Before the Storm

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Title: Before the Storm
Artist: Russell Ord

The wave serves as a violent precursor to a storm rolling in at the infamous Teahupo’o, in Tahiti.

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On his path to becoming an internationally acclaimed photographer, Russell Ord has squinted down the lens at an intriguing mix of subjects over the years. He’s shot magazine covers of world-class surfers and helped deify celebrity chefs. He’s roamed with Uunguu Rangers in the Australian outback, island-hopped across tropical fantasylands and followed his photographic instincts through urban meccas. Meanwhile, his ocean images are celebrated for simultaneously implying the cruelty and majesty of the sea.

As one of the world’s leading surf photographers, Russ’s unique talents culminated in his documentation of a violent twist of Indian Ocean known simply as ‘The Right’. In pursuit of a unique, career-defining angle, Russ put himself in a situation where the ocean’s most powerful forces converge. The hard-won image served as the focal point for his celebrated documentary, ‘One Shot’.

While he remains a passionate and astute chronicler of the ocean’s moods, Russ suggests that evolving and diversifying is the key to a long and stimulating photographic career. “I realised very quickly if I wanted to keep working as a photographer I would have to develop other skills. Most of my work now revolves around capturing people’s stories, along with tourism and brand work.”

While professionally driven, Russ is very much the type of person who thrives on the opportunity to share his extensive knowledge. “It just about works in reverse,” he states. “By sharing my experience/knowledge, it inspires me to pick up the camera and shoot for the enjoyment. Watching someone develop a new skill and how ecstatic they are when the shot works out serves as a true reminder of why I started photography in the first place.”

Russ’s diverse range of experience, superior technical knowledge and gregarious nature mean he is uniquely placed to act as a mentor to other photographers. Time with Russ is not simply a tutorial; it’s a rollicking experience that ensures you come away both entertained and educated.

The Printing Process

Tracks print art is printed on the highest quality paper available. Your Print will be created using the finest archival materials and processes to ensure the best possible quality. It will be printed on Hahnemuhle 100% Cotton Rag using Epson Ultrachrome inks for maximum stability. Hahnemühle makes unique papers for unique works of art. Since 1584 they have been producing paper of unparalleled quality for artistic and graphic use.

All Tracks print artwork is professionally produced by one of Australia’s premier photographic labs, Created For Life. Established over 30 years ago, CFL has a well-respected name in the industry and continue to provide services for some of the country’s top professionals. You can be confident that when you purchase a stunning artwork from the Tracks Print Store that it will be produced with the highest attention to detail and craftsmanship possible.

Each print is available as; unframed (print only), framed print (raw, black or white wooden frame), or acrylic face mount.

Image sizes: 

Extra Small

Print only size: 280 x 400 mm
Finished frame size: 420 x 536 mm
Finished acrylic  size: 280 x 400 mm

Small

Print only size: 508 x 762 mm
Finished frame size: 898 x 649 mm
Finished acrylic  size: 508 x 762 mm

Medium

Print only size: 678 x 1016 mm
Finished frame size: 1152 x 819 mm
Finished acrylic size: 678 x 1016 mm

Large

Print only size: 856 x 1270 mm
Finished frame size: 997 x 1406 mm
Finished acrylic size: 856 x 1270 mm

X-Large

Print only size: 1524 x 1016 mm
Finished frame size: 1650 x 1147 mm
Finished acrylic size: 1524 x 1016 mm

Framed Print – three looks white, black and raw timber.

Acrylic Face mount: 4.5mm thick with 1.2 mm aluminium on the back.

The Framing Process

Your Print will be expertly framed with your choice of a sustainable timber frame. Then it will be finished with lightweight, optically clear, museum grade acrylic which offers 95% protection against UV rays. It will undergo one final inspection, before being securely packed for shipping. If your print is not being framed, it will be carefully rolled with cotton interleave and placed into a cylinder for delivery.

TIMBER FRAMES

We have selected three framing options that we believe complement the images perfectly and allow them to really stand out. With both white, black and Tassie oak options, our quality framing suits a range of settings and styles. We do not use basic framing glass, instead, we use high-quality acrylic. This acrylic is lightweight, protects against 99% of UV rays and is shatterproof.

ACRYLIC FACE MOUNT

Acrylic face mounting is one of the most impressive and striking ways to display your photographic print. Your print is mounted behind acrylic and the back is covered with specially treated aluminium. This process will completely protect your image from front to back. Your image is mounted edge to edge and creates a beautiful frameless finishes. Each piece is professionally finished with hand-polished edges. We use 4.5mm optically clear, Museum Grade Acrylic which has 99% UV protection. Acrylic is extremely safe to use, as it is shatter resistant and provides exceptional protection from sunlight, weather and temperature extremes. Once hung, your print floats approximately 16mm off the wall. You can be assured that you will receive an absolutely perfect, high-quality finish. The result is truly spectacular.

PRINT ONLY

Of course, you can also select the ‘print only’ option and frame the image as you please. All photos are printed on premium Hahnemuhle Ultra Smooth Photo Rag 305gsm paper giving each image incredible colours and luminosity. 

Shipping

Each print art piece is created upon order and takes between 3 weeks to print, mount, frame and ship to you. International orders will take longer.

Returns

Each print art piece is printed and framed just for you in the size and frame of your choice. That means we are unable to accept returns or exchanges. We are also unable to make any changes or cancellations to orders after 24 hours.

If for any reason your new artwork arrives in anything other than perfect condition you will need to notify us within 24 hours of receiving the art and we will repair or replace the artwork.

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