Downtown Sketcher
Gazebo, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax, Greeting Card
Gazebo, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax, Greeting Card
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Point Pleasant Park sits at the southern tip of the Halifax Peninsula, a 75-hectare woodland reserve that has guarded the entrance to the Northwest Arm for over two centuries. At its heart stands the Victorian gazebo, a graceful bandstand framed by towering trees, where the park opens toward the water and sailing boats drift quietly past on the Arm below. This sketch captures that scene, the gazebo in the foreground, sails catching the breeze on the glittering inlet, a moment of calm at the edge of a city with a deep and restless history.
Point Pleasant was once a critical military position, its shoreline bristling with cannon batteries built to defend Halifax Harbour from naval attack. The Prince of Wales Tower, a Martello tower completed in 1798, still stands within the park, one of the oldest such structures in North America. The cannon emplacements that once commanded the Arm are now quiet, overtaken by forest and walking trails, but their presence is still felt in the landscape. Today the park belongs to the people of Halifax, leased from the Crown for one shilling a year, a beloved green space where the city comes to walk, run, and watch the sailboats pass.
Now available as a greeting card, a beautiful way to share a favourite Halifax landmark with someone special.
FOR GREETING CARDS:
- Size available is: 4.25"x5.5".
- Cards are blank inside, perfect for your own personal message.
- A kraft envelope is included.
- All greeting cards are packed in a clear cellophane bag.
PAPER & DESCRIPTION
- Cards are of my original handmade marker sketches.
- For my original work I use Copic, and Winsor and Newton alcohol-based ink markers.
ECO EFFORTS
- It's very important to us to keep being as eco-friendly as possible.
- PLA compostable sleeves and recycled postcards.
- We welcome and encourage any suggestions you might have.
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COPYRIGHT
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Any unauthorized reprint or use of this image is strictly prohibited. No part of the artwork may be reproduced, resold, or used for promotional or social media use without written consent from the artist of © Wynand van Niekerk, @downtownsketcher.
Copyright © Wynand van Niekerk ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Materials
Materials
Alcohol based markers, Copic markers, Winsor and Newton markers, Farber Castell fine liners and card
Shipping
Shipping
Free Domestic & International shipping
Dimensions
Dimensions
Prints available in 4 sizes: 5'x7', 8'x10'. 9'x12', 11'x14'
Originals available in 9'x12' only
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
It's important that you should care for your fine art prints just as you would any delicate and valuable artwork. With proper handling, your prints will remain in pristine condition for many years to come.
Follow these recommendations:
Handling
Natural skin oils or other contaminants can easily transfer to the print. As a preventative measure, we recommend washing your hands before touching the print. Use both hands and support the back of the print when picking it up.
Never attempt to rub the surface of the image with your finger or fingernail as this could scratch the surface of the print.
Exposure to Elements
Keep your print out of direct sunlight. Even the best quality materials are subject to cracking or fading if exposed to prolonged periods of sunlight. Although normal incandescent light bulbs do not present a problem, fluorescent lights do emit harmful ultraviolet rays.
Hang your print away from areas where airborne grime, dust and pollutants such as cigarette smoke can leave a discolouring residue.
Avoid extreme fluctuations in moisture and temperature. Excessive fluctuations between dryness and humidity, or extreme heat and cold can negatively affect the state of your print. Museums keep the temperature generally around 18 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of 40%. If the humidity is too high, be on the lookout for mold.
Framing
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Storage
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Do not cover your print with plastic for long periods of time. If there is humidity in the air, the mold may begin to grow. Cotton, acid-free sheets are the best for keeping dust away.
Cleaning
The print should be dusted with a clean, soft rag, to prevent dust buildup. Never use cleaning products or water as this may permanently damage the print.
Do not blow on your print as you may inadvertently deposit water droplets that can mark your print.
If using compressed air, apply short bursts while keeping the nozzle at least 12" back from the face of the print.
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