Adventure Journal
Fresh Powder, Fresh Canvas: Announcing Blackcomb Backcountry: A Measure of Solitude
There is a distinct, unforgettable quiet that fills the air in the early morning after a storm passes over the Coast Mountains. The air is cold...
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From the Backcountry to Boston: Framing Statement Art for the Modern Executive
Large-format mountain photography can bring a sense of scale, depth and connection to the natural world into a contemporary executive office. For a technology executive in...
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Curation Meets the Coast Mountains: Introducing Advanced Spatial and Emotional Filtering
Selecting large-scale mountain photography for a luxury chalet, corporate boardroom, or private residence is rarely just about geography. It is about emotional resonance—how a specific piece...
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Behind the Lens: Award-Winning Fine Art Photography from the Coast Mountains
Moving through the vastness of the Coast Mountains of British Columbia on human-powered adventures—whether ski touring through winter storms or navigating high-alpine passes—brings a profound sense...
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How Do I Find a Statement Piece for My Home (or Office)?
An empty wall in a living room, a vaulted great room, or a corporate boardroom can feel like a blank wall of pressure. You don't just...
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From the Coast Mountains to Collingwood: The Journey of a Statement Piece
When acquiring a large-format fine art piece—especially a grand 48×72 inch statement print—the experience from selection to hanging on the wall should feel as refined and seamless...
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The Story Behind the Print: Howe Sound Passage
Covering 36 kilometers across an alpine fjord on a stand-up paddleboard demands respect for the water and timing. In Howe Sound, before the predictable afternoon winds...
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Bringing the Pacific Northwest Home: Fine Art Landscapes from Whistler to New York
There is a distinct, undeniable energy to the Coast Mountains and rainforests of British Columbia. It’s in the cold, crisp light moving across a high alpine...
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Case Study: Curating Mountain Fine Art for Kadenwood and a luxury ski in/out penthouse
Case Study: Curating Mountain Fine Art for Two Landmark Whistler Properties December 2024 | Trade Feature & Curation Spotlight When designing luxury alpine spaces, fine art...
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Introducing the Tantalus Collection - Iconic British Columbia Mountain Art
If you have ever driven the Sea-to-Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler, you know the magnetic pull of the Tantalus Range. Rising dramatically across the valley,...
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Introducing the Zermatt Collection: Exclusive Alpine Fine Art Photography
Stepping off the train into the quiet, pedestrian-only streets of Zermatt feels like stepping into another era. There are no cars humming here—just the crisp alpine...
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Most popular prints....so far!
I’m often asked what are my most popular prints? Having started my Coast Mountain collection in 2020 I can now share what have been the top...
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Giving Back - Over $1500 donated to Nature so far.
Since starting this initiative, I am proud to say that I have donated over $1500 to the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Since 1962 this organization works...
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Latest Prints - Shipped to Toronto, Arizona, New York, Quebec and Hong Kong.
I’m grateful for all my print orders over the last few months. I’ve had collectors purchase prints for homes, offices, rental properties, and hotels. Prints were...
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New Squamish Fine Art Print - "Mount Habrich".
In the spirit of continued exploration and a thirst for discovering new corners of the Coast Mountains, I recently embarked on a two-day adventure in Squamish....
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Case Study: Curating Alpine Elegance — Fine Art Integration at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler
When the iconic Fairmont Chateau Whistler embarked on a renovation of its prestigious banquet and conference spaces, the hospitality design leader Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) faced...
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Filming the Spearhead Traverse for Mountain Skills Academy and Adventures.
Over the course of the last three awe-inspiring days, I found myself immersed in a captivating adventure as I undertook a contracted assignment to document a...
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Blackcomb Backcountry: Bringing the High-Alpine into Contemporary Interiors
The morning began with a call to reschedule a planned shoot due to uncertain weather conditions. This twist of fate led to an impromptu backcountry excursion...
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"Callaghan Country" - Celebrating 23 years in the mountains.
Exploring the Mountains and Capturing a Limited-Edition Print
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Ski Touring in Greenland.
This March, I had the incredible opportunity to work as an executive producer and filmmaker capturing a two-week ski touring expedition in East Greenland. Our international...
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Pure Solitude Receives Platinum Award.
I specialize in limited edition prints of the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, capturing unique scenes and moments on backcountry adventures with my camera. This year,...
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Sentinel Bay Glaciology Hut Print.
Over the last 3 days, I embarked on a 40 km hike and paddle board adventure to reach Sphinx Bay and stay at the Burton Hut....
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Custom Photo Adventures.
Want to create your own custom photo adventure with an award-winning landscape photographer? With Mike Crane Gallery custom photo experiences, the options are endless! Learn more...
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Mountain Skills.
"For the last couple of days, I had the unique opportunity to attend a ski mountaineering course with Mountain Skills Academy to learn and refine new...
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Unique photography for your home.
6 Reasons to Buy Fine Art Landscape Photography Prints from Mike Crane Gallery Are you looking for new art to spruce up your home office, living...
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Sharing the Passion.
Sharing my passion for adventure and photography with my girls is always an unforgettable experience. When I look back on these photos, I know this is...
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Pure Solitude - Lenswork Publication.
I am excited to share this news with you! My print “Pure Solitude” received a feature in the prestigious coffee table book Our Magnificent Planet curated...
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Elaho Adventure.
 "It felt great to get out of my comfort zone and really explore deep into a remote location."The Elaho River Valley is a 70 km river...
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Brandywine Meadows.
I had been waiting to capture a unique sunrise of Mount Garibaldi and the trip did not disappoint. For these photos, we took a backpacking adventure...
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Backcountry Bliss: Snowboarding Fine Art Photography from British Columbia's Coast Mountains
There is something about exploring the Coast Mountains of British Columbia that stays with you long after the journey is over. The effort of climbing, the...
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