Ice Islands: Eternal Calm (Exhibition Piece)

Ice Islands: Eternal Calm is a stunning framed photographic print by Jaime Dormer, capturing the remote and pristine beauty of Antarctica. Part of Dormer’s exclusive exhibition collection, this piece offers a breathtaking view of Earth’s southernmost continent, a frozen white wilderness that remains one of the world’s last great frontiers.

Antarctica is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass, distant from the nearest countries by vast, turbulent seas. South America lies 1,000 km away across the notorious Drake Passage, while Australia is 2,500 km away.

In winter, the continent’s size doubles due to the formation of sea ice around its coasts, extending its reach beyond the coastline to the Antarctic Convergence—a natural boundary defined by the meeting of cold, polar water with warmer ocean currents. This desolate and majestic land is a place few ever have the privilege of experiencing firsthand.

Dormer’s photograph captures the serene expanse of the Antarctic landscape, where towering icebergs and snow-covered peaks are mirrored in the still, icy waters. The image evokes a sense of vastness and tranquillity, showcasing the grandeur of a region shaped by nature’s most powerful forces.

Dormer reflects on his journey: 

“To witness for myself the epic beauty and majesty of the frozen paradise of Antarctica was a once-in-a-lifetime journey of unparalleled visual appeal. The constantly changing landscape and extreme conditions only added to the exciting atmosphere of capturing one of the world’s last frontiers.”

About Jaime Dormer

Jaime Dormer’s work is marked by a profound appreciation for remote and untouched environments. His photography often explores themes of isolation, resilience, and the raw beauty of nature, inviting viewers to experience landscapes that are rarely seen. Ice Islands: Eternal Calm embodies Dormer’s commitment to capturing the grandeur of the world’s most pristine places.

Framing Details

The Ice Islands: Eternal Calm print is elegantly presented in a custom double raw veneer frame by Dawson’s Framing. The choice of raw veneer complements the crisp, clean tones of the image, enhancing its natural beauty and adding a refined yet organic quality to the presentation. The frame design is intended to elevate the artwork while maintaining its understated elegance, creating a timeless appeal.

A Distinctive Addition:

This framed print is an ideal choice for art collectors, museums, interior decorators, or corporate spaces seeking a sophisticated and exclusive piece.

Ice Islands: Eternal Calm offers a window into the frozen beauty of Antarctica, inviting viewers to connect with the vast, untouched wilderness of the Earth’s southernmost continent.

Dormer’s photograph is not just a visual journey, but a tribute to the power and majesty of nature at its most extreme.

Framing the Image

Frame Details:
The photograph is presented in an elegant, contemporary frame designed to elevate and preserve the artwork. It is encased in a prestige white Majorca moulding, complemented by clarity UV70 glass to ensure protection against light exposure. The use of double acid-free white matting, accented by a Dawsons hand-made dark oaka linen and a silver fillet, provides a refined contrast that enhances the photograph’s vivid colors and depth.

The image is printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, a museum-quality 100% cotton paper that brings out the photograph's rich tones and details. To protect and maintain the integrity of the print, three coatings of Hahnemühle protective surface spray have been meticulously applied in a crosshatch pattern.

Dimensions:

• Image Size: 20"x30" (50x76cm)
• Frame Size: 35"x45" (89x114cm)

This framed print embodies Dormer’s commitment to quality, with every detail carefully considered to offer an exceptional fine art experience. It is not just a photograph; it is a journey into a landscape sculpted by time, light, and natural forces.

Clarity Glass

Our frames use Dawson’s Clarity UV70 glass, which features:

• Virtually reflection-free appearance.
• Filters up to 70% of UV rays to protect your print.
• Crystal-clear color transmission to enhance brightness and contrast.
• Durable, easy-to-clean surface for lasting quality.

Framing

Our frames are custom-made by master framer Scott Dawson of Dawson's Framing Pty Ltd, renowned for his craftsmanship and expertise in Australia and beyond. Scott specializes in large custom frames and unique framing embellishments, ensuring every framed piece meets the highest standards of quality and artistry.

Included Documentation

Each print—framed or unframed—comes with:

• Proof of Purchase Invoice & Receipt
• Image Story Label: A self-adhesive label with the image story and details, either affixed to the frame's rear or included separately.
• Signed and Embossed Frame Certificate to accompany your purchase.

Packaging and Shipping

Unframed Prints: Rolled with museum-grade buffering paper and placed in a 100mm mailing tube to prevent damage.

Framed Prints: Carefully bubble-wrapped and placed in a custom-made cardboard package, designed specifically for JDP Gallery frames.

We ship using Australia Post, and you will receive a tracking number via email to track your parcel directly online.

Shipping Information

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  We ship using Australia Post, and you will receive a tracking number via email to track your parcel directly online.

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Secure Packaging

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