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Catch of the Day Legacy Reserve
Catch of the Day Legacy Reserve
The alluring picture before you is counted among the most famous wildlife photographs in the history of the camera. Often referenced as an example of narrative nature photography at its finest, it is indeed an iconic image.
It is Thomas D. Mangelsen’s most instantly recognizable and prized fine art photograph. With this jaw-dropping “predicament scene” in which the viewer is invited to imagine the outcome, Mangelsen captures the exact moment that a spawning sockeye salmon, leaping over the rapids at Brooks Falls, flies dramatically right into the awaiting opened jaws of a massive Alaskan brown bear.
Besides the visual impact, Catch of the Day is a testament to Mangelsen’s ability to previsualize a composition first in his mind’s eye, then positioning himself above the falls of Brooks River, allowing all of the critical elements to converge and pure magic to happen.
Over the years, since the unprecedented image was captured without digital manipulation, countless other nature photographers have attempted to emulate this Mangelsen classic.
“After a week I still wasn’t sure I had gotten the image I wanted of the catch. I had seen it several times, which was special enough, but it all happened so fast and there were so many variables, that I couldn’t be sure if I had reacted quickly enough to capture it on film. I wouldn’t know for certain until I saw the processed film weeks later.”
Only 950 limited editions were originally released and they quickly sold out. The first 20 numbers were reserved until now and represent a rare opportunity to own a true Mangelsen masterwork.
The alluring picture before you is counted among the most famous wildlife photographs in the history of the camera. Often referenced as an example of narrative nature photography at its finest, it is indeed an iconic image.
It is Thomas D. Mangelsen’s most instantly recognizable and prized fine art photograph. With this jaw-dropping “predicament scene” in which the viewer is invited to imagine the outcome, Mangelsen captures the exact moment that a spawning sockeye salmon, leaping over the rapids at Brooks Falls, flies dramatically right into the awaiting opened jaws of a massive Alaskan brown bear.
Besides the visual impact, Catch of the Day is a testament to Mangelsen’s ability to previsualize a composition first in his mind’s eye, then positioning himself above the falls of Brooks River, allowing all of the critical elements to converge and pure magic to happen.
Over the years, since the unprecedented image was captured without digital manipulation, countless other nature photographers have attempted to emulate this Mangelsen classic.
“After a week I still wasn’t sure I had gotten the image I wanted of the catch. I had seen it several times, which was special enough, but it all happened so fast and there were so many variables, that I couldn’t be sure if I had reacted quickly enough to capture it on film. I wouldn’t know for certain until I saw the processed film weeks later.”
Only 950 limited editions were originally released and they quickly sold out. The first 20 numbers were reserved until now and represent a rare opportunity to own a true Mangelsen masterwork.
Catch of the Day Legacy Reserve
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Artist Proof Collection
These prints are reserved for Mangelsen’s personal use and may be displayed in museums, gallery showings, conservation events or sold to collectors on a limited basis. The Artist Proof Collection is an additional 10% of the edition number of each image in the Limited Edition Collection. Available in select sizes, these prints are sold at a higher premium due to their exclusive numbers. Each print has Mangelsen’s signature and a unique edition number on the front. Each image comes with a signature card and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited Edition Collection
From thousands of images captured, Mangelsen edits and selects only the finest to be released into his Limited Edition Collection. Each print has Mangelsen’s signature and a unique edition number on the front. Each image comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Once the numbered editions have sold, that limited edition will no longer be available for purchase.
SPECIAL OFFER - Limited Edition Collection
Specific sizes and formats of this image are overstocked. Collect these particular sizes at a significant price reduction, for a limited time. This special offer applies only to in-stock inventory in the sizes listed. Framing is standard and cannot be customized. These may not be combined with any other offer or web code. Once the existing inventory is gone, these sizes will return to full price. For more information regarding this special offer, contact Customer Support at (800) 228‑9686.
Open Edition Collection
Mangelsen carefully selects photographs of amazing landscapes, colorful abstracts and more to be enjoyed in this Open Edition Collection. Available in a variety of sizes and display options, each piece will create the perfect finishing touch to your home or office décor. Mangelsen’s signature is printed in the lower right corner of each piece in this collection.
Display Option Guide
Our Fuji Crystal Archive prints feature vivid colors, brilliant whites, and distinct highlight details to consistently deliver beautiful fine art photography. Fuji prints offer the best archival qualities of any photographic material available.
All limited edition prints have Mangelsen’s signature and a unique number on the front.
Prints include a Certificate of Authenticity.
HANGING SYSTEMS
We will determine which system works best based on image size.
(actual frame style may vary)
HANGING SYSTEM
CANVAS
Our canvas prints feature the most vivid color presentation with amazingly smooth and consistent image quality, true to the original. Infinitely small pixels of rich, museum-quality inks are sprayed on 100% acid-free canvas, to provide lightfastness and UV resistance under museum archival conditions, then sealed with a layer of UV protective clear satin glaze.
All limited edition canvas prints have Mangelsen’s signature and a unique number on the front.
Canvas prints include a Certificate of Authenticity.
HANGING SYSTEMS
We will determine which system works best based on image size.
(actual frame style may vary)
HANGING SYSTEMS
We will determine which system works best based on image size.
METAL
Our Metal prints are on the cutting edge of fine art photography production. The modern, sublimation printing process is developed under extreme heat and pressure, where inks are turned into gas and then pressed into the surface of the metal where they solidify.
All limited edition metal prints have Mangelsen’s signature and a unique number on the front.
Metal prints include a Certificate of Authenticity.
Display Option Guide
Images in our Open Edition Collection are not numbered or restricted to a specific number of prints. With a lower price point, these are an ideal way to begin or add to your Mangelsen collection.
Mangelsen’s signature is printed in the lower right corner.
HANGING SYSTEM
(actual frame style may vary)
CANVAS
Open Edition Collection images are printed on high quality, acid-free, semi-gloss canvas.
Mangelsen’s signature is printed in the lower right corner.
Display Option Guide
Our Fuji Crystal Archive prints feature vivid colors, brilliant whites, and distinct highlight details to consistently deliver beautiful fine art photography. Fuji prints offer the best archival qualities of any photographic material available.
All limited edition prints have Mangelsen’s signature and a unique number on the front.
Prints include a Certificate of Authenticity.
HANGING SYSTEMS
We will determine which system works best based on image size.
(actual frame style may vary)