I'd never made it out to Elm Creek Park Reserve during fall color season, even though it's practically in my backyard. I drove out specifically to fix that, and I'd just pulled into a parking spot when I audibly gasped at what I saw through my car's windows: sunlight breaking through a wall of orange and gold leaves, with wildflowers gone to seed filling the foreground. I grabbed my camera, stood up right there next to my car, and took this shot before I'd even started my walk.
I hope this piece brings a little of that Elm Creek Park Reserve autumn into your space. Feel free to share it with anyone who loves Minnesota fall colors as much as I do.
Autumn's Embrace at Elm Creek Park Reserve photograph, available as fine art paper, metal, canvas, and acrylic prints. Each piece is custom-made to order, typically within 5 business days. Free ground shipping on all U.S. orders over $100.
Elm Creek Park Reserve sits right in Maple Grove, MN, practically in my old backyard, and somehow I'd never made it out there during fall color season. I finally set out one October evening to fix that, and I didn't even make it past the parking lot before the trip paid off.
I'd just found a spot and parked when I looked out my window and audibly gasped. Sunlight was breaking through a wall of orange and gold oak leaves, backlighting a tangle of dried wildflowers and grasses in the foreground. I grabbed my camera, stood up right there next to my car, and took this shot before I'd walked a single step into the park.
There's something I love about a moment like that, proof that you don't always have to go far or work hard to find something worth photographing. Sometimes it's right there waiting the second you step out of the car.
This piece is a great fit for anyone who loves Minnesota's fall colors, a warm, sunlit addition to a living room, office, or nature-inspired space.
Looks best on Canvas Gallery Wrap for a warm, textured feel that suits the golden autumn light, or Smooth Fine Art Paper for the truest color rendering of the sun flare and foliage.
FAQ:
What size should I order?
It depends on your wall and viewing distance, but if you're unsure, use the Live Preview AR tool on this page; it lets you point your phone or tablet at your actual wall and see the piece at true scale before you order.
What's the difference between the print materials?
Canvas Gallery Wrap adds warmth and texture that suits this piece's golden autumn light and comes ready to hang with no framing needed. Smooth Fine Art Paper gives the truest, most natural color rendering. High Gloss MetalPrint adds contrast and a modern finish. Acrylic gives a glass-like depth with vibrant color.
How long does it take to receive my print?
Every piece is custom-made to order, typically shipping within 5 business days.
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes, free ground shipping is included on all U.S. orders over $100.
Where was this taken?
This was captured at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove, Minnesota, part of the Three Rivers Park District in the Twin Cities metro area.
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