Panhandle Poles # 3 Canvas Print

(Copyright Mel Steinhauer all rights reserved) Along the northwest coast of Florida, the beaches go on for miles and they are covered with sand almost as white as snow. During the winter months when northern states are covered in snow, tourists come by the thousands to enjoy warm days and sunshine in cities like Pensacola, Destin and Panama City. I was just one of many who came and took a slow stroll along the Harbor Walk in Destin where I stopped briefly to enjoy this view of some more... Panhandle Poles.

I created this image from my original photograph taken on location by adding digital enhancements, textures or painterly-style effects. These effects and image details will become more visible by clicking inside the green magnifier square as the cursor is placed over the image.

PLEASE NOTE: Our professional printing facilities have a feature for customers who desire artwork prepared for them to be in standard sizes such as 8 x 10, 11 x 14, 16 x 20, 24 x 30, 36 x 24 an...

My love for photography began as a boy when I was taught the basics by my father. During a tour of duty with an Army Combat K9 unit in Vietnam, I bought a professional model Nikon SLR camera and dreamed of becoming an artistic photographer when I returned home. A family of my own and a new career put that dream on hold for many years, but I had always enjoyed photography as an art form. Then, after surviving another kind of war with cancer back in 1997, I began to really see the beauty in our world. Ever since then I have been inspired with a new awareness of life and an improved photographic vision. This has compelled me to find beautiful scenes wherever I go and to share my favorite creations with others who may not have the time or...