James A Hannah Great Lakes Tugboat | Limited Edition of 10
Echoes of the Past: James A. Hannah - A Great Lakes Tugboat's Tale
Anchored amidst the somber grey, the photograph embodies the tale of the Great Lakes Tugboat - James A. Hannah. As I roamed the harbors of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on a dreary weekend, my lens was drawn to a collection of workboats, docked securely along the shores of Lake Ontario. Through the droplets of rain and the reflecting waters, I captured an image that breathed life into the melancholy mood that often accompanies the Great Lakes.
The vessel you see before you is James A. Hannah, a grand 149-foot tugboat, born from the hands of Marietta Manufacturing of Point Pleasant, WV, back in 1945. This hardworking ship served the U.S. Army from 1945 until 1964, before being sold to the Gartland Steamship Company. That's when she found her way to the Great Lakes and continues to leave her mark even today.
She was born as a steamship but embraced the power of diesel in 1967. In 1976, Hannah Marine Corp purchased the tugboat and renamed her James. A. Hannah. The story took a twist in 2009 when Hannah Marine Corp filed for bankruptcy, and the vessel was put up for sale. Today, she resides in Hamilton, in the hands of McKeil Marine, who uses her for parts. The once vibrant vessel is now part of a group of vessels, entering the solemn phase of being scrapped.
Hamilton, the city where the photograph was captured, is a place of rich history. The town was conceived by George Hamilton after the War of 1812. The grid-patterned streets and the Indian trails, which are the veins of the city, were preserved by this visionary settler. Hamilton bloomed into an industrial powerhouse during the 19th century, earning nicknames such as the 'Ambitious City' and 'Steel City. However, with time, it evolved into a post-industrial economy, transforming its identity yet retaining its grit.
As an artist, I offer you this visual narrative in the form of a museum-grade print. Each print, an embodiment of my passion for photography, is hand-signed by me on the reverse. This artifact of time is printed on acid-free, 100% archival photo paper using archival inks. This combination ensures a photograph that captures intricate details, smooth transitions, deep blacks, and vibrant hues with sharp precision.
Please remember, we only provide the image; the frame is not included. We provide free global delivery, and every print is backed by a 14-day satisfaction guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied, you are assured of a full reimbursement within 14 days. Furthermore, each print comes with a lifetime warranty against fading and a certificate of authenticity, testifying to its quality and my commitment to the art.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2019
Limited Edition of 10
This photograph is released as a signed and numbered limited edition of only 10 prints in total across all available sizes combined—not 10 prints in each size.
Every size is drawn from the same edition. Whether the photograph is purchased as a small print or at the largest available size, it uses one of the 10 edition numbers.
I personally sign and number each print on the reverse, and every print is accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity recording its title, dimensions, medium, edition number, and date of issue.
Once all 10 prints have been sold, the edition will be permanently closed. No additional numbered editions of the photograph will be produced in another size or format.
Premium Archival Fine Art Prints
I personally produce every photograph using archival pigment inks on premium archival paper with a subtle luster finish.
The paper provides rich tonal depth, excellent fine-detail reproduction, and a refined surface that reduces distracting glare under normal indoor lighting. It is especially well suited to both color and black-and-white photography.
Each photograph is sold as an unframed fine art print, allowing it to be framed according to the collector’s space and personal style.
Before a print leaves my studio, I carefully inspect it for color, tonal accuracy, surface quality, and overall presentation. Nothing is outsourced, and every finished print passes through my hands.
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Every print is personally produced, inspected, signed, numbered, and carefully packaged by me at my studio in Haliburton, Ontario, Canada.
Worldwide delivery is included in the listed price, so there is no additional shipping charge added during checkout. I select an appropriate tracked delivery service based on the destination, print size, and current shipping requirements.
Delivery times vary by destination and may be affected by customs processing or circumstances beyond my control.
Because I also travel extensively to create new photographic work, studio dispatch may occasionally be delayed while I am away. When that happens, the print will be produced and shipped as soon as I return to the studio.
