Solitude
San Diego, California
Dawn patrol hits different when you've got the whole ocean to yourself. While everyone else hits snooze, this surfer chose front-row seats to the day's first light show.
Care Instructions
Keep your artwork looking as stunning as the day it arrived:
Metal Prints
- For a quick clean, dust your metal print with a microfiber or soft dry cloth.
- For a deep clean, wipe clean with a microfiber cloth and a small amount of water or a mild glass cleaner.
- Avoid abrasive cleaners or ammonia-based products.
- Metal prints are moisture-resistant, making them great for humid environments—just avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Framed Prints
- Dust the frame regularly with a soft, dry cloth.
- Use a microfiber cloth and a non-ammonia glass cleaner for the acrylic front—avoid paper towels or rough fabrics.
- Keep away from high humidity areas like bathrooms to protect the frame and artwork.
By following these simple steps, your Middles print will remain a timeless piece of adventure and inspiration in your space.
Hanging Instructions
Framed Prints (Sawtooth Hanger)
- Choose a spot with good lighting and minimal direct sunlight to preserve your print’s vibrancy.
- Measure the distance between the two corner sawtooth hangers on the back of the frame.
- Lightly mark those points on your wall using a level to keep things straight.
- For drywall, use picture hooks or drywall anchors. For wood or studs, nails or screws work great.
- Install two fasteners—one for each corner hanger.
- Gently rest each sawtooth hanger onto its fastener until secure.
- Step back, make sure it’s level, and enjoy the view.
Metal Prints (Float Inset Frame)
- Find a spot with indirect light to enhance the metal print’s natural luminescence.
- Use a pencil to mark where the two screws will go (measure twice, level once).
- Drill your holes and install two screws—anchors may be needed depending on your wall type.
- With clean hands or gloves (cotton or nitrile recommended), lift your print and align the inset frame's lip on the back with the screws.
- Gently lower the print onto the screws until it feels secure.
- Step back, make sure it’s level, and watch your wall come to life.
Sizing Guide | Portrait (2:3)
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Total Size (Inches) (Metal Prints come unframed) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 14 x 21" | 14 x 21" |
| Medium | 20 x 30" | 20 x 30" |
| Large | 24 x 36" | 24 x 36" |
| Gallery | 32 x 48" | 32 x 48" |
| Statement | 40 x 60" | 40 x 60" |
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Mat | Frame | Total Size (Inches) (Outer frame to outer frame) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 10 x 15" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 15.75 x 20.75" |
| Medium | 16 x 24" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 21.75 x 29.75" |
| Large | 20 x 30" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 25.75 x 35.75" |
| Gallery | 28 x 42" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 33.75 x 47.75" |
| Statement | 36 x 54" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 41.75 x 59.75" |
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Extra Border | Total Size (Inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 10 x 15" | 1" | 12 x 17" |
| Medium | 16 x 24" | 1" | 18 x 26" |
| Large | 20 x 30" | 1" | 24 x 34" |
| Gallery | 30 x 45" | 1" | 34 x 47" |
| Statement | 40 x 60" | 1" | 42 x 62" |
Product information
At Middles, prints travel free. Enjoy free shipping in the U.S. on all products.
We aim to get your order to you as quickly as possible. Production times can vary, but typically, our prints take about 10-14 business days to create, frame, ship, and arrive at your door. You’ll receive a tracking number once your order is on its way.
Each piece from Middles is crafted specifically for you, therefore we do not accept returns or exchanges. That said, we are committed to ensuring that you are thrilled with your purchase, and will work with you to resolve any concerns.
In the rare instance that your print arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us at hello@middlescreative.com with photos of the damage and we’ll send a replacement free of charge.
Experience the timeless elegance of our Framed Fine Art Prints, meticulously crafted to bring the essence of adventure into your space. Each print is made-to-order, ensuring a personal touch and uniqueness that elevates your chosen piece.
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Premium Materials: Printed on archival grade 330gsm, 100% cotton rag, neutral white, acid-free matte fine art paper that preserves the vibrancy and depth of your artwork.
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Expert Framing: Our frames are constructed from genuine natural solid wood, chosen for its rich finish and unique grain. With four colors to choose from—Black, White, Natural Wood, and Oak—you can select the perfect frame to complement your aesthetic.
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Gallery Quality: Each frame undergoes rigorous inspection to meet the high standards.
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Display Ready: Each framed print arrives ready to hang, complete with sawtooth corner hangers and a protective acrylic front that ensures your art remains pristine.
Premium Materials
Gallery-grade imagery on archival cotton rag paper or luminous ChromaLuxe aluminum for unparalleled depth and longevity.
Try Before You Buy
Use our AR feature to visualize how the art will look in your space. Just click the 'See It In Your Space' button underneath the 'Add to Cart' section on this page.
Ready-to-Hang
Arrives with all hanging hardware installed for effortless display.
Delivery Guarantee
Your print arrives in perfect condition or get a free replacement.
Solitude
There's something perfect about a surfer sitting alone in the lineup at dawn, watching the sky paint itself awake. Luis Ortega caught this moment when a San Diego surfer had the coastline all to himself—no crowds, no noise, just one person and the Pacific having their morning conversation.
This is the part of surfing that doesn't make it into the highlight reels. The waiting. The watching. The way the horizon becomes a meditation when you're floating between what was and what's coming. While everyone else hits snooze, this surfer chose front-row seats to the day's first light show.
Ortega knew he'd found something honest here—that rare moment when solitude feels like a gift instead of a gap. The clouds above stretch and shift like thoughts finding their shape, and beneath it all, the ocean does what it does best: holds space for whatever you need to leave behind or find.
