societal elevation
Shanghai, China
handcrafted limited edition print
about this limited edition photograph:
The Shanghai Tower – the second tallest building in the world, and the highest observation deck on the planet. Looking down from well over 600m high gives you a real sense of perspective, especially when you’re there to do it before any of the safety glass has been installed!
I remember when the (now) second tallest building in Shanghai was having its foundations dug out. That tower, the SWFC, is now dwarfed by this new giant and, while delays have meant the opening shifted from 2015 to 2016, the sheer scale and imposition of the third of ‘The Three Kings’ really has to be seen with your own eyes to be appreciated.
As with all photography, things never quite run as smoothly as we’d like. My access to the tower was limited to only one night in the summer of 2015, when clouds were rolling in fast. Luckily, a tiny break in the weather appeared just in time before we had to leave – and long enough for me to not only photograph but also witness this amazing view before the public have access to what will soon be one of the world’s ‘must-see’ buildings.
choose your style:
your fine art print:
- Captured in Shanghai, China
- 100 Limited Edition Prints
- 5 Exclusive Artist Proofs
- Hand-finished and framed
- Secure worldwide shipping included
perfectly matched:
- Contact us to discuss custom framing
- Principal colour palette:
Martinique
Eunry
Nepal
Blue Violet
words from collectors
“It’s arrived and it really is incredible.
It looked great online, but it’s absolutely stunning in print – the detail is astounding.
Thank you so much.”
– Will
“They don’t just hang on my wall, they transport me back to Iceland and Yosemite.
The detail and depth are phenomenal, and the craftsmanship gives them real presence.”
– Jane
“Paul instilled confidence and trust, delivering an ‘above and beyond’ experience with his beautiful work.
His eye for detail is exceptional – an artist of incredible integrity.”
– Kate
framing options
Most collectors choose framed prints for a complete, gallery-ready piece. Our rolled prints offer ultimate flexibility to frame to your exact specifications.
Not sure which is right for your space? Get in touch and we’ll talk you through the best options.
timeless, classic
Our solid wood traditional frames are individually handmade, by some of the best craftsmen in the world. With a range of certified sustainable woods and mount boards to match every style, along with ultra-clear museum glazing options, your framed limited edition print will be a true showpiece in any space.
Your solid wood frame arrives ready to hang with traditional rear fixings. For larger pieces, these are reinforced for added strength where required.
contemporary, fresh
For the ultimate in clean, crisp looks, with the illusion of your print floating from the wall, our gallery acrylic frames are the perfect addition to your contemporary space. Using the highest quality aluminium base and graded UV-resistant acrylic, your face-mounted print will become a bold and vivid addition to your room.
Your gallery acrylic frame features a hidden “floating” subframe for easy wall fixing either directly to each attachment or with reinforced picture wire.
modern, elegant
The perfect combination of our vivid gallery acrylic prints, built inside a traditional wooden structure, our floating tray frames deliver a modern look with an elegant finish to wow in any setting. With a subtle space between the face-mounted print edge and handcrafted wooden frame, your image appears to float in place, while surrounded by natural wood tones.
Your floating tray frame houses a special sunken structure behind the print, allowing for direct-to-wall mounting from two attachment points.
vibrant, bold
If absolute flexibility is what you’re looking for, our rolled limited edition fine art prints are the perfect option. We’re certain we can frame your artwork better than anyone else, but we get it – sometimes you just want the freedom to do your own thing. Printed in ultra-high gallery definition, your print is ready to be displayed with your own unique style.
Your limited edition print is delivered in a safely padded, secure art tube to ensure it arrives with you just as perfect as it when it left our studio.
it’s the details that matter
We know that how your image is displayed is just as important as what it represents and after years of working with framers from all around the world, we found the best people in the industry.
We don’t mass-produce your fine art print using automated computer programs – we still make our solid wood frames by hand, with the same equipment and techniques that have been used for the past century.
Our framers are perfectionists, who take pride in what they create.
Tray Frame Wood Selections
Your custom-made floating tray frame comes in a selection of painted or stained wood finishes, from classic black and white, through to walnut, oak, cherry and ash.
We’ll work with you to find the perfect combination for your space.
Traditional Frame Wood Selections
For our traditional solid wood framing options, we offer a range of standard wood finishes, along with custom-built dimensions to fit your exact needs.
Our base frames are formed from sustainable Oak or Ash, and can be finished in your choice of gallery-grade wood stain to perfectly suit your style.
Mount Styles
All our traditional framed prints feature premium grade, FSC certified, conservation mountboard, designed to complement your choice of print and frame.
We offer single and double mount apertures in a choice of soft white or ebony black to match your own unique setting.
Frame Construction
We know our framers are the best in the industry – able to create truly stunning ways to enhance the look of your limited eiditon print.
Contact us to discuss bespoke options such as sunken mounts, deep dimension frames and inset fillets, to create an authentic, distinctive look.
your print – our promise
Our fine art images are captured with some of the world’s most incredible cameras. With resolutions of up to 300 million pixels, printed on our ultra-high definition print systems, you’ll see every last detail across the full frame of your limited edition print.
Each and every one of our prints is handcrafted, sealed and securely certified in London, then shipped insured to your door worldwide. We want you to enjoy your fine art print forever, so all of our photographs are guaranteed for the lifetime of the original purchaser.
exclusive editions
Limited Edition
Our Limited Edition photographs are produced in a series of 100 prints, across all sizes, worldwide. Once all 100 are sold, the image will never be released again. All photographs are signed in your choice of location around the image and issued with a secure, serialised, certificate of authenticity which also provides your lifetime guarantee.
Artist’s Proof
Paul’s Artist’s Proof prints are strictly limited to a series of 5 per photograph. For the discerning collector, these prints are also registered with Hahnemuhle’s worldwide Fine Art registry and represent a tiny fraction of Paul’s work that will ever be issued worldwide.
this is not about putting a picture on your wall
We live in a world where billions of photographs are taken every day, never to be seen again.
A print makes an image come to life.
discuss your requirements
Our prints can be produced in bespoke sizes and specifications beyond those listed, with custom framing to match your exact requirements. To discuss what you’re looking for, please get in touch below:
our commitment
Trees are planted with every print sold through our partnership with Creating Tomorrow’s Forests.
Our prints are built to last a lifetime.
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