Michaelmas Cay

Michaelmas Cay, off the coast of Cairns.
One of three sand cays situated off the coast of Cairns. An aerial view with the ‘Ocean Spirit’ vessel preparing to depart.

The Great Barrier Reef has some wonderful islands out in the ocean, even islands newly formed like these sand cays formed on coral reefs. The sand cays situated off the coast of Cairns are natural wonders that are loved by all who have visited them. Local sail boat owners sail out to these cays to spend the weekend in the clear night light under the stars. Visitors take trips on various vessels that visit the cays daily, or with helicopters or sea planes that land right on the cays. One of the cays, ‘Michaelmas Cay’ is a sanctuary for a wide variety of sea birds that raise their young there.

location: off the coast of Cairns, camera: Linhoff Technorama, Super Angulon 72mm lens, film: Fuji Velvia 100ASA, shutter speed: 1/250 second, filters: polarized, cropping: None, time and conditions: perfect clear day, limited edition: 360

* When selecting sizes, please ensure to click on 'material' and select either '3mm Float Frame' or '6mm Float Frame'. The typical preferred thickness of Acrylic Glass used is 3mm; providing an attractive light weight finish. However, for sizes 175cm and upwards, 6mm Acrylic Glass is used to ensure a more rigid finish. This 6mm thickness also creates an additional 3-dimensional sense or appearance ... though is a little more expensive.

Please do feel free to contact me if you have any questions at all. Simply click on "Message Us" below or via email / telephone.

Printing and framing:

Limited Edition: Personally signed and numbered limited edition prints, available in standard sizes from 100x32cm, 125x40cm, 150x48cm, 175x57cm, 200x64cm, 250x80cm, to 300x96cm. Triptych panels are also available, please inquire.

Printing: Printed with pigment inks on silver-based photographic paper, then mounted under Polycarbonate acrylic glass presenting each image crisp and clear. Most people when first viewing are convinced that they are lit from behind with their inherent 'luminosity'. Polycarbonate is a totally transparent material with very little reflection but is also virtually unbreakable. 

Lighting: People often ask if they should instal lighting for the images. And I recommend not to, at least for the first few months. For how the images hold light is simply wonderful. I often refer to them more so as gems or jewels in the way that they hold light. Especially in very low light they become holographic by nature. And the tones shift as the sun rises or sets ... It is very attractive. But if you do wish to install, perhaps highlight just the midsection with a warm tone light.

Float-frame: Provided on the back of each is an aluminium float-frame. This frame presents the photographs off the wall as if it is floating. It is very elegant. Then included is a matching hanging rail that simply is screwed level onto the wall. And interlocks perfectly with the float-frame providing a totally secure hanging system.

Archival qualities: Pigment inks have incredible archival quality. And combined with the acrylic glass, which is 100% UV resistant, there is no chance of fading or discolouration. The Australian sun is particularly harsh and though I do not recommend continual direct sun all work is guaranteed with a lifetime replacement (as an interior art (starting 2021)).

Investment: The Art is presented as a limited edition collection. And once sold out is finished and complete. No longer available. This creates an investment opportunity, with the work continually increasing in value. And together with their timeless appeal and the archival quality ... makes it a most attractive investment.

Deliveries are fully insured and guaranteed to arrive in perfect condition. Domestic freight charges are included. International freight is sent via Federal Express (TNT) and is priced dependant on sizes (please see at checkout); priced from $30 (50x16cm) - $200 (250x80cm). All orders are freshly made. And after printing and signing are then mounted under the Acrylic Glass. Typical delivery times are 3-4 weeks. Please advise if you seek a priority service.

Cleaning: When cleaning simply use a feather duster. And if necessary use isopropyl alcohol or Mr Sheen with a plain facial tissue.

Contact Ric J Steininger Gallery:

Cairns Gallery
Web: www.ricsteininger.com
email: ric@ricsteininger.com
Address: Shop 1 / 1-3 Coondoo Street, 
Kuranda QLD Australia
Postal: PO Box 12269d, Cairns QLD 4870
tel: (+61) 0413 223 847