By
Steven Heap
Piece description from the artist
This is a digitally restored version of an engraving made by Charles Magnus in 1863 that is in the Library of Congress. The engraving shows a bird's eye view of the city and streets of Alexandria, Virginia, during the American Civil War. The engraving captures the details of the buildings, the harbor, the bridges, and the surrounding landscape. The engraving also includes a legend that identifies some of the landmarks, such as the railroad depot, the market house, and the courthouse. The engraving is a historical document that illustrates the urban and military aspects of Alexandria in the 19th century when it was a key port for the area and the harbor is teeming with ships.
Steve Heap has been a photographer for over 50 years now (which is frightening to think about!) but in that time he has developed an eye for what would make a striking piece of wall art. Photography is all about the light and his finest attribute is patience! Waiting for the conditions to be just right is the key to making a piece of art that you can be proud of. Of course, luck plays a part, but without that patience of being in the right place at the right time, it just becomes a snapshot. He focuses on capturing images from around the world – timeless shots that reward the viewer with insights as they spend more time with them!
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