About the Photograph
This photograph was made during one of the most memorable and remarkable mornings of my photography career. Heavy fog filled the valleys of Val d’Orcia hours before sunrise. Waking up early, I was rewarded to not only photograph this scene, but witness the magic of Tuscany in a very real way. As the sun rose, fog drifted slowly across the rolling hills and briefly revealed details of the landscape below. From my slightly elevated vantage point, the farmhouse at Podere Belvedere appeared to rise above the fog. The famous farmhouse was surrounded by layers of countryside that continue to fade in and out of view as the light changed and the fog drifted between hilltops.
Photographed as a wide panoramic, I created this image to emphasize space, depth and atmosphere. This extended pano format allows the fog, hills and distant tree lines to breathe and showcase the beauty of the landscape, framed by the the Podere Belvedere farm in the nearest hilltop. This created a sense of scale that works especially well as a large statement piece that invites the viewer to slow down and take in the scene over time.
This panoramic version of Dreaming of Tuscany received a Gold Award in the 2023 Epson International Pano Awards and was ranked 12th in the Built Environment category. If you prefer a more traditional composition that brings the farmhouse closer and centers the scene around Podere Belvedere itself, I also have this image available as a single standard-format fine art print titled Podere Belvedere Sunrise.
Location
Podere Belvedere, Val d'Orcia, Tuscany, Italy
Edition
Limited Edition Run of 200 (Paper Prints Open Edition)
Aspect
Panoramic
Awards
Gold Award 2023 Epson International Pano Awards
12th Place in Built Environment Category 2023 Epson International Pano Awards
Fine Art Print Styles
I offer a number of print styles for my fine art nature photography prints. Below are the different styles you can choose from as you consider your art purchase. All formats with the exception of archival paper prints come ready to hang as is without any need for framing. However, optional external framing can be added if desired. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding these print styles. For more detailed information on my print styles, please visit my fine art prints page.
Signature Series Acrylic Prints (Ready to Hang)
If you’re looking for luxury and quality, then choosing arcylic for your artwork will certainly make it stand out! Details from the image emerge from the acrylic in an almost HD-like appearance due due to the transparency layer that is infused with iridium particles and is encapsulated in a layer suspended between the white poly surface and Acrylic. I also offer upgrades to TruLife acrylic and both Lumachrome and Ultra HD acrylic papers.. The final product is finished with a recessed float mount that allows for easy hanging without the need of an external frame creating a modern gallery look that is perfect for any home or office. Additionally, Italian hand-made ROMA frames can be added to any acrylic piece.
Signature Series Chromaluxe Metal Prints (Ready to Hang)
Using a method called dye sublimation, Chromaluxe is my choice for metal prints. Chromaluxe metal prints are created by taking an archival fine art print and infusing it into an aluminum sheet, creating a much more durable and visually stunning product than printing directly to aluminum like other metal print methods. Surprisingly light-weight, Chromaluxe metal prints are resistant to scratching while having that shiny, high gloss look that makes an image pop! Larson Juhl and box framed Chromaluxe metal prints are available upon request.
Arcival Canvas Prints (Ready to Hang)
Created with 8 color oil based inks, these giclee canvas prints are on another level compared to other canvas prints you might have seen. Many canvas prints have a lack of sharpness, but these canvas prints are some of the highest resolution, sharpest, most vibrant canvas prints possible.
Signature Series Frames (Ready to Hang)
While all of my mounted print styles come ready to hang without the need of an external frame, sometimes collectors want that extra touch of elegance. For that reason, I offer ROMA frames on all of my acrylic, metal and canvas prints. Plaque mount prints can also be framed with Larson Juhl frames. Standard styles include the Tabacchino line, but other ROMA lines are available on request.
Best Places to Take Photos in Tuscany
Tuscany is one of those rare places that lives up to the hype. In my time there, I spent hours driving its back roads, often pulling over without a plan, just following light and terrain. Between the cypress-lined ridges of Val d’Orcia, the open geometry of Crete Senesi and the medieval hill towns like Pienza scattered throughout the countryside, Tuscany offers endless views that feel unchanged for centuries.
Mixing well-known scenes with quieter spots that reward patience, I've highlighted five of my favorite Tuscany photography locations.
