CHARLESTON'S FIRST EVER 11 +
INCH BY 10 FEET PANORAMIC PHOTO!
There is no way possible to display a 10 foot wide
photo on the internet of course. So here are a couple of highly compressed
sample images (compressed means loss of quality) to give you some idea of
what this photo looks like. As far as I know, this
is the largest image ever attempted in the history of Charleston WV. The last
panoramic images that covered this much of the
valley were taken in the 1920s, and they were only around 4 to 5 feet wide.
THIS IMAGE IS 10 FEET LONG! You cant imagine
what it looks like until you see it in person. It's the most amazing detailed
view of everyone's favorite hometown, Charleston WV.
CLICK HERE TO SEE A LARGER VERSION OF THIS PHOTO
( Use the magnifying glass to increase the size. Use your Back Arrow to return here)
You will see WV's beautiful Capitol dome off to the right.. all the way down to the Patrick Street Bridge to the left.
The photo was taken from Charleston's Fort Hill section and
digitally manipulated to create one seamless photo that
has never been possible before. You will be amazed at the clarity and scale
of this breathtaking photo.
The above images are only one TENTH of the entire photo!
TO ORDER YOUR OWN PANORAMIC PHOTO OF CHARLESTON:
COST: Only $75 (plus shipping) for the amazing 11/+ inch by 10 FEET photo.
WHERE AVAILABLE:
This photo is being provided by Charleston Blueprint
1203 Virginia Street East Charleston WV, 25301 Phone (304)343-1063 Fax (304)343-1095
Faq's:
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
*This photo can be printed in any size up to 13 feet long. (please call for price)
*The photo can also be printed smaller. (call for
price) Be aware however that
the shorter the photo, the thinner the image will be from top to bottom. I
chose the 11+ by 10 feet size for the detail available in the photo. Making
the photo too small will loose this detail. What's too small? That's a matter
of opinion. But we can't be responsible, and can't refund money for those
who
purchase the image smaller, and then decide it's too narrow from top to bottom.
Example: If you order a 7 foot wide print, it will be "about" 7
1/4 inches high.
That may be fine for some, but it will be much less impressive when looking
for
detail in the photo. "Standard" mounting is 78 inches. So
is "standard"
framing. But in my opinion, this is too small to be effective.
For some however,
it will be OK. So be careful when you order because we don't want you
to be
disappointed
*Why a 10 foot long photo? Why not? It's never been done before as far as I know.
*Who would want it? Businesses
mostly. Restaurants, Law firms, government buildings.
However, some citizens would love to have this photo to decorate a family
room too.
*Can it be mounted? Standard
local mounting is 78 inches. This photo is 120
inches. So "non standard" mounting CAN be had, but you'll have to
check around
to see who in-state or out-of-state can do this. I do know (as an example)
that
Mountaineer Glass in Dunbar will mount and frame the 10 foot photo. Is
it expensive?
You bet. But for a photo like this that has never been attempted, it's really
relative.
I'm going to use 10 ft."gaterboard", and mount the photo using 3M
brand "Super 77" spray
adhesive. I will then simply attach hangers. There will be no frame and no
glass. It's
a very contemporary way to mount something these days with almost a 3-D effect.
*Can it be framed? After
talking to several framers locally, the answer is yes. For
instance, plexiglas's and metal framing can be purchased 10 feet long. Also,
check the
internet for longer framing possibilities. 11, 12, 13 foot images for
instance.
PLEXIGLASS POSSIBILITY:
I have contacted a company that can provide plexiglass at the lenghts needed.
J Freeman Inc.
Dorchester Ma.
1-800-841-9442
(Ask for Andy)
1/8 clear plexiglass... 124 inches by 15 inches is $63.00 (as of this writing)
However, be aware that to ship such a long object, it
must be shipped by truck.
This means that shipping will cost almost 3 times as much as the plexiglass.
($150.... from one, up to 200 or so cut sheets). If people could
get together
and order 15 or 20 cut sheets, they could then share the shipping cost.
*Does it have to be framed?
That's up to you and how you plan on using it. Many people
would want it framed... others might just glue it onto some material themselves,
like
"Gatorboard", a wall etc. Still others will simply roll it up loosely
and keep it safe that way until
such a time that they'd like to show their friends. Then just unroll it for
viewing.
*There will be a print available to see at Charleston Blueprint
*If you have any other questions e-mail me: wvskyguyATaol.com
or call Charleston Blueprint
COST: Only $75 (plus shipping) for the amazing 11/+ inch by 10 FEET photo.
Charleston Blueprint
1203 Virginia Street East Charleston WV, 25301 Phone (304)343-1063 Fax (304)343-1095
Note: This website is not affiliated in any way with Charleston Blueprint.