Yin the soft warrior, 2025 – Matted & Signed Print

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Yin the soft warrior, 2025 – Matted & Signed Print

$80.00

About

In my twenties, I had several opportunities to travel through multiple countries in Africa. During these trips, I'd have the company of my father, who also shares the enjoyment of using cameras to capture moments. In 2019, we set out for another African trek, this time to Kigali, Rwanda. Usually, our mission to these countries was purely touristic and photographic, although this trip, I was really there to assist in helping my dad in locating land for a new home. In a week, we’d drive through rolling hills and rural villages where I’d get a feel for the real Rwanda. As we know, Rwanda and its people have experienced dark times. In 2019, the country was in mourning, honoring the 25th commemoration of the genocide that took place in 1994. I could easily sense the weight Rwanda was still carrying since that time. So much life was lost. When I’d look around, the majority of people I’d see were very young in age. It seems as if there were very few elders around. The Fuji X-T4 camera system was what I used at the time. The film simulations, like Acros 100, were fabulous when shooting in (jpg) format. This particular still, however, was shot RAW and later revisited again and again in post to get to this point in processing.

Specifications

Artwork Size: 6 ½ x 8 ½ (16.51 x 21.59 cm)

Print Size: Signed 8×10 in (20.32 x 25.4 cm)

Black Precut Mat Size: 11×14 in (27.94 x 35.56)

Textured Matte Finish. An acid-free, 100% cotton rag base with a natural textured finish. This paper has an extremely high color gamut and black density. This paper is coated with our popular Enhanced Matte coating, giving exceptional color gamut and high D-Max. The velvet surface is a favorite of photographers and artists alike, offering a unique museum-quality feel.

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Hello world, in this life, I walk with a camera in hand as a tool and form of creative expression. When I was younger, I would hear doubts about how anyone could sustain a living through photography. I’ve learned that the world has more stories than it wants to tell. In the last 15 years of placing all my focus on studying and working in this medium, I can say confidently that everything needs visual representation in a modern world. Through capturing light, doors continue to open, giving more and more meaning to my life. I share these words and lean completely forward to one of my biggest dreams, putting my work out there in the physical form of a print. Your support during this time goes a long way. I am simply an instrument of our creator, telling a story through observation. I appreciate all your support and engagement as I set the intention to get more of my work out into our world.