Minimalism in Life
Minimalism in Life
A Series consisting of pictures of light and shadow on snow.
Less is More: The Joy of Minimalism
Minimalism brings peace to our busy lives. It means owning fewer things and focusing on what really matters. By cutting out extra stuff, we make room for joy and freedom. We learn to value experiences over objects. Minimalism helps us save money and time. It makes cleaning easier and reduces stress. Living with less can lead to a happier, simpler life. Life is like these pictures, filled with light and shadows, warmth and cold, which we need to survive our way and continue living.
These pictures were taken on a trek in the Himalayas. After a fresh snowfall, the sun was about to set and suddenly as the sky opened up, streaks of sunlight lit up the mountains and the valley. Right beside our camp, which was set on a mountain facing the Bhagirathi massif, this light and shadow play was spectacular on the fresh snow. The little sports of life peeping out of the snow were so encouraging about the positivity of life on its own that I could do nothing else but to capture them amid such a surreal and heavenly environment. With the birds chirping for the day’s end and the light, cold breeze, nothing can be so spectacular.
At that point, we had nothing but a few mere things to survive in that environment and situation, yet life was full of happiness and calmness. This is when you realise how to be happy in a minimalistic way.
Print Details:
Type 1: 18″x12″ inkjet, limited edition prints on the following papers are available.
- Epson Archival Matt Paper, 190 GSM
- Hahnemuhle Bamboo/Hemp/Sugarcane/Agave Fine art Archival Paper 290 GSM
All prints are available in unframed and framed versions. The price of framing is as per actuals. We can ship anywhere you want with shipping charges are as per actuals. You can take with the author directly as per your need.
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Paper Details:
Natural Line Papers
The Natural Line has a special place in the Hahnemühle Digital FineArt Collection. It focuses on five FineArt inkjet papers made from unique raw materials: bamboo, hemp, agave and sugar cane (bagasse). The plants that provide the cellulose require minimal maintenance, grow quickly and don’t need any pesticides. Their rapid growth means that more cellulose can be produced on the same cropland than with other raw materials, and they also require much less water, helping to save valuable resources and protect the environment.
The new FineArt inkjet papers from the Natural Line are the next step in our continuous pursuit of sustainability and careful use of our resources.
The Natural Line complements the Digital FineArt Collection with special fine art inkjet papers made from unique raw materials and supports under the Green Rooster initiative environmental projects on regional and international level.
1. Agave
290 gsm · 70% agave fibre · 30% cotton · white
Hahnemühle Agave augments the Natural Line with a FineArt inkjet paper that is produced using agave fibres. 70% of this unique, environmentally friendly FineArt inkjet paper is made from sisal fibres. The base material stands out with its bright white natural tone and does not contain optical brighteners. The rough, yet delicately defined surface texture gives the subject a captivating sense of depth and impresses with a pleasant, soft feel. The matt premium inkjet coating guarantees outstanding print results with excellent reproduction of colour and detail, deep black and optimum contrasts. Hahnemühle Agave is acid- and lignin-free and meets the most exacting requirements in terms of age resistance. The combination of unique raw fibre materials, bright white natural tone, balanced surface texture and the customary high print quality makes it an exclusive, versatile FineArt inkjet paper.
2. Sugar Cane
300 gsm · 70% sugar cane fibres · 30% cotton · natural white
Hahnemühle Sugar Cane extends the Natural Line with a FineArt inkjet paper made from a rapidly renewable natural raw material – sugar cane. 70% of this environmentally friendly FineArt inkjet paper consist of bagasse fibres, a by-product of sugar cane processing. The natural white, warm-toned sugar cane paper does not contain optical brighteners, and features a unique, clearly defined felt structure and tactile feel. The matt premium inkjet coating delivers excellent print results with defined reproduction of colour and detail, particularly for warm hues and monochrome prints. Hahnemühle Sugar Cane is acid- and lignin-free and meets the most stringent requirements in terms of age resistance. The unique combination of sustainable sugar cane fibres, clearly defined surface texture and impressive print quality gives the artwork outstanding expressiveness and soul.
3. Hemp
290 gsm, 60% hemp fibre, 40% cotton, white
Hahnemühle Hemp uses one of the oldest and most diverse natural fibres in the world and is made of 60% hemp fibre. The FineArt inkjet paper’s base impresses with its bright white natural tone, and thanks to the bright white colour of the hemp fibres, no optical brighteners are required. The lightly textured surface gives the paper a pleasant, silky feel. Combined with the matt premium inkjet coating, this is a truly versatile FineArt inkjet paper. Colours and details are brilliantly reproduced, the depth of the black truly stands out and contrasts are reproduced with stunning effect. The acid- and lignin-free FineArt inkjet paper meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance. Hemp was an essential part of paper production for centuries, and due to its extremely robust fibres, it has often been used for long-lasting historical documents, such as the Gutenberg Bible and the US Declaration of Independence.
4. Bamboo
290 gsm · 90% bamboo fibres · 10% cotton · natural white
Hahnemühle Bamboo is the world’s first FineArt inkjet paper made from 90% bamboo fibres, for a natural look and environmentally friendly paper production. The natural white, warm-toned bamboo paper does not contain optical brighteners, and stands out thanks to its soft, lightly textured felt structure and sensual feel. The matt premium inkjet coating delivers excellent printing results with defined reproduction of colour and detail, particularly for warm hues and monochrome prints. Bamboo is acid- and lignin-free and meets the most precise requirements in terms of age resistance. The unique combination of sustainable bamboo fibres, soft surface texture and impressive print quality gives the artwork outstanding expression and soul.
