How do I navigate this website?

Photos are accessed through the galleries button. To enlarge and view image information click on the photo of interest. Once the new window opens you can either return to the gallery or use the film strip option to the right for further viewing of images in the gallery. I recommend the slide show option for viewing. If you wish to purchase the photo, click the "View Options and Prices" button in the lower right corner of the screen. There you can select the print size of the photo and add it to your cart.

To license an image for publishing;

You can also create your own light box. The light box function allows you to place photos you like from individual galleries into a holding spot (the light box). To create a light box you will need to sign in with your email address and a password of your choice. Use the "Get a Quote" button for pricing information.

*Please be very detailed about the intended use.

Why should I use keywords?

Keywords are your best way to search a particular subject. Many images could easily fit into multiple galleries. Sunsets for instance. Using a keyword search "sunset" or simply clicking on "sunset" while viewing a sunset type image will load every type of image that was taken at sunrise or sunset. The same can be used for "volcano" etc...

Why are some older photos in the "Recent Photos Gallery"?

I have a vast collection of images that date back to the days of shooting slide film.

Many still need to be converted to digital. On occasion I'll add some of these photos to the appropriate gallery with in the "Recent Photos Gallery"

Why do my prints colors look different then on your website?

Computer monitors vary greatly. In most cases the colors are accurate. My monitors are color calibrated for photography work but, most aren't. The print you receive is true to the moment it was taken.

Why are your photos non standard sizes?

The majority of my images are uncropped. The full versions sell at 8x12, 12x18, 16x24, 20x30 and 24x36.

Cropped sizes are 5x7, 11x14 and 16x20.

*I highly recommend professional framing at your local frame shop*

What is Kodak Professional Metallic paper?

Click here for a detailed description

How long does it take to get my order and how do you ship?

It generally takes 1 to 2 weeks for open edition prints and 2 to 4 weeks for limited edition prints. Or after your payment clears. Which ever comes first. If I'm away and it will take longer, I'll notify you ASAP.

Large orders ship directly from the printer. This allows me to keep shipping costs low. Large orders ship via UPS.

Small orders ship via USPS Priority mail.

*Order size isn't an absolute science and will be determined on an order by order basis.

**International orders, please contact me prior to placing an order**

Why can't I view "Options and Prices"

This would be caused by your browsers Pop Up blocker. You will need to disable it. You can do this on a site by site basis. For example; In Firefox go to the "Tools" menu and clicking on "Options".

A pop up window will open. Click on "Content". You will see the option to block pop ups and an "Exceptions" button. You can either disable the option to block pop ups or or click on "Exceptions" and ad my website address as an exception.

How are your "Limited Edtions" printed?

There are two options for printing.

The first is a Giclee on canvas.

With this option you can either have it gallery wrapped or purchase the print on canvas only.

Second is Kodak Metallic paper mounted on foamcore.

*Limited editions are by size only. All come with a "Certificate of Authenticity" and they are signed and numbered.

**The "Fire and Ice" also includes a 12x18 print showing the sequence of shots leading to the final image. Plus a 8x10 photo biography.

Can I purchase prints of images not in the "Fine Art Gallery"?

Absolutely yes!

Click on get a quote and describe your request. Most likely I'll move a copy of the image into the appropriate "Fine Art Gallery".

Are your photos manipulated in photoshop?

Other then normal image processing like cleaning and minor color adjustments and sizing, absolutely no.

Photoshop is the modern day darkroom. I love it because unlike the past when having labs process my slides and relying on them to accurately portray the colors, I now am in control. Therefor the print is exactly as it was seen.

Can I use one of your images on my website for free?

This is a common question I get emailed to me daily. The quick answer is "Sorry but, no".

The images you see took many years of hard work to capture and lots of expensive equipment has been used.

Most importantly it would be morally wrong and bad business towards my paying clients who legally license my images for publication.

I found some errors on your website, do you want to know about them?

Yes, please do inform me.

Legal Information

All photographs and text © Bryan Lowry lavapix.com. Photos may not be reproduced, publicly displayed, distributed, or resold by any means, including electronic without prior written permission from Bryan Lowry. Any such use constitutes a violation of federal and international copyright law.

Do you take "Checks" or "Credit Cards"?

The preferred payment is by Credit Card. All Credit Card payments are through Paypal. They are the most trusted and secure form of online payment on the web.

You do not have to have an account to pay using Paypal.

Payment by check could delay shipping until the check clears.

Make checks payable to "Bryan Lowry".

Send checks to;

Bryan Lowry

74-5533 Luhia St

Suite B-1A PMB 448

Kailua Kona, HI 96740

Are your images "Royalty Free" or "Rights Managed"?

I only license my images "Rights Managed".