The Sway of Nature, Law, and Sprawl
Limited-Edition Print Reproduction
Natural Area: St. Croix River, MN & WI
Edition: Signed and numbered (between 1 and 50)
Certificate of Authenticity: Signed
Artwork pictured does not reflect the edition number.
Before 2017, vehicles crossed between Stillwater, Minnesota and Houlton, Wisconsin via a historic lift bridge. The bridge arched over St. Croix River, a federally-protected wild and scenic river that defines part of the states’ border. In 2007, a proposal was submitted to build a new bridge across the river and convert the historic bridge into a pedestrian walkway. The National Park System is legally required to defend wild and scenic rivers against environmental impact to the shoreline and watershed. In Wisconsin, Washington County Historical Society was responsible for the historic preservation of the lift bridge. Minnesota Department of Transportation’s objective was safe public infrastructure. Some residents supported the new bridge while others were concerned about increasing urban sprawl. Ultimately, the historic bridge became a footbridge and a four-lane highway bridge was built. An area resident told me that eagles nested along the river bank and were displaced by construction. The Sway of Nature, Law, and Sprawl depicts an eagle emerging from ripples in the river with swirls above the wings indicating bridge impact. This complicated fight drew to a close a decade later when the new bridge was completed, but urgency to protect the St. Croix River began in 1966 and pre-dates the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968.
Before purchase, please see details about prints, framing, returns, and policies below.
Limited-Edition Print Reproduction
Natural Area: St. Croix River, MN & WI
Edition: Signed and numbered (between 1 and 50)
Certificate of Authenticity: Signed
Artwork pictured does not reflect the edition number.
Before 2017, vehicles crossed between Stillwater, Minnesota and Houlton, Wisconsin via a historic lift bridge. The bridge arched over St. Croix River, a federally-protected wild and scenic river that defines part of the states’ border. In 2007, a proposal was submitted to build a new bridge across the river and convert the historic bridge into a pedestrian walkway. The National Park System is legally required to defend wild and scenic rivers against environmental impact to the shoreline and watershed. In Wisconsin, Washington County Historical Society was responsible for the historic preservation of the lift bridge. Minnesota Department of Transportation’s objective was safe public infrastructure. Some residents supported the new bridge while others were concerned about increasing urban sprawl. Ultimately, the historic bridge became a footbridge and a four-lane highway bridge was built. An area resident told me that eagles nested along the river bank and were displaced by construction. The Sway of Nature, Law, and Sprawl depicts an eagle emerging from ripples in the river with swirls above the wings indicating bridge impact. This complicated fight drew to a close a decade later when the new bridge was completed, but urgency to protect the St. Croix River began in 1966 and pre-dates the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968.
Before purchase, please see details about prints, framing, returns, and policies below.
Limited-Edition Print Reproduction
Natural Area: St. Croix River, MN & WI
Edition: Signed and numbered (between 1 and 50)
Certificate of Authenticity: Signed
Artwork pictured does not reflect the edition number.
Before 2017, vehicles crossed between Stillwater, Minnesota and Houlton, Wisconsin via a historic lift bridge. The bridge arched over St. Croix River, a federally-protected wild and scenic river that defines part of the states’ border. In 2007, a proposal was submitted to build a new bridge across the river and convert the historic bridge into a pedestrian walkway. The National Park System is legally required to defend wild and scenic rivers against environmental impact to the shoreline and watershed. In Wisconsin, Washington County Historical Society was responsible for the historic preservation of the lift bridge. Minnesota Department of Transportation’s objective was safe public infrastructure. Some residents supported the new bridge while others were concerned about increasing urban sprawl. Ultimately, the historic bridge became a footbridge and a four-lane highway bridge was built. An area resident told me that eagles nested along the river bank and were displaced by construction. The Sway of Nature, Law, and Sprawl depicts an eagle emerging from ripples in the river with swirls above the wings indicating bridge impact. This complicated fight drew to a close a decade later when the new bridge was completed, but urgency to protect the St. Croix River began in 1966 and pre-dates the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968.
Before purchase, please see details about prints, framing, returns, and policies below.
Limited-Edition Print Reproduction Details
Print size: 12” x 16”
Artwork area: 11” x 15” (approx., including empty space)
Mat size: 16” x 20” (mat may be trimmed by approximately 1/8th inch)
Originally hand-drawn in ink, this limited-edition giclée reproduction is printed with archival ink on acid-free, fine art paper. The print is professionally matted for a standard 16” x 20” frame. Hand-signed and numbered print reproductions from this collection are available at 12” x 16” in quantities of 50, with unnumbered prints for sale thereafter. Limited-edition sizes other than 12” x 16” may also be produced for this artwork in the future.
*Matted with Crescent RagMat Museum matboard or similar equivalent, depending on supply.
Return Policy
Limited-Edition artwork cannot be refunded, returned, or exchanged. Please see the full Return Policy for details.
Framing Guidance & Recommendations
Frame is not included. Prints are matted for easy framing. Mats are cut to fit a standard 16” x 20” frame. Note that mass-produced frame interior dimensions can vary slightly. Please read the framing guidelines and recommendations to help with your framing process.
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