece
Ella Kaye Dickey
lovely