Artist Profile

Primary Style: Abstract, Expressionism, Fine Art, Modern, Nature, Traditional, Other, Portraits, Realism

Credentials: Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

Career Level: 2nd-Career, Full Time Artist

Experience: Mid Career Artist

Juried Artist: No

Represented by Galleries: No

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Troy Ziel

About the Work, Process & Fine Art Prints After the many requests received from collectors over the years, I am excited to announce a special release of limited edition prints from my black and white fine art photography series. Offering my prints to those who want to add to their art collection has been a dream come true for me. By limiting these images to an edition of 25, my intention is to create value for collectors as the prints become more rare to obtain with time. I will retire the negative after 25 and will not print that image anymore.

My Work:
Every image was captured on film and developed by hand in a darkroom. The focus of my work in this series, is to find calmness and simplicity among chaos. Before capturing an image, I become still and absolutely present; as the famous quote by photographer Minor White so beautifully expressed, "Be still with yourself, until the object of your attention affirms your presence." It is in this way that I sense the moment when nature gives me permission to capture one of her profound and powerful images.

I offer these images with the hope that you too will sense the beauty and unique energy captured within each image. Thank you for your support in the arts!

Sincerely,
Troy Ziel

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THE PRINTS:
Since my first announcement in late February 2011, I’d like to invite you to take advantage of this rare opportunity to own one or more prints from this Limited Edition Series before they run out - or at least before the editions jump to a new pricing Tier.

Each image was taken with film - many not available anymore on the market today which makes some of these images (especially the infrared ones) even more unique as they cannot be recreated anymore in the exact same way.

Each print measures 17”x20” with an image area of 15”x15” allowing you flexibility in framing.

Your print will be hand-signed by the artist, dated, titled and numbered x/25 according to how many prints are left. The price increases for each Tier as more of a particular print sells and becomes increasingly rare. Three Artist Proofs (AP) of each image were created and although they are reserved for the artist, I will consider their release to the serious collector.


CONSERVATION QUALITY
Considerable care and effort has been taken to ensure that your investment is well-protected by adhering to strict archival processes so that your prints last for generations to come. Each image is printed with Pigmented Ink on 100% Archival Exhibition Fine Art Fiber Paper and hand-signed by the artist. All prints also come with a certificate of authenticity and artist bio.


EDITION PRICING
The price increases for each Tier as more of a particular print sells and becomes increasingly rare. Pricing can increase without notice.

Tier / Edition # / Price
1 / 16 - 25 / $650
2 / 6 - 15 / $1,200
3 / 2 - 5 / $2,000
4 / 1 / $3,000

Questions: email me at troy@zielfineart.com

Featured Art Work

Stairway To... Stairway To... is an amazing dramatic image that is both calming and spiritual. The rainy stairway was taken at a time when the sun peeked out for only 30 seconds making this image extremely special. This image was the winner of the 2008 City of Emeryville Art Exhibit and was considered to be a part of the permanent collection of city hall.

Taken with black and white film and a medium format camera.


For questions, please email me at troy@troyziel.com

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