Golden Gate Bridge Print Sizes
The print comes in seven sizes: 8x10, 8x12, 11x14, 12x18, 16x24, 20x30, and 24x36. If none of those fit, custom sizes are available on request. Here is how I would think about each one and how to choose.
Spring flowers line the California hillside overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge. From here, I snap this stunning photograph of the Golden Gate Bridge, perfect for any wall in a home or a office.
Additional Information:
Please allow 5-10 days for printing and shipping.
I have the ability to print custom sizes and material (like wood, gatorboard, etc.). If this interests you, please reach out to dj@dalton-johnson.com for a free quote with the size and material you desire.
The small sizes are the 8x10 and the 8x12. These fit a shelf, a desk, or a narrow wall, and they are the easiest to frame and the easiest on the budget. They are a good choice for a first print or a gift.
The medium sizes are the 11x14 and the 12x18. These sit in the middle and work well in a bedroom, an office, or a hallway. They are big enough to notice from across a room, but not so big that they take over the space.
The large sizes are the 16x24, the 20x30, and the 24x36. The 16x24 is a strong choice for a main wall. The 20x30 and the 24x36 are the statement pieces. They suit a wall above a sofa, a bed, or a fireplace, and they give a room a real focal point.
The shape of the photograph matters. It is a wide, landscape image, so the wider sizes, like the 8x12, 12x18, 16x24, 20x30, and 24x36, suit it best. The 8x10 and 11x14 are a little closer to square, so they present the scene slightly differently.
Price changes with size. Bigger prints cost more, and material changes the price too. Paper with a frame is usually the cheapest, metal is usually the most expensive, and canvas sits in the middle. On the larger sizes, canvas can actually cost more than you would expect, partly because it has to be built and shipped.
Size also affects which material makes sense. A large metal print has a lot of surface to catch light, so glare matters more. A large canvas can fade if it hangs in direct sun. A large paper print needs a good frame. The bigger the piece, the more the placement matters.
My own recommendation for this photograph is paper or metal. The colors are vibrant, and those materials show them best. I choose the paper for every order myself.
How do you pick? Measure your wall first. Tape a piece of paper cut to the size you are considering onto the wall and live with it for a day. If it feels too small, go up a size. If it crowds the space, go down. It is a simple test, and it works.
If you have an unusual wall, I can quote a custom size, and other materials like wood and gatorboard are possible.
Consider viewing distance as well. A print seen from across a room needs more size to register, while one seen up close, like at a desk or in a hallway, rewards detail more than scale. The 8x10 and 8x12 are made for close looking. The 20x30 and 24x36 are made for standing back. The middle sizes work at both distances, which is why they are a safe choice when you are unsure.
Then there is the frame. A mat and frame can add several inches to each side, so a 16x24 print may need a wall space noticeably larger once it is framed. Plan around the finished size, not the print size, and you will avoid most of the surprises.
The print is an open run. It ships in about 5 to 10 days. It is a real photograph, made by a person, and I am trying to sign as many as I can, though I cannot guarantee every one will be signed.
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About the Author
Dalton Johnson is a photographer, writer, and filmmaker who tells stories about real people pushing themselves in the outdoors, from the High Sierra to the far reaches of every continent. He has shot and written for brands, tourism boards, and editorial outlets, including Nike, Patagonia, Four Seasons, PBS, GoPro, and Ford, with more than 160 campaigns and hundreds of published articles to his name. Off assignment, he bikepacks, trail runs, swims open water, chases big waves, and rock climbs.
