Swift Movements

Location: Central Nevada

After having the chance to photograph bald eagles in Alaska, they quickly became one of my favorite subjects. Their presence, power, and sheer grace in the wild left a lasting impression on me. But I never imagined I'd get the chance to photograph one again—let alone so close to home.

A few years later, while exploring the mountains outside Las Vegas—an area that first nurtured my love for the outdoors—I had an unexpected encounter. There, soaring against the desert sky, was a bald eagle. It felt surreal.

I quickly tried to get into position, eager not to miss the opportunity. In my rush, I misjudged a frozen stream and fell straight through the ice. Soaked, cold, and discouraged, I thought the moment had passed me by.

But nature had other plans.

Not long after, I came across the eagle again, this time just as it was taking off. The light was perfect, the motion fluid, and everything slowed for a split second. I captured the image just before the eagle disappeared from sight.

When I got home and reviewed the shot, something caught my eye—the eagle’s foot glowed an intense red. At first, I was puzzled. Then I realized—it was remnants of its meal, likely an eel or small fish, still clutched in its talons.

That little detail brought the moment full circle. What I thought I had lost became something even more unique. Swift Movements is more than a wildlife photo—it’s a reminder that persistence pays off, and that wild beauty can appear in the places closest to our hearts.

Every piece from Riley Clark Fine Art ships free and fully insured within the United States. Each order is made to order, inspected by hand, and packaged with care to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.

• Fine Art Paper prints are carefully rolled with acid-free protective sheets, then secured inside heavy-duty, crush-resistant tubes to prevent creasing or bending during transit.

• Framed and Canvas prints are wrapped in multiple layers of protective foam and corner guards before being boxed in double-walled cartons for maximum safety.

• Metal prints are packaged using padded spacers and custom-fit materials to keep them secure. For larger metal pieces, custom-built wood crates are used to provide additional protection and ensure stability throughout shipment.
  

Every shipment is fully insured from the moment it leaves the studio until it arrives safely at your door. In the rare event that your artwork is damaged during shipping, I will replace it at no cost to you. No returns required, no hassle — just a genuine guarantee that your art will arrive exactly as intended.

Your artwork should reach you the same way it left the studio: protected, beautiful, and ready to display for years to come.

Each piece is made to order, handcrafted with care, and created using archival materials. Estimated arrival dates shown at checkout already include these production timelines.

• Production Time: 2–3 business days
• Printed on museum-grade materials and inspected for color and quality before shipping.

Every piece is made to order, inspected by hand, and packaged for safe delivery.

If your artwork arrives damaged or with a production flaw, I’ll replace or remake it at no cost.

Because each print is custom-made, returns aren’t accepted — however, exchanges for preference or sizing can often be arranged within 14 days.

Please reach out and I’ll do my best to accommodate.