2025 in Review: New Collections, New Directions

A Look Back at 2025: Expanding the Gallery

Late in 2024, I made a conscious decision to expand the scope of what I offer at DaleKincaid.com. While photography remains a core foundation of my work, I wanted to make room for more variety — not just in subject matter, but in style, format, and creative approach. The idea was simple: create a gallery where there’s truly something for everyone, and for every place artwork can live.

One important shift in 2025 was expanding beyond photography alone. Alongside new photographic work, I began exploring digital art, illustrations, drawings, and digital painting, utilizing a blend of contemporary technology and artistic expression. This opened the door to new visual languages, reinterpretations of classic themes, and collections that feel both timeless and modern, while still staying rooted in storytelling and design.

Photography continued to grow as well. Over the course of the year, I added more than 250 new nature and landscape photographs, expanding existing collections and introducing fresh perspectives inspired by time outdoors and a continued appreciation for natural spaces.

By the end of 2025, the gallery had grown significantly. I added 10 new collections and over 3,700 new artworks, bringing the total available works to more than 7,000. Some additions came from direct requests, others evolved organically, and many grew out of ideas I’d been wanting to explore for some time. Below is a chronological look at the new collections and major additions introduced throughout the year.

January 2025 – A Curated Selection of Classic Art

The year began with one of the collections I’m most excited about. This curated selection of classic art includes 160 iconic works, spanning multiple eras and styles. From Renaissance devotion to the expressive color of Impressionism, each piece reflects the craftsmanship and historical significance of its time, offering art lovers a thoughtful place to explore timeless masterpieces.

Early 2025 – Wisdom and Inspiration

Early in the year, I expanded the Wisdom and Inspiration collection with 50+ new additions. This collection focuses on powerful quotes, poems, and prose presented through bold typography and mixed-media designs, created to offer moments of reflection for both home and office spaces.

May 2025 – Birds & Blooms: Ornithology and Botany

Inspired by spring, I introduced Birds & Blooms, a new collection of 320 ornithology and botany works. Featuring birds and florals in refined detail, this collection was created with nature lovers and elegant interior spaces in mind.

June 2025 – Household Inventions Patent Artwork

June brought the launch of a new patent collection featuring 422 vintage household inventions. From clever kitchen tools to bathroom essentials and cleaning devices, these restored patent drawings celebrate everyday ingenuity and make distinctive conversation pieces.

July 2025 – Patriotic Collection Additions

Around the Fourth of July, I added 30 new patriotic-themed works featuring American flags, iconic symbols, and expressions of national pride. This also set the stage for an upcoming 2026 project, America 250, which will honor the United States Semiquincentennial with 250 images planned.

September 2025 – Classic Car Ornaments, Emblems & Accents

In September, I introduced a new automotive-focused collection featuring 400 photographs of vintage car ornaments and emblem designs. This collection highlights the artistry and elegance found in classic automobile details, created for collectors and automotive enthusiasts alike.

October 2025 – Cocktail Wall Art

October saw the debut of Cocktail Wall Art, a curated collection of 50 classic cocktail illustrations. With mid-century modern styling and clean graphic design, these pieces combine mixology inspiration with stylish visual appeal.

November 2025 – Royal Hearts Majestic Playing Cards

Inspired by a local Queen of Hearts drawing, November brought Royal Hearts Majestic Playing Cards, a playful collection of 60 reimagined cards. Featuring Kings, Queens, Jokers, and more, each piece offers a whimsical, modern twist on classic card imagery.

Mid-November 2025 – Funny Poster Artwork

Also in November, I added a collection of 50+ funny posters, featuring witty, sarcastic, and laugh-out-loud designs across retro, pop art, vintage, and modern styles. These pieces were created to bring personality and humor into everyday spaces.

Bird’s-Eye View City Maps

This year also included 65 new additions to the Bird’s-Eye View City Maps collection, showcasing 19th-century panoramic city illustrations that celebrate history, architecture, and cartographic artistry.

Antique & Vintage Maps and Charts

I expanded the Antique & Vintage Maps and Charts collection with 250 new additions, featuring restored cartographic works from the 16th through 20th centuries, reproduced from original drawings, engravings, and illustrations.

Sports Inventions Patent Artwork

One of the largest additions of the year was a new collection of 800+ sports invention patents, covering everything from baseball and football to fishing, skiing, and weightlifting. These restored patent drawings celebrate innovation across a wide range of athletic pursuits.

Inventors and Inventions Patent Artwork

The Inventors and Inventions collection also grew with 50 new additions, highlighting vintage and everyday inventions pulled from the U.S. Patent Office archives.

Vintage Travel Posters

The Vintage Travel Posters collection expanded with 375 new posters, bringing the total to 664 destinations. These art-deco-inspired designs capture the romance and optimism of classic travel advertising.

Vintage Poster Classics

I added 75 new works to the Vintage Poster Classics collection, featuring historic advertisements, patriotic imagery, entertainment promotions, and classic beverage posters that reflect the charm of a bygone era.

December 2025 – Christmas Holiday Wall Decor

December introduced a festive new collection of 48 Christmas-themed paintings, featuring expressive Santas, regal Three Kings, and other seasonal icons.

December 2025 – Vintage Pin-Up Posters

More December fun followed with 240 vintage-inspired pin-up posters, blending modern digital illustration with nostalgic themes like beach scenes, diner culture, cowgirl flair, and classic glamour.

Late 2025 – Classic Digital Art Paintings

Late in the year, I introduced Classic Digital Art Paintings, a collection rooted in my passion for artistic exploration. These digital paintings blend contemporary technology with imagination to express my personal creative vision, resulting in visually striking and thought-provoking works. This collection is very much an ongoing project and will continue to expand throughout 2026, evolving as I explore new ideas while drawing inspiration from enduring artistic traditions.

December 2025 – Art Nouveau Design Series

I closed out the year with the Art Nouveau Design Series, a poetic collection of 216 images inspired by flowing curves, natural motifs, and romantic design. These digital illustrations merge contemporary techniques with classic Nouveau influences.

Wrapping Up 2025

Every collection added in 2025 represents a step toward building a more diverse, thoughtful, and flexible gallery — one that invites exploration rather than rushing decisions. You’ll find links above to each collection if something caught your interest, or you’re always welcome to browse the full gallery at DaleKincaid.com and see where the work leads you.

Looking ahead, 2026 already has plenty in motion.

Introducing A Timeless Collection of U.S. Patent Art

Patent Artwork by Dale Kincaid

 Introducing A Timeless Collection of U.S. Patent Art

Explore the world of invention and creativity with our exclusive collections of U.S. Patent artwork. Each piece is more than just a technical drawing — it’s a snapshot of human ingenuity, capturing the moment when groundbreaking ideas were brought to life. From Edison’s light bulb, Disney's iconic creations, to Tesla’s electrical innovations, these beautifully restored patent illustrations celebrate the visionary minds that shaped our world. Perfect for any space, this unique art blends history, design, and inspiration, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate both the beauty of art and the brilliance of innovation.

The patent registration process ultimately provides inventors with exclusive authority to make, use, sell, or offer their creations for a limited time. This legal protection fosters innovation and drives investment in research and development. A patent document not only serves as a legal record of an invention but also features detailed drawings or illustrations that visually represent the creation. These artistic renderings often possess intricate and aesthetically appealing qualities, turning them into valuable historical and technical artwork.

While browsing the new galleries of our meticulously restored patent artwork, you will find each piece showcases original drawings and illustrations sourced from the U.S. Patent Office archives, featuring notable inventions and designs that shaped modern society. This unique collection appeals to inventors, engineers, and big thinkers alike—those who appreciate the marriage of creativity and innovation. Our patent art offers versatility, with styles including vintage, antiqued, colorized, chalkboard drawings, and blueprint finishes, perfect for both corporate and personal spaces.

Patent art is not just decorative; it serves as a fascinating conversation starter as well. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an innovation lover, or have a passion for a specific hobby, these high-resolution prints make excellent gifts to elevate any space. From man caves, game rooms and dorm rooms to kitchens and offices, patent art brings ingenuity and beauty into everyday environments.

New patent galleries are regularly introduced to showcase renowned inventors whose patents cover diverse themes. These include transportation (automobiles, locomotives, airplanes, bicycles), technology (cameras, computers, smartphones, televisions), science (medical devices, renewable energy, space exploration), household items (light bulbs, refrigerators, washing machines), and entertainment (Sports, games, toys, musical instruments).

Visit these galleries today at DaleKincaid.com to explore the rich history behind these iconic inventions, and check back regularly for new additions to our growing collection of patent art.

Inventors and Inventions

Iconic Toys and Game Patents

Disney Patents

 

Capturing the Cosmic Dance:
My Journey to Photograph the Total Solar Eclipse of 2024

As I reflect on the past year, I'm overwhelmed with emotions, memories, and a sense of profound accomplishment. It's been a whirlwind journey filled with anticipation, preparation, and finally, the exhilarating experience of witnessing and photographing the celestial spectacle of a total solar eclipse.

As an avid photographer, I’ve always been drawn to celestial events that allow me to witness the grandeur of our universe. The total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, promised to be a rare and extraordinary moment, and I was determined to seize the chance to photograph the sublime dance of the Sun, Moon, and Earth through my lens. My family and friends shared their anticipation of seeing the images I would create. Suddenly, there were expectations for something I had never attempted before.

Research and Planning

My preparations started well in advance, a yearlong endeavor that required meticulous planning and research. I scoured articles, read books, and attended a Cuyahoga Valley Photographic Society presentation given by my friend David Watkins in November of 2023. His presentation was crucial in understanding the different phases of a solar eclipse as well as the gear, camera settings and filters needed. I give credit to Ron Skinner, longtime friend and tireless leader of the Cool Photo Ops group, for his information, guidance and inspiration.

There were two main events to prepare for: the partial phase (when the Moon starts covering the Sun) and totality (when the Sun is completely blocked). I needed to know the exact timing for my location. I compiled a complete list of the exact times, down to the second, ensuring that I would capture crucial images throughout the entire two and a half hour event.

Practice Runs

As the fateful day approached, excitement mingled with nervous anticipation. Would the weather cooperate? Cloudy, rainy days are typical this time of year in Northeast Ohio, but the forecast looked promising. Would all my preparations pay off? A couple of days leading up to the eclipse, I practiced photographing the Sun using a solar filter. Capturing the Sun’s details required precision, and I didn’t want any surprises on the big day. Little did I know that this seemingly straightforward task would prove more challenging than anticipated. Simply locating the Sun through the viewfinder proved to be a formidable challenge. And then came the intricate task of micro-focusing on the Sun which was most difficult. The Sun, in its relentless journey across the sky, proved elusive. Every 30 seconds, it shifted its position by half its apparent diameter. Maintaining precise alignment became a constant challenge to achieve correct exposure. 

The Day of the Eclipse

April 8th dawned with a clear and beautiful sky, promising an auspicious start to our eclipse adventure. By afternoon, thin clouds invaded the sky. It wasn’t the ideal situation, yet hope lingered. I knew even imperfect conditions could still yield successful results. With camera in hand and heart pounding with anticipation, my wife and I made our way to the chosen location outside my home where I had a pristine vantage point offering unobstructed views of the sun and sky. We had deliberately avoided the chaos of traffic and crowds, opting for the quietude of our familiar surroundings.

The journey from partial eclipse to totality was a delicate dance between patience and precision. As the Moon’s shadow encroached upon the Sun, I snapped away, adjusting my camera settings in-between. Each frame captured the gradual dimming. And then, in a breathtaking moment of totality, the world was plunged into darkness. Birds fell silent, stars emerged in the midday sky, and a sense of awe washed over me like a tidal wave. I removed the solar filter and began to capture the beauty and intensity of the eclipse – the corona ablaze with fiery light, the ethereal glow of the solar prominences, the surreal landscape bathed in an otherworldly twilight.

As the eclipse drew to a close and the sun emerged once more, I couldn't help but feel gratitude for the privilege of bearing witness to such a miraculous event, and a relief, knowing each frame I had captured was more than a photograph; it was a memory etched in light. 

The 2024 solar eclipse was more than just photographs. It was an experience that would stay with me for a lifetime. And as I look back on my yearlong journey to photograph the total solar eclipse of 2024, I am filled with a sense of profound gratitude for the opportunity to capture a moment of cosmic beauty and share it with the world.

Post Production

After transferring the images to my computer, I was happy to discover I had successfully captured the entire eclipse sequence. Admittedly, I stumbled slightly at the onset of totality, but  I regained my rhythm for the remainder of totality. A couple of effects that happen just before and after totality (Baily’s Beads and the Diamond Ring) were a little obscured by those thin clouds that were present. Imperfect yet magical, I did manage to capture them.

I selected 16 images to represent the visual chronicle of the eclipse. That was the easy part. But then came the creative part: how could I encapsulate the essence of the Great American Eclipse of 2024 in a handful of frames? Ideas swirled, each sparking another, and soon I found myself immersed in a whirlwind of possibilities. Nine distinct designs emerged—one eclipsing the other in brilliance. It was as if the cosmos whispered, urging me to create not just the celestial mechanics but also the intangible magic.

All of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse images are available to see and purchase prints and other products at the following link. Total Solar Eclipse 2024

Doors and Storefronts of Medina, Ohio

Medina, Ohio is a historic town with a charming square and many unique buildings. All around Medina Public Square, you will encounter some of the most interesting and quaint specialty shops and boutiques in the country. I wanted to capture the beauty and diversity of uptown Medina by creating a composite photograph using individual pictures of its doors and storefronts. I devoted a fall afternoon to walking around Medina Square, photographing more than 24 storefronts and doors.

In 1967, a group of Medina citizens concerned about the loss of character of the uptown area began a grassroots effort to return Public Square to its historic appearance. Today, the restored Public Square is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Looking up at the architecture of the buildings, you will see a Medina Public Square rich with stories about bygone times, creating a sense of nostalgia for visitors and residents alike.

Arriving home that late October afternoon, I downloaded the pictures to the computer. I was pleased to have captured so many great pictures, but I knew it would take a lot of work to edit each one. I was also far behind in my editing work from other photo shoots, so this project had to wait its turn. Finally, four months later, I completed the project I set out to do. The result is a stunning composite photographic series of doors and storefronts of Medina, Ohio, that reflects the historic and artistic charm of the town. The collection includes a vertical panoramic of 24 doors, a standard-sized vertical print of 16 doors, three horizontal prints of 8 doors each and 4 square prints of 6 doors each.

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 The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railway

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) is one of the oldest and longest scenic tourist excursion railways in the country. The train runs through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park from Independence to Akron.
The Cuyahoga Valley Railway began operations in 1880, transporting iron, coal and passengers from the Tuscarawas River Valley to Cleveland, Akron, and Canton. In 1989, a mutually beneficial partnership began for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Locomotive #6777 and #6771 approaches the train station at Indigo Lake. The train was built in Canada in 1959 by Montreal Locomotive Works. The CVSR purchased #6777 in 1994 and #6771 in April, 1993. The locomotives have a 12 cylinder 251, 1,800 horsepower diesel engine.

Part of the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railway's fleet is a California Zephyr trainset consisting of 5 stainless steel passenger rail cars, which were built in 1948 by the Budd Company in Philadelphia, PA.

Silver Solarium was built in 1948 by the Budd Company for the Chicago, Quincy & Burlington Railroad as CB&Q #377. It was one of the six dome/sleeper/observation cars specifically built for the California Zephyr. the Silver Solarium has been fully renovated and has been operating as a private car, delighting passengers with stunning views from its Vista Dome and observation lounge. The observation lounge seats 11 in classic railroad lounge chairs, and the Vista Dome car seats 24 in booth seating at tables. CVSR acquired the car in September, 2018.

The California Zephyr, also known as the Silver Lady, was a pioneer in luxury passenger train travel. Dubbed “the most talked about train in America,” the California Zephyr made its inaugural eastbound run on March 20, 1949 with service between San Francisco and Chicago that covered 2,525 miles and took an average of 2.5 days to complete.
The California Zephyr offered sophisticated dining experiences with linens and china; sleeping compartments that ranged from the elegant staterooms complete with bathrooms, showers, drawing rooms, and bedrooms, to the cozier “roomettes”; and Vista Dome cars with windows on every side—including the ceiling—to provide breathtaking panoramic views of the passing mountains, rivers, and countryside.
The California Zephyr operated as a passenger train for 20 years, and its 77 cars were later sold to different companies and private owners. Over the years, the majority of these stainless steel cars have all but disappeared from America’s railways, having been sold off, scrapped, or simply left in storage and fallen into complete disrepair. CVSR’s acquisition of the trainset will enable us to preserve a vital piece of our nation’s railway history that was at serious and imminent risk of being forgotten.

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Discovering the Vintage Charm of M D Garage

Step back in time and indulge in the nostalgic allure of M D Garage Gas Station nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. This hidden gem encapsulates the essence of a bygone era, offering a unique blend of automotive history and natural beauty. As you explore the vintage charm, witness the retro architecture that has stood the test of time, making M D Garage a must-see among historic landmarks.

The M.D. Garage is located in Boston Township, Ohio within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. It was built in 1946 by Marjan Dzerzynski as a Pure Oil gas station. The business closed in 1980 and was purchased and restored by the National Park Service in the late 1990s complete with period signage and gas pumps. The M. D. Garage stands now as an iconic piece of history within the Boston Mills Historic District.

Fuel your curiosity with a journey through the scenic beauty of Cuyahoga Valley while discovering the timeless appeal of this roadside attraction. M D Garage promises a trip down memory lane, making it a perfect destination for those seeking a glimpse into the past. Experience the magic of yesteryears, where every corner tells a story of automotive elegance and historic significance. Join us on a nostalgic journey to uncover the hidden gems of Cuyahoga, where M D Garage stands as a testament to a simpler, more charming era.

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 Tall Ships Wall Art Collection that Inspires

Embark on a visual voyage through a collection that encapsulates the timeless charm and grandeur of seafaring vessels. Each meticulously crafted piece captures the essence of these majestic ships photographed on the Great Lakes, allowing you to bring a touch of nautical splendor to your living space.

Immerse yourself in a stunning array of oceanic décor, where maritime photography transforms into awe-inspiring wall art. Our gallery exhibition proudly showcases the artistry of sailing vessels, making it a haven for enthusiasts and interior design aficionados alike. Elevate your surroundings with the mesmerizing interplay of sea and sail, as the curated selection seamlessly merges vintage nautical aesthetics with contemporary design.

Whether you're a seasoned sailor, an admirer of marine-themed décor, or someone seeking distinctive wall art inspiration, our tall ships collection offers a treasure trove of options. Let the intricate details and vibrant hues of ship prints whisk you away to the high seas, allowing you to bask in the beauty of seafaring adventures from the comfort of your home.

Click on the link below and indulge in the ambiance of coastal living with our decorative wall prints, carefully curated to infuse any space with a seafarer's delight. Transform your surroundings into a sanctuary of oceanic majesty, where each piece narrates a unique story of maritime heritage and elegance. Enhance your interior with the charm of sailboat artwork that evokes the romance and spirit of exploration.

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