Location: Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
We had been watching this magnificent polar bear sleeping peacefully on a rock near Churchill, Manitoba. After some time, it stirred, rose to its feet, and wandered over to a few nearby trees, stopping to scratch against them. It seemed like an ordinary moment in the life of a polar bear, and we quietly watched as it went about its business.
Then everything changed. The bear turned and began walking directly toward us. There was no sudden charge or obvious display of aggression, just the steady, deliberate approach of an enormous predator. For the first and only time during our trip, our guide instructed us to get back into the van.
Unyielding captures that moment of quiet power. The bear's immense shoulders, lowered head, and unwavering gaze convey a strength that needs no dramatic display. It was a remarkable reminder that no matter how peaceful an encounter may seem, these are powerful wild animals deserving of our respect. We are visitors in their world, and the privilege of witnessing them comes with the responsibility to recognize their boundaries.
Print Sizes
The five print sizes offered for this series were specifically selected to allow for easy framing while providing options to suit a variety of different spaces and budgets. Each print includes a white border and is signed and numbered by me. Every limited-edition print comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and a Letter from the Artist in which I share the story behind the photograph.
Intimate 12" x 8" including border. Edition of 10.
Small 18" x 12" including border. Edition of 10.
Medium 24" x 16" including border. Edition of 5.
Large 30" x 20" including border. Edition of 5.
Statement 36" x 24" including border. Edition of 2.
Printed on: Each print is produced on either Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 or Moab Entrada Rag Bright 300. Both are premium cotton fine art papers selected for their soft surface, subtle texture, and exceptional reproduction of detail. Their matte surfaces deliver rich, natural colours, beautiful tonal transitions, deep blacks, and carefully controlled contrast. These qualities make them particularly well suited to the Unbounded Collection, preserving everything from the warmth of golden evening light and the vibrant colours of wildlife to the delicate details and subtle tones found in shadow. The result is a fine art print that remains true to the colour, depth, and atmosphere of the original photograph.
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