Morning Glory
San Diego, California
Some waves are meant to be ridden, others are meant to be immortalized. Welcome to San Diego's liquid art gallery, where every morning delivers a new masterpiece.
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 | Landscape (3:2)
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Total Size (Inches) (Metal Prints come unframed) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 21 x 14" | 21 x 14" |
| Medium | 30 x 20" | 30 x 20" |
| Large | 36 x 24" | 36 x 24" |
| Gallery | 48 x 32" | 48 x 32" |
| Statement | 60 x 40" | 60 x 40" |
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Mat | Frame | Total Size (Inches) (Outer frame to outer frame) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 15 x 10" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 20.75 x 15.75" |
| Medium | 24 x 16" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 29.75 x 21.75" |
| Large | 30 x 20" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 35.75 x 25.75" |
| Gallery | 42 x 28" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 47.75 x 33.75" |
| Statement | 54 x 36" | 2" | 1.25 x 0.875" | 59.75 x 41.75" |
| Size | Image Size (Inches) | Extra Border | Total Size (Inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 15 x 10" | 1" | 17 x 12" |
| Medium | 24 x 16" | 1" | 26 x 18" |
| Large | 30 x 20" | 1" | 32 x 22" |
| Gallery | 45 x 30" | 1" | 47 x 32" |
| Statement | 60 x 40" | 1" | 62 x 42" |
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.
Morning Glory
Luis Ortega caught something magical in San Diego's waters—that perfect moment when a wave becomes pure sculpture. Morning light filters through the curl, turning ordinary seawater into liquid crystal, creating the kind of shot that reminds you why people chase waves with cameras instead of boards.
This isn't just wave photography; it's timing and patience meeting raw ocean power. San Diego's coast serves up moments like this when conditions align—clean swells, offshore winds, and that golden hour light that makes everything look like it's been touched by magic. Luis positioned himself perfectly to capture the wave's architecture, that split second when water defies gravity and becomes art.
It's the kind of image that makes you understand why surfers talk about waves like they're living things, why photographers wade into freezing water at dawn, why the ocean never gets old.
