Watching A Dream

$199.00

Gallery-quality. Free shipping. Arrives Ready to hang. Starting at $99.

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Los Angeles, California

Surfers waiting on the sand at an LA break — shot on a homemade 35mm-in-medium-format rig.

Print Type: Metal
Frame Color: Unframed
Size: Small

Click "Size Guide" for full sizing details.

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.
Print Type: Metal
Frame Color: Unframed
Size: Small

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.

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.

Each piece from Middles is crafted specifically for you, therefore we do not accept returns or exchanges.

About the artist

Devon Cardamone

Devon is a photographer and artist who works entirely with film. He learned focus on a medium format Pentax, judging distances on a Rollei rangefinder, and exposure on his Leica M3, a camera that has no light meter. Now, it’s all feel and intention on cameras as old as his grandmother, capturing moments in coastal California. He’d probably be a surf photographer if he didn’t spend so much time in the ocean himself, but feels that a focus on life and culture around the water can be more impactful.

See more from Devon Cardamone

Watching A Dream

Devon shot this on a camera he built himself — splicing a smaller film format into a larger body, an old trick most photographers have heard about and almost nobody actually does. A group of surfers stands at the water's edge on an LA beach, boards still under their arms, waiting on the next set. The frame is doing two things at once: documenting the people and the gear used to document them.

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 above 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.

Images infused directly into ChromaLuxe® aluminum — for depth, clarity, and a subtle glow that shifts with the light.

  • Luminous Finish: Dyes are infused into coated aluminum, creating color that feels alive — not flat.

  • Built to last: Waterproof, scratch-resistant, fade-resistant, and easy to clean -- ensuring your art stays as vivid as the day it was printed.

  • Indoor or outdoor: Durable enough for covered outdoor display. (Avoid prolonged direct sunlight for best longevity.) 

  • Ready to hang: Each print arrives with a float mount hanger, sitting 0.75” off the wall for a clean, modern “floating” effect.

Modern. Durable. Designed to let the image speak.

Printed on 100% cotton rag and finished in solid wood frames — timeless, tactile, and made to last.

  • Archival Paper: 330gsm, acid-free, neutral white cotton rag that captures depth, texture, and subtle light — and holds it for years.

  • Solid wood frames: Crafted from genuine natural wood with a rich grain. Available in Black, White, Natural Wood, and Oak.

  • Gallery standard: Each piece is made-to-order and carefully inspected before it leaves the studio.

  • Ready to hang: Arrives fully assembled with a protective acrylic front and sawtooth hangers installed.

Classic. Considered. Built to live with.

Printed on museum-grade cotton rag — quiet, tactile, and built to hold depth.

This is a 330gsm, acid-free, 100% cotton paper with a smooth matte finish and subtle texture. It captures rich blacks, natural color, and fine detail without glare.

Each print includes a 1" mat border, giving you flexibility when framing and a clean, gallery-style presentation.

For those who prefer to frame their own work — or already have a frame in mind.

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    Suz
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    Nāmolokama
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Namolokama

    This beautiful metal art really is stunning in my CA home, it reminds me of my years living in Hawaii.

    Love it

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    Jane H.
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    Moab In April
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Desert in the Midwest

    So happy with this print for my dining room. I was entranced by the red rocks and night skies on my visit out west, and this print captures both of them! The beautiful colors add warmth to the room. Have received many compliments from dinner guests as well!

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    Jane H.
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    Looking At Lumahai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    My morning welcome

    Love this print on metal for my bedroom! I have it in a spot where it is the first thing I see when I open my eyes and it sets a beautiful tone for the day. I was not sure about the metal, but it adds a wonderful depth to the photo!

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    Megan D.
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    Glance
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Perfect gift idea!

    I got this for my dad for Christmas and it was his favorite gift! Hanalei is his absolute favorite place in the world and he’s never seen an image close up of the mountains like this. It’s so special to him and middles did such an amazing job with the framing and matting to make it look amazing hanging in the house!

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    Megan D.
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    Looking At Lumahai
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Amazing gift idea!

    I got this for my brother for Christmas as it’s one of his favorite beaches and he loved it! The quality is amazing and it came so quickly after ordering. You can’t find pictures this unique and beautiful anywhere else. Middles did such a good job making sure it was packaged up safely and the framing and matting is very high quality!

Expertly-crafted.
Ready-to-hang.
Made to make your space matter.
Expertly-crafted.
Ready-to-hang.
Made to make your space matter.
Expertly-crafted.
Ready-to-hang.
Made to make your space matter.