Wednesday, 4 November 2015

World Trade Center Prints: Past And Present

By Mattie Knight


Even before September 11, 2001, this part of Manhattan was a well known New York landmark. World Trade Center Prints predating this event show the impressive twin towers reaching towards the sky. More recent images show the inspirational memorial that has taken their place. Whatever date the prints were created, this location continues to capture the imagination of many.

Some of the prints feature the twin towers as the main subject matter. Others show broader views of the towers that include the Statue of Liberty and other landmarks. Prints are available in color or black and white. Some are photographic prints, while others show artists' renditions of the views. Artistic works have been created to suit just about every taste.

Even the most modest budget can afford to purchase one of these renditions of the Trade Center. Famous artists have often chosen the World Trade Center as a subject of their artistic inspiration. Limited editions of these works may cost thousands of dollars. One of the most moving photographic views is the one that shows the New York firemen raising the American flag at ground zero. The towers are still smoking rubble filled with the bodies of survivors and non survivors yet to be discovered.

An important part of displaying a treasured print is the presentation. Some websites allow the shopper to view the selected print with various combinations of matting and frames. The print of your choice can be presented with modern or more traditional touches. Using this feature allows you to hang the artwork as soon as shipment is received.

These prints are extremely popular. The range of sizes is almost unlimited. The smaller sized work can be framed with a ready made frame. Large panoramic views may not be suited to framing and can be mounted on a board or backside frame. This method of finishing the artwork will result in a modern style and make s strong visual impact.

Prints of the memorial are breath taking. The images are powerful and provoke all kinds of emotion. The tragic events that took place have brought people together in support of those who suffered a direct loss of loved ones. It is almost too painful to even glance at photos of the burning towers with people jumping to their deaths to avoid the flames. However, the towers and the memorial are still positive images.

The twin towers were architectural works of art. Reproduced art work is available of the towers in the process of being built. These are amazing views and show what can be done when people with talent, imagination and engineering skills combine their efforts. Close up detailed views can be very interesting and unique. Far off views are ominous when you think the towers no longer exist.

A personal visit to ground zero is similar to a pilgrimage to a sacred place in the sense that the experience can be spiritual. The memorial is grand and inspires feelings of patriotism. The very act that was intended to and did cause destruction also had the effect of creating a sense of harmony and commonality among Americans. Images of the World Trade Center before and after that tragic day in September are equally beautiful. The vast number of prints available are proof of the great number of photographers and artists who were touched by the architecture and the events.




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