This CHRONICLE depicts a very unique and dramatic temple enclosed within a small Chinese town called Shangri-la. The temple is held high by a column of bricks and stone, and it dominates the buildings surrounding it, its evening golden glow contrasting with the dark sky. As the sun is setting behind it, there is a slight gradient against the clouds that only adds to the rising temple.
This is REWARD.
STORY
I thought long and hard about what I wanted to name this CHRONICLE. Sorting through the vision I had for it, I decided on "REWARD", as the name is suited for the idea behind the scene.
The locals in Shangri-la follow a unique branch of Mahayana Buddhism, called Tibetan Buddhism. Many people will travel to this temple to practice, strengthen, and add to their beliefs: rebirth, karma, merit, etc.
While the temple itself isn't the literal reward, it stands up as a basis of a Tibetan Buddhist's goal. It is peaceful, like they desire to be peaceful; it is spacious, like they desire their minds to be spacious, and so on and so on.
This photograph is meant to capture the limit of the rewards we can receive as mere humans. No matter how tall we build our foundations, we cannot touch dimensional heavens. No matter how beautiful our decorations are, they cannot cut through space-time. We are incapable of touching the forces that hold up existence.
Depending on what you believe, I want this CHRONICLE to be a reminder that we are only human, and that in order to reach higher than the sky, we need someone to do it for us.
In my case, I believe that God came down to Earth and gifted me a way to see Him when I pass away.
Thank you for reading.
MATERIAL
At Summit Edits, each photograph is brought to life using a carefully curated selection of museum-grade materials, chosen for their ability to elevate every detail, tone, and nuance of the image. Each option offers a distinct visual experience, allowing you to select the presentation that best reflects your space and aesthetic.
Fuji Crystal Archive DP II
Crafted using true photographic printing, Fuji Crystal Archive DP II offers remarkable clarity, vibrant color, and smooth gradation. This professional-grade paper enhances contrast while maintaining natural depth, resulting in a luminous, polished image that feels both crisp and immersive. It is a classic choice for showcasing photography with precision and presence.
Prints are produced edge-to-edge for a clean, modern finish that emphasizes the full image.
Acrylic Glass with Fuji Crystal Archive
For a more striking, contemporary statement, the photographic print is mounted beneath optically clear acrylic glass at 0.08" (4 mm), amplifying depth, brilliance, and contrast. Light interacts with the surface to intensify color and enrich blacks, creating a radiant, almost dimensional effect.
The print is backed with durable Alu-Dibond at 0.12" (3 mm), ensuring stability and longevity. This construction not only enhances the visual impact but also provides a solid, gallery-ready piece. Integrated aluminum rails allow for effortless hanging.
The result is a bold, gallery-style presentation designed to command attention and transform the photograph into a true centerpiece.
From the soft sophistication of fine art paper to the vivid clarity of photographic print and the dramatic impact of acrylic glass, each material is selected to ensure that every piece of Ephrem’s work is experienced at its highest potential.
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Border & Presentation Details
All prints are produced edge-to-edge, with no white border, allowing the image to fully occupy the space for a clean, modern presentation.
The only exception is Hahnemühle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth, which includes a 0.79" (20 mm) white border as part of its fine art presentation, enhancing its gallery-style aesthetic.
If you prefer a white border on other materials, this can be achieved through custom framing using a mat board. This involves selecting a slightly larger frame and adding a mat, which surrounds the image and creates that classic, centered border effect.
**For collectors who strongly prefer a built-in white border on other materials, custom orders are available upon request. Feel free to reach out directly, and I’ll do my best to accommodate your vision.
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