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8.00" x 10.00"
Ties that Bind Us Art Print
by Lisa Knechtel
Product Details
Ties that Bind Us art print by Lisa Knechtel. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
Design Details
Today I took a walk down the railway ties in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. Looking down at the ties, I reflected upon how they came to be under my feet,... more
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Artist's Description
Today I took a walk down the railway ties in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. Looking down at the ties, I reflected upon how they came to be under my feet, uniting my country.
The CP Rail was built between 1881 and 1885 by thousands of navvies. On the BC side of the Rockies, the workers were Chinese coolies making between .75 to 1.25 a day to perform the most back-breaking and dangerous labour which amounted to practically slave labour. In 2006 the Canadian government formally apologized to the Chinese population in Canada for their treatment both during and following the construction of the CPR.
When will the first world countries stop taking advantage of the rest?
Artist's Finishing Recommendations:
"Ties that Bind Us" is one of my most popular images. FAA's fashionable and luminescent Metal Print would be my pick to play up the contrast of light and dark in this image. There are numerous attractive custom framing/matting options available to suit any...
About Lisa Knechtel
Lisa Knechtel, a Vancouver photographer, specializes in dramatic macro portraits of flowers, reflections and rust. Known for the striking use of colour and her ability to make minute detail relatable, she refers to her artistic pursuits as "obsession" vs. "inspiration". All images are copyright © Lisa Knechtel. All materials contained may not be reproduced, copied, edited, published, transmitted or downloaded in any way, shape or form. All rights reserved. Copying, altering, displaying or redistribution without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited. CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL VISITORS - please note that funds are in American currency. A NOTE TO VISITORS: I value and appreciate your feedback/support and...
$42.56
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Hugh Smith
Beautiful piece. Congratulations on your sale!
Lisa Knechtel
Thank you to my patron from Calgary. I hope they look magnificent in your place and remind your husband of the impact he has had.
Jacqueline Athmann
Congratulations on your sale!
Vicky Hutton
Beautiful work! Congratulations on the sale!
Celestial Images
Congrats on your sale and this awesome art
Sharon Cummings
Congrats!
Russell Styles
Excellent....congratulations...
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Thanks Russ. Hope all is going well for you.
Lisa Knechtel
Thank you to my buyer from Wilmington, NC - United States. I appreciate your patronage. Have a great day!
Baywest Imaging
Great shot! Congratulations on your sale.
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Thank you so much! I appreciate you stopping by.
Guido Montanes Castillo
Congratulations on your sale. Nice photo
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Much appreciated Guido. Have a great day!
Luke Moore
Lisa- Love this photograph...the title is perfect too. Congrats on your sale...very nice!
Lisa Knechtel replied:
I appreciate the feedback. Thank you and have a great day!
Chrisann Ellis
Excellent title with your Excellent Shot! Congrats on your sale :)
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Thanks so much. I am glad the title resonates. Have a great day.
Andee Photography
Congrats to you on your sale! :)
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Thank you! It is a wonderful feeling.
Lisa Knechtel
Thank you to my client from Surrey, BC who purchased this print in acrylic. Great mounting choice! It is going to look amazing.
Sandi OReilly
Lisa, cool catch and b&w, congrats on your sale!
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Thanks Sandi! Have a great day!
Roger Wedegis
Great capture! Congratulations on your sale!
Lisa Knechtel replied:
Much appreciated Roger!
Gabriela Insuratelu
Great perspective!
Lisa Knechtel replied:
thank you :)