Alison Milne Gallery | Artist Submission
NOTE: Images are available in a wide range of mediums and can be formatted to any custom size (as the cropping will allow). Currently there are several samples of my work including several images below that have already been printed and are available for purchase / presentation.
BLACK & WHITE EDITION
Curated By Nature Exhibit
by JACQUIE MATECHUK
Recommended for Display:
Medium: Hahnemuhle German Etching Textured Matte fine art paper
Weight: 20mil/310gsm (or alternatively, wrapped-edge canvas)
Sizes - Print as small as 16"x 24" or to 100" on the long edge
Surrounded By Love
LOCATION: Kenya, Africa
DATE: Nov 2024
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In the vast expanse of the Maasai, the soft light of dusk gives way to a scene of profound, almost sacred intimacy. A family of elephants stands close together — whose true majesty lies not in their size, but in the depth of their connection, a bond as old as time itself. Elephants live by a code of love and trust, one that is passed down through generations like an heirloom. In the heart of the herd, a young calf presses its small, mud-speckled body against its mother, seeking the comfort only she can provide. Her trunk, with the gentleness of a breeze, brushes over her calf’s head, tracing circles in an unspoken lullaby. As they stand together, unmoved by the rush of time or the hum of modern technology, they remind us that true strength is not about standing alone but about leaning in, supporting, and knowing that in this moment, in this breath, they are surrounded by love.
Exhale
LOCATION: Great Bear Rainforest, BC, Canada
DATE: Oct 2023
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As the coastal forest awakens, it exhales deeply. It's breath illuminated in a soft glow. There's a dreamlike silence, from which its towering evergreens reach skyward like sentinels of the wild. This delicate interplay of light and shadow whispers mystery and solitude. Each tree stands steadfast, a testament to the resilience of life in this untamed wilderness, their silhouettes etched against the muted grey sky. The atmosphere is thick with anticipation, as though the forest itself now holds its breath, guarding secrets of time and nature. It’s a fleeting moment—a glimpse into a world untouched, where the rhythm of the wild unfolds with quiet grace. This is the spirit of the Pacific Northwest, raw and timeless, captured in its most ethereal form.
Coastal Serenity
LOCATION: Pacific Coast, BC, Canada
DATE: Sept 2022
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Amid an endless expanse of still water, a single branch rises from the depths, its reflection mirroring its delicate defiance. The horizon stretches infinitely, a seamless blend of water and sky that blurs the line between earth and air touched by gentle ripples that radiate, subtle yet persistent, as though carrying whispers of stories long forgotten or yet untold. This rebellious log speaks of a quiet endurance—of holding firm even when isolated, of fighting to be seen even when the world around it succumbed to a haunting stillness.
The Watchman
LOCATION: Bwindi, Uganda, Africa
DATE: Dec 2024
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Peering through the dense brush of the Bwindi Impenetrable forest, I hear a gentle rustling directly behind. It started with the snap of a tiny twig that triggered my attention. I slowly turned stying low to the ground. Not a thing in sight, but patiently I waited. Finally, a larger branch gently waved and I see a dark shadow skulking about. I watch as he delicately weaves his burly fingers through the twisted branches. Gently pulling back the veil to reveal his face. He's a young silverback, second in command. But loyal to his family, he is their guardian; the Watchman.
Family Outing
LOCATION: Alaska, USA
DATE: July 2023
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Beneath an expansive Alaskan sky, a mother bear leads her cubs across the windswept shore. Each step of this journey is purposeful, enslaved by raw instinct. Her powerful frame guides her fragile cubs who follow in her wake. And as this unyielding landscape stretches endlessly behind them, the distant mountains remind us of their grandeur and solitude. Its story of resilience and the unbreakable bond between mother and young. The cubs, tentative yet eager, mirror the first steps of independence while remaining tethered to the safety of her shadow. It’s a moment both fragile and enduring, capturing the timeless rhythm of life in Alaska’s untamed wilderness.
Timeless Journey
LOCATION: Great Bear Rainforest, BC, Canada
DATE: Sept 2023
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The ocean whispers its ancient secrets as these giants rise to the surface, exhaling bursts of life into the misty air. The humpbacks are storytellers of the deep, weaving tales with every plume of breath, their songs echoing through unseen currents. Somewhere far below, they’ve danced in a world of quiet mystery, a realm where time flows as steadily as the tides. Now, at the edge of their silent voyage, they breach the thin veil between sea and sky, a fleeting glimpse of their timeless journey. This moment, both fleeting and eternal, invites us to wonder about the lives carried out beneath the waves—a world as vast and unknowable as the stars above.
Flounder Patrol
LOCATION: Alaska, USA
DATE: July 2024
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Majestic, powerful, and perfectly at home in the untamed wilderness of Alaska. These breathtaking moments capture the essence of the wild—the silent strength of a brown bear striding across the shoreline on the hunt for flounder. Wading through the shallows with precision and purpose, these bears showcase their adaptability and intelligence, skills honed over generations in harmony with their environment.
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In a world where their habitats are increasingly at risk, every glimpse of them reminds us of what we stand to lose. More than symbols of wild beauty—they are vital to the ecosystems they call home.
I'll See You Through the Darkness
LOCATION: Southern Alberta, Canada
DATE: Mar 2023
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As he launched from his perch finally full from his bounty, I marvelled at his agility navigating the dense trees. Then he popped into a clearing still scanning, ever vigilant. And with a couple beats of his powerful wings he looked my way and then at last, he was gone. Swallowed by the darkness of a tree-line, he retreated into the depths of this thick wilderness.
Buffalo Soldier
LOCATION: Yellowstone, MT, USA
DATE: Jan 2023
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Encased in frost and framed by the icy breath of winter, this majestic bison stands as a symbol of resilience and strength. Its piercing gaze commands attention, embodying the raw beauty and enduring spirit of the wild. It is a challenging survival but even a beast as rugged as this shares in a sense of community and nurturing. Protecting one another, regardless the risk. Even in a herd of hundreds, their hearts beat as one.
Upon Reflection
LOCATION: Great Bear Rainforest, BC, Canada
DATE: Sept 2023
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Seemingly lost in thought as droplets fall from his chin, the bear's profile is beautifully captured against a soft, blurred background of autumnal texture. The stillness of the water mirrors the bear’s quiet, contemplative posture, portraying some sense of the peace and solitude he must be feeling in this place. Though he is both powerful and respected here, this moment highlights a more vulnerable and sensitive side. As he takes in these pristine surroundings we're invited to share in the beauty of nature and the reflective moments that even its most formidable creatures are gifted.