New Book !! - Limited Time Presale Announcement !!!

* Books - The Lake Book is currently being shipped to my studio from Europe ETA late November. As soon as they arrive I will ship your Order.

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Damaged Prints or Book - My  priority is to make sure your receive your book in good condition. In the event damage occurs while shipping you need to notify ianruhter@mac.com within 48 hrs with photos of damage to box and item. Your new book will then be shipped out free of charge upon confirmation of shipping damages.

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Additional Book Info: The book features 174 pages two types of paper stocks at 150 gsm. The beautifully bound in a black woven cloth cover with matte silver foil text and elegantly sprayed black edges. Plus a breathtaking double-page pull-out that showcases the lake's stunning beauty. The design is intended to make it a striking centerpiece on your coffee table, ensuring it stands out among your collection. With a cover that features no text and elegant black sprayed edges, beautifully showcasing the unfiltered beauty of Lake Tahoe. This transforms the book into a unique work of art in its own right.

This journey began in Los Angeles, where I flourished as a commercial photographer, I became disenchanted by the digital manipulation of images and the misleading messages it sent, especially to young adults. This realization sparked a vision to embrace the artistry of handmade 19th-century film and to construct a camera from an entire delivery truck, allowing me to create a distinct signature in my work. The handmade nature of this process introduced beautiful imperfections that I came to cherish, highlighting the uniqueness of each image. In 2010, I made a significant leap, leaving behind all my jobs to return to my hometown of Lake Tahoe and chase this ambitious dream. After years of overcoming obstacles, I successfully transformed the delivery truck into a functioning camera, producing ultra large-scale wet plate collodion photographs in a format that was previously deemed impossible.For the past 14 years, I have focused the lens of this gigantic camera at the landscapes surrounding me, retracing the journey of my upbringing inLake Tahoe . I’ve come to recognize that mother nature is my first teacher and that all of creation is intricately connected to her. My journey has brought me back to the very place where it all began, deepening my appreciation for the vital role nature plays in our lives. It is my hope that this project and the accompanying book will inspire you to pursue your own dreams and rediscover the beauty in the place you call home.

The title "The Lake" symbolizes a place that holds a unique significance for each individual. Just as we refer to the moon as Earth's moon, I invite readers to interpret "the lake" as their own special haven. It’s a space where cherished memories with friends and family are created. For those who may not have a specific lake, I hope this book inspires you to seek out a meaningful spot in nature that feels like your own.

Throughout the book, you'll discover alchemical symbols and quotes that you can decode using the key provided at the back or within the photographs themselves. My goal was to create a book that offers new insights every time you pick it up—a collection that transcends mere visual beauty and encourages deeper reflection and exploration, be it physically or mentally.

Ian Ruhter’s artwork - has been collected and or commissioned by Gary Oldman, Cheryl Sandberg, Stewart Butterfield, Paul Sack, Angelina Jolie, and  Will & Carrie Singleton. His work is characterized by its authenticity and the use of 19th-century alchemical processes called wet plate collodion. His works have been exhibited in solo shows in New York and Los Angeles. Works have been shown at prestigious art fairs in London, Paris, Miami, UAE and Shanghai. He also participated in group shows at various museums, Ruhter was keynote speaker multiple events, and completed commission camera truck projects throughout the U.S., Canada, and as far off as the United Arab Emirates, cementing his status in the art world.

Ian always welcomed everyone to be part of the project. He also felt that access to his artwork should encompass the same principle and be available to all. This led to the idea of offering select works through his web site. This concept brought on the new release of a select series of archival pigment prints from The Lake collection. Ian’s intentions are to create inclusivity and accessibility for everyone to enjoy his artwork.

Note: (This release will not effect the archival pigment prints offered through the galleries I work with. Print editions are of 30 total. The gallery limited edition prints start at $6,000 depending on size and availability. Original Works (Wet Collodion Plates) are available. Price and info upon request -  ianruhter@mac.com