Kuria Jorissen
Often traveling to far off wilderness areas, I do most of my work at midnight to 4 am. My work in astrophotography involves constantly learning, researching, and perseverance through many foiled attempts—the one lesson you learn quickly is to never trust the weather reports. I spend much of my time studying new methods, history, astronomy, and the cultures around lesser-known stories of the stars.
Through my work, I seek to share the stories of the stars. To showcase the natural beauty that surrounds us and to bring people to that quiet moment in the wild and show them the beauty of what lies outside. Through this, I seek to educate and encourage the preservation of our natural lands and dark skies.
“Our night skies are full of colorful history, far off dreams, and expansive star systems. Through my work, I seek to encourage people to protect our night skies and get out to explore our wonderous lands. Indigenous cultures all around the world have told stories that revolve around the stars above, and it is my goal to bring attention to these fading stories and showcase the natural beauty many of us are too busy to see.”
Meet Kuria here: https://seattlerefined.com/features/artistoftheweek/artist-of-the-week-kuria-jorissen
Mt St Helens Milky Way
“Mt St Helens Milky Way” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. A stunning scene of the Milky Way over a snowcapped Mt. St. Helens.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Ocean of Stars
“Ocean of Stars” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. The waves were an electric blue to the naked eye that night. It’s a phenomenon called bioluminescence, and when I walked on the beach, it sparkled out from my feet and was a total Disney Princess experience.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Email SLRCurated@gmail.com to purchase and arrange for free delivery within 10 miles, pick up or shipping options
Rainier Green Glow
“Rainier Green Glow” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Green of the Airglow swirling above with the Milky Way rising above the mountaineers summiting for sunrise (the white lights of their headlamps can be seen on the mountain).
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Fire Sky Mt Hood
“Fire Sky Mt Hood” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Sweeping from night to day, the sunset fell upon Mt Hood.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Email SLRCurated@gmail.com to purchase and arrange for free delivery within 10 miles, pick up or shipping options
Blood Eclipse Over Feathers
“Blood Eclipse Over Feathers” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Blood moon eclipses are magical to watch and one of my favorite subjects to capture. This took seven hours to photograph with the moon rising and setting over the Feathers in Eastern Washington and going through all the stages of the eclipse.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Purple Mountain Majesty
“Purple Mountain Majesty” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. When the sky turned this outstanding shade of lavender the mountain was painted an imperial purple. I knew I had to catch that stunning scene.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Email SLRCurated@gmail.com to purchase and arrange for free delivery within 10 miles, pick up or shipping options
Stardust Arch
“Stardust Arch” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Seeing the stars over Mesa Arch was a spectacular way to spend the night as we awaited sunrise.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Sedona Mermaid
“Sedona Mermaid” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Mermaid Rock in Sedona decorated by a light dusting of stars and clouds above. Many are unaware of the natural beauty that our canyons and desert grasslands can bestow, but it can be a truly unique sight.
44x20 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $818 unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
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Star Fire
“Star Fire” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. Liberty Bell backed by the fiery blaze of the galactic center of the Milky Way. The star gazing in the North Cascades is a wonderous experience, especially with such amazing mountain ridges to catch the stars with.
20x38 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $721 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Branches of the Universe
“Branches of the Universe” Astrophotography on high gloss metal. The branches of the galaxy stretch out above the trees of the PNW. Nothing really beats getting out and camping in a beautiful dark area where the stars come out and shine in full force. It helps recharge the soul and get grounded with nature. I absolutely love stargazing after the campfire goes out and nothing but the stars are left shining above.
20x30 Shadow Mount Metal Print – $427 unframed
16x20 Giclée Metallic Paper Print – $90 each unframed
Additional sizes & materials available upon request.
Email SLRCurated@gmail.com to purchase and arrange for free delivery within 10 miles, pick up or shipping options
Eyes on Art
Painting by Zoe Christensen on display at Grateful Bread Bakery in Seattle, WA