Return to Nature is a series of 8 works, taken on various visits to nature. I capture beauty, calmness, and a certain stillness.  

Minted on a Manifold contract. Available on Foundation
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Ether

Step Out

Return To Nature Collection

Foundation

'Step Out'  
Kimmeridge Bay, England

Artist - Michael Hartley

In this fast-paced world, we can easily get distracted from what is good for us - or see what we might need. Even a short amount of time in nature can charge our batteries, ground us, and gently remind us of the important aspects of life. Nature is a very rewarding place, on many levels.

This piece is from one of my visits to nature, where I captured a certain stillness. I don't generally plan my photography. I like to see what beauty is there on the day. 

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Michael Hartley (b. 1973, Darlington, England) is a nature photographer. He processes digital captures in black and white, with a timeless, spacious aesthetic. Puncturing through modern distractions, he creates visual reminders of a healthy nature. (2022)

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Date Taken - 27th February 2016 - 15:52  
Location - 50.61159455858983, -2.1322624294118837  
Edition - 1/1  
Dimensions - 2400 x 3600px 300dpi  
Collection Name - 'Return to Nature'  
Collection Size - 8 Pieces  
Camera - Nikon D5500  
Lens - Sigma 17-50mm  
Capture Settings - 28mm, 25 seconds at f/29 and ISO 100, tripod mounted  
 
License - Can be used to display privately, or in commercial and non-commercial settings, or in groups with an unlimited number of participants. The license includes unlimited use and display in virtual or physical galleries, documentaries, and essays by the NFT holder. Provides no rights to create commercial merchandise, commercial distribution, or derivative works. Copyright remains with artist.

Declaration - The image (Step Out) will never be replicated as an edition, in a collection, composite, or in any form of digital art.