The Magic of the Unexpected

That morning, I hadn’t planned on capturing anything extraordinary. My goal was simple: to photograph the soft, golden light on the peaks of Crowfoot Mountain just after sunrise. I didn’t want to be in a rush, as I feel that can sometimes ruin the experience of the moment.

I left home around 4 AM, aiming to arrive by 6:30, with hopes of catching the perfect light as it shone on the mountain’s rugged surface.

As I approached the parking lot, I noticed something unexpected—a storm was sweeping over Bow Lake. My heart raced as I rounded the corner, and there it was: the most breathtaking double rainbow I had ever seen, arching gracefully over the lake, its vibrant colors contrasting sharply with the stormy skies.

In that moment, I panicked. I knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime shot, and I couldn’t afford to miss it. I pressed the gas pedal, sped into the parking lot (safely of course), and leaped out of the car, camera bag in hand. The rain was pouring down, but the fear of missing this scene outweighed any concern for myself or my gear.

With no time to set up my tripod, I decided to take a chance. I steadied myself, took a deep breath, and fired off a few handheld shots. The moment was fleeting—just as quickly as the rainbows had appeared, they began to fade. 

I rushed to set up my tripod, but by the time I was ready, the magic was gone. The rainbows had vanished, leaving only the memory of their brilliance.

I checked my camera, unsure of what I’d captured. To my amazement, the images were sharp, vivid, and full of the emotion of that incredible moment.

Against all odds, I had managed to preserve the scene with just a few handheld shots. It was a rare and unexpected gift from nature, and I knew instantly that this would be one of my all-time favorite images.

Limited edition collector series framed canvas - Our signature stretched canvas with a 1.5 " depth, surrounded by a floater frame for a finished look.

The standard floater frame is 1.25" depth with a narrow 1/4" face, smooth satin with many color options available. Please contact me if you would like to see the color options!

Only 50 of these will be available per image.

Limited edition collector series acrylic - The best I have to offer. These are produced as a limited edition and come with a signed certificate of authenticity. 

• Highest level of detail possible
• Vibrant and incredible depth
• Produced as limited editions

Face mounted to 1/8" thick cast Acrylic glass with UV adhesive and backed with 1/8" Aluminum Dibond for superb rigidity and frameless display. 

Only 50 of these will be available per image.

For more information on each please see the Material section.

You can see all sizes available using my print size guide

If you would like to see the print in your own space please select the “live preview” button floating near the bottom of the screen. You can add an image of where you want the print and scale it accordingly, if you have any questions please contact me at James@jamesandrewfineart.com

Frames are not included so you avoid the frame’s markup and shipping costs The sizes offered will fit standard frame and matte sizes which can be purchased locally to allow for easy framing/matting. 

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Each piece is offers a unique connection to nature and has a meaningful story behind every shot. By choosing my prints, you’re not just adding art to your space—you’re investing in timeless beauty, supporting a local artist, and bringing the serenity of the outdoors into your home.

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