Weisshorn
Drawing of the Heavens
St-Luc
©2017
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Suddenly, the Weisshorn rises out of the bewitching mist. Dominating the Imperial Crown of Zinal, it rises gigantically between the Zermatt valley and val d’Anniviers. A grandiose creature, its imposing silhouette marks the Swiss Alps with the seal of splendor. The heroine of our photography, its northern ridge scrolls between light and shadow, revealing two sides of the same reality. For from black and white emerge all the nuances of a nature in full effervescence. Impetuous serenity, where softness emerges from strength. High mountains in all their purity.
In the middle of winter 2017, I set off to meet the Weisshorn. While the storm has blanketed summits with snow and the winds are still raging, I strap on my touring skis and gather my gear. The mountain beckons. From the Saint-Luc station, I reach summit de la Bella Tola, at 3025 meters altitude. A 1,400-metre climb and several hours of walking during which I dream. Of this legendary pyramid, its inspiring contours. I dream that I can immortalize it beyond the clouds. And when I finally reach the summit of the Bella Tola, the miracle happens. The Weisshorn, with its sharp point piercing the sky, reveals its immaculate finery, glistening in the sun. To its left, the famous Bishorn lends a hand with its colossal wingspan. At this very moment, the Alps offer me a breathtaking spectacle.
As a young mountain photographer, this was one of my first portraits of the Weisshorn. And one of my most striking. Facing the mountain, our gaze soars along its northern ridge, flying over rock, snow and glaciers, crossing its great gendarme to rub shoulders with the sky. When I took this photograph, I hadn't yet covered this fabulous route. I was letting my imagination run wild: would I one day be one of those who tread the Weisshorn's summit ? Would I taste this exceptional adventure? Since then, I've been lucky enough to make this incredible ascent. And I never tire of contemplating, surveying and photographing this marvellous mountain.
In the middle of winter 2017, I set off to meet the Weisshorn. While the storm has blanketed summits with snow and the winds are still raging, I strap on my touring skis and gather my gear. The mountain beckons. From the Saint-Luc station, I reach summit de la Bella Tola, at 3025 meters altitude. A 1,400-metre climb and several hours of walking during which I dream. Of this legendary pyramid, its inspiring contours. I dream that I can immortalize it beyond the clouds. And when I finally reach the summit of the Bella Tola, the miracle happens. The Weisshorn, with its sharp point piercing the sky, reveals its immaculate finery, glistening in the sun. To its left, the famous Bishorn lends a hand with its colossal wingspan. At this very moment, the Alps offer me a breathtaking spectacle.
As a young mountain photographer, this was one of my first portraits of the Weisshorn. And one of my most striking. Facing the mountain, our gaze soars along its northern ridge, flying over rock, snow and glaciers, crossing its great gendarme to rub shoulders with the sky. When I took this photograph, I hadn't yet covered this fabulous route. I was letting my imagination run wild: would I one day be one of those who tread the Weisshorn's summit ? Would I taste this exceptional adventure? Since then, I've been lucky enough to make this incredible ascent. And I never tire of contemplating, surveying and photographing this marvellous mountain.
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Weisshorn
Drawing of the Heavens
St-Luc
©2017
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We were bowled over!
My wife and I are amazed at the quality of print and the rendering of this magnificent photo. We had waited many years to put a picture on this blank wall because we had never "flashed" on a piece of art. Now we've found it, and it fits in perfectly at the entrance to our apartment. What's more, it depicts 3 summits that are particularly close to our hearts: the Weisshorn, Dent Blanche and the Matterhorn - quite a symbol...
We'd like to thank you again for your impeccable service (rapid response to enquiries, hyper-realistic projection of the work on the photos of the wall beforehand). In short, we have nothing to complain about and look forward to seeing you at an opening.
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As former inhabitants of Zermatt, it's hard to forget the Matterhorn, even in a new environment of mountains and nature.we discovered this large photo of the Matterhorn in a gallery, so strong and intense, it was impossible to forget it........ It became obvious that it should adorn our new apartment as a centerpiece.What's more, we had a very sympathetic contact with the artist, who came himself to deliver his work.It's very appreciable and adds a dimension to the object, to know its creator, his passion, the conditions under which it was taken.The texture of the photo resembles a painting, the lights play on it, Next the hours. It seems alive. A real daily pleasure!
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Passionate about the mountains, in love with black-and-white photography, the images created by Thomas Crauwels can only seduce us. The purity of the lines, the simply unique viewpoints, the photographic work carried out by Thomas and the exceptional quality of prints make them works of art. From initial contact at the mountain show to home delivery, Thomas offers a highly professional service. We enjoy this magical view every day!
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