Beam yourself to a vibrant, almost otherworldly moment in Copenhagen with ‘Beam Me Up, Scotty!’, a captivating fine art print by art photographer Brian Andersen. Captured near the bustling Nørreport Station, this image transcends traditional street photography, infusing a familiar urban scene with a surge of radiant energy.
Andersen leverages the unique characteristics of a 50-year-old vintage lens, turning its optical “flaws” into a stunning artistic strength. The colossal sun flare, a signature element of this classic glass, slices through the frame with incandescent intensity, bathing the lone figure in a glorious, golden spotlight. This striking visual effect creates a sense of instantaneous transcendence, as if the subject is caught in a moment of pure, ethereal light.
The photograph beautifully plays with silhouette and illumination, portraying the individual not just as a pedestrian, but as a central figure in a dramatic, light-infused narrative. The warm, rich tones of the cobbled street below anchor the scene in reality, even as the brilliant beams hint at something magical and fleeting.
‘Beam Me Up, Scotty!’ is available as exclusive fine art prints. If you are looking for a less expensive option, an art poster version with a feature title is also available. Read more about the two options below.
Fine art prints are Giclée printed on Hahnemühle Pearl fine art paper by the renowned London-based photo-lab ‘ThePrintSpace’.
The semi-gloss Hahnemühle Pearl is perfect for bringing life and a subtle reflection to the photo, and it is the obvious choice to go with architecture photography. Hahnemühle Pearl has a delicately textured surface and a smooth silky feel. Once printed, the paper impresses with outstanding reproduction of colour, depth, detail, deep blacks and striking contrasts that will last for 80 years. Each fine art print can be purchased in a variety of sizes and is printed and shipped by ThePrintSpace. Frame is not included.
Art posters are printed on museum grade paper with pigment ink, ensuring bright and intense colours for many years to come. Each art poster can be purchased in a variety of sizes and is printed and shipped by trusted EU-based print shops in Germany and the Czech Republic. Frame is not included.
