Martinsville Road Covered Bridge in Golden Light No. 1

The Story:     A quiet summer evening view of the Martinsville Road Covered Bridge in Clinton County, Ohio.  This lower perspective draws the viewer beneath the wooden structure and out to the open farm fields beyond—landscapes that have changed little since this bridge first spanned Todds Fork in 1871.  Built by Zimri Wall, in partnership with his brother Jonathan, this king post bridge marked the founding of their company, J & Z Wall and Company.  That small operation would grow into the Champion Bridge Company, still in business today.  Now 155 years later, both the bridge and the company it launched continue to stand—one in timber, the other in steel—as proud markers of Clinton County’s industrious spirit.

The Rest of the Story:  I’ve photographed many covered bridges across Ohio, but this one carries a different kind of weight.  It’s not just the last covered bridge in Clinton County… it’s the starting point of a company that would become part of local and national infrastructure history.  As I stood here on this early summer evening, the air was warm, the creek slow-moving, and the golden light settled gently on the aged wood and surrounding fields.  I thought about how Zimri and Jonathan Wall probably never imagined their first bridge would still stand over 150 years later—or that their little firm would become the Champion Bridge Company, now among the oldest continuously operating bridge builders in the country. Moments like this remind me how even humble structures can tell lasting stories.

I have more scenes from the local area under my Clinton County Ohio Art Prints.   If you’d like to see more nostalgic spots in Ohio, check out my Covered Bridge Art Prints.

 

Sublocation:   Clark Township

City, State:      Wilmington, Ohio

Year:                2022

Price range: $75.00 through $440.00

Product Description

A summer view of the Martinsville Road Covered Bridge with farm fields beyond, showcasing the historic 1871 structure built by the founders of Champion Bridge Company.

A quiet summer evening view of the Martinsville Road Covered Bridge in Clinton County, Ohio. This lower perspective draws the viewer beneath the wooden structure and out to the open farm fields beyond—landscapes that have changed little since this bridge first spanned Todds Fork in 1871. Built by Zimri Wall, in partnership with his brother Jonathan, this king post bridge marked the founding of their company, J & Z Wall and Company. That small operation would grow into the Champion Bridge Company, still in business today. Now 155 years later, both the bridge and the company it launched continue to stand—one in timber, the other in steel—as proud markers of Clinton County’s industrious spirit.
The Rest of the Story:
I’ve photographed many covered bridges across Ohio, but this one carries a different kind of weight. It’s not just the last covered bridge in Clinton County… it’s the starting point of a company that would become part of local and national infrastructure history. As I stood here on this early summer evening, the air was warm, the creek slow-moving, and the golden light settled gently on the aged wood and surrounding fields. I thought about how Zimri and Jonathan Wall probably never imagined their first bridge would still stand over 150 years later—or that their little firm would become the Champion Bridge Company, now among the oldest continuously operating bridge builders in the country. Moments like this remind me how even humble structures can tell lasting stories.

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12" x 18", 20" x 30", 30" x 45"
Media

Framed Giclee Canvas, Metal, Photo Paper

Framed Giclee Canvas Prints

My canvas prints originate from the highest quality equipment and techniques which produce an impressively vibrant and sturdy print.  Features of My Framed Giclee Canvas Prints include:
 

  • Light Weight:  Lacking the need of glass and matting, these canvas prints are light weight
  • More Print for Your Money:  Avoiding expensive glass and matting lowers costs
  • Archival:  The pigment inks are archival rated at 95 years
  • No Gallery-wrapped Hazards:  My framed giclee canvas prints avoid the hazards of traditional gallery wrapped canvas prints (print edges easily mar and the canvas tends to relax and warp).  My canvas is mounted to a solid surface so it will never warp and the outer frame protects the print’s edges.
  • Ready to Hang.  Your canvas print comes ready to hang with single wire fastened to two sturdy D-ring hangers (quality D-rings resist wire tension vice eye hooks).  We employ a plastic-coated wire which mitigates corrosion, prevents stray strands from puncturing a finger, and permits easier leveling of frame.  In paying attention to details, we also properly wire frame with some tension which ensures canvas hangs close to wall.
  • Optional Z-bar:  For larger prints (if requested), we employ a two-piece mounting cleat in lieu of a hanging wire.  In this option, the cleat attached to the back of the print fits securely over the reverse cleat that you attached to the wall.
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark.
  • Documentation:  I attached a certificate of authenticity to the back of each print.
  • Large Canvas Prints:  Though I can produce prints up to 40 x 60 inches, shipping in sizes 30 x 45 inches and above is expensive.  If you live in the Miami Valley, reach out to me about obtaining access to these larger print sizes.
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated boxes and shipping takes an additional 3 to 5 days.
A front and back image of my framed giclee canvas print presentation

Metal Prints

People are amazed by these metal prints…from the reactions I witness at art shows and exhibitions, I call them “eye candy”.  Dye sublimation prints offer the following characteristics:
 

  • Incredibly vibrant:  My prints start with a white gloss substrate which produces vivid colors and enthusiastic comments 
  • Extremely durable:  Our printer employs verified archival materials, so if handled properly the print will last over 100 years.  
  • Cleans easily:  If cleaning is required, owners can employ soft cloth.
  • Saves money:  Unlike paper prints which require protective glass, there is no need to cover the metal surface.  With no glass, there’s no longer a need for the expensive framing, matting and labor which drives up the cost for traditional paper prints.
  • Ready to hang:  We attach mounts to the back of the metal prints which provide gallery-preferred hang points, and elevates the print off the wall producing a floating effect.  
  • Optional Z-bar:  For larger prints (if requested), we employ a two-piece mounting cleat in lieu of a hanging wire.  In this option, the cleat attached to the back of the print fits securely over the reverse cleat that you attached to the wall. 
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark. 
  • Documentation:  I attached a certificate of authenticity to the back of each print.
  • Large Metal Prints:  Though I can produce prints up to 30 x 45 inches shipping is expensive.  If you live in the Miami Valley, reach out to me about obtaining access to these larger print sizes.  
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated boxes and shipping takes an additional 3 to 5 days. 
A front and back image of my metal print presentation

Photopaper Prints

People are amazed by these metal prints…from the reactions I witness at art shows and exhibitions, I call them “eye candy”.  Dye sublimation prints offer the following characteristics:
 

  • Archival:  Our printer employs verified archival materials, where the pigments are rated at 95 years provided the print is protected from UV Rays. 
  • Flexibility:  Ordering a print on photopaper allows clients to make their own framing and matting decisions for the ultimate customization experience. 
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark. 
  • Documentation:  I include a certificate of authenticity with each print.  Once you frame the print, your framer can attach it to the rear of the print.
  • Final Product:  I have dedicated shipping tubes to hold the print until your framer is ready to mount and frame the print.
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated shipping tubes which take an additional 3 to 5 days for shipping. 
A cardboard tube with white paper on top of it.

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