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Point Vicente Lighthouse 3rd Order Fresnal Light Art Print
by Heidi Smith
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Point Vicente Lighthouse 3rd Order Fresnal Light art print by Heidi Smith. 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.
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The design allows the construction of lenses of large aperture and short focal length without the mass and volume of material that would be required... more
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Art Print Reviews (21200)
Average Rating (4.64 Stars):
Sandra Kellon
April 22nd, 2024
beautiful-fits in with my sons nautical wall display
Shannon Graham
April 21st, 2024
Stunning!
Zsuzsanna Szekeres
April 21st, 2024
The received picture was very good quality and sharp, its colours were beautiful. I am very satisfied with it.
Kenneth Doroh
April 20th, 2024
Very nice print gift for my grandson
Julie Shaw
April 20th, 2024
Packaged well. Just what I wanted.
Debi Harvey
April 20th, 2024
The picture is Awesome and Candice Lowther is an Amazing photographer she knows how to catch the shot!
Artist's Description
The design allows the construction of lenses of large aperture and short focal length without the mass and volume of material that would be required by a lens of conventional design. Compared to conventional bulky lenses, the Fresnel lens is much thinner, larger, and flatter, and captures more oblique light from a light source, thus allowing lighthouses to be visible over much greater distances.
Point Vicente Lighthouse was built in 1926 on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The light source was dimmed during World War II to avoid aiding the enemy. It was automated in 1971 by the United States Coast Guard. The original third order Fresnel lens still revolves in the lantern room.
The Point Vicente Lighthouse is an important landmark and beacon light relied upon by thousands of ships and pleasure craft. It provides a means of fixing their position, and ensuring their safe passage up and down the coast. The Point Vicente Light Station has been guiding sailing vessels to and fr...
About Heidi Smith
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ I have a long-standing interest in photography. I had my first camera since before my teens. I used a (Minolta) film camera up until about 8 years ago when my camera failed to function while on a trip to Yellowstone National Park. Although a little intimidated, I then ventured into the world of digital photography and I've never looked back. My passion is nature. I started out primarily photographing flowers, plants, and critters that I would find in my garden. I love gardening and the great outdoors. I am always planning my next adventure, and I'll always have my camera in hand. I'm already...
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Marianne Campolongo
Those fresnal lights are amazing - love the way you've captured this one. I'm a big lighthouse fan so had to check out your gallery! v/f g+
Heidi Smith replied:
Thank you so much, Marianne!
Michael Friedman
Very cool image, Heidi! Beautifully composed!
Heidi Smith replied:
Thank you so much, Michael.
Steven Milner
Very strong image, love the contrasts of circles and lines!!! A stunning composition, masterful camera work!!! V/F
Heidi Smith replied:
Thank you so much, Steven. This lighthouse holds special meaning to me.
Roger Wedegis
I love the composition! Beautifully done! v/f
Heidi Smith replied:
Thank you so much, Roger!
Carla Parris
Ahh... Now I understand your lighthouse images! I like the composition of this photo, and the colors reflecting in the right hand section!
Heidi Smith replied:
Yes, I do have a thing for nautical things and especially lighthouses. Thank you, Carla. I have another image where you can see the light source itself ... I'll post that one soon.
Bill Owen
This is superb, Heidi!
Heidi Smith replied:
Thank you so much, Bill. My dad used to work at this lighthouse many years ago when he was in the Coast Guard.