Michael Hart Fine Art
Wyoming Rainstorm — Backlit Virga
Wyoming Rainstorm — Backlit Virga
Wyoming Rainstorm
Backlit Virga
This black and white photograph captures descending virga over the plains of Wyoming — rain evaporating before reaching the ground. Backlit by late afternoon light, the falling streaks separate from the dark cloud mass above, creating layered depth across an otherwise spare horizon.
The composition is built on horizontal compression. The land occupies a narrow band at the base of the frame, while atmosphere dominates. In monochrome, tonal contrast replaces color, emphasizing structure within the storm rather than spectacle.
The image rests in scale — weather suspended over open land, held between light and shadow.
Limited Edition
This work is issued in a total edition of 15, with 2 Artist Proofs. The edition applies across all sizes.
Once the edition is complete, no further prints will be produced.
Authentication
This black and white work is produced exclusively as an archival pigment print on museum-grade Baryta paper. Each print is signed and includes a certificate of authenticity with matched hologram verification.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Share
