Seattle Neon
Immerse yourself in the fantastical colors, brilliant designs, and vibrant history of Seattle's rich neon sign collection--an astonishing array many consider one of the best in the world.Enjoy page after page of the Emerald City's extensive neon history with this full-color collection of more than 425 whimsical, outlandish, and downright spectacular signs by Seattle photographer and local history enthusiast Matt Hucke. From Aurora Avenue to White Center to Rainier Valley, Seattle Neon documents the familiar and the obscure, the historic and the new, with gorgeous photos from every neighborhood. Location information is provided for all signs, making this book the perfect resource for self-guided walking tours.
Eyes On Africa
Traveling around the Eastern countries of Africa has been a remarkable and enticing experience, but not much is as impressive as the facial expressions of the beautiful people emanating joy, peace, concern and simplicity. This book photographically attempts to capture a glimpse of those emotions. Having been born, reared, educated and practicing medicine for several years in Ohio, I found myself in San Francisco. Always fascinated by photography, my interests took me to capturing patterns and facial expressions. Basically self-taught, with some coursework at NY Institute of Photography, I've had the chance to shoot all over the country, Europe, Asia, Pacific Islands, all fantastic but the people, the sounds, the smells and the smiles I have encountered in Eastern Africa keep calling me back. It is my hope that my photographs can be enjoyed and express some element of my multi-sensorial encounters in this continent of age-old wisdom, beauty, healing and spiritual fortitude.
Eyes On Africa
Traveling around the Eastern countries of Africa has been a remarkable and enticing experience, but not much is as impressive as the facial expressions of the beautiful people emanating joy, peace, concern and simplicity. This book photographically attempts to capture a glimpse of those emotions. Having been born, reared, educated and practicing medicine for several years in Ohio, I found myself in San Francisco. Always fascinated by photography, my interests took me to capturing patterns and facial expressions. Basically self-taught, with some coursework at NY Institute of Photography, I've had the chance to shoot all over the country, Europe, Asia, Pacific Islands, all fantastic but the people, the sounds, the smells and the smiles I have encountered in Eastern Africa keep calling me back. It is my hope that my photographs can be enjoyed and express some element of my multi-sensorial encounters in this continent of age-old wisdom, beauty, healing and spiritual fortitude.
The Headshot Handbook
Unlock the secrets to capturing stunning headshots with "The Headshot Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Headshot Photography." Whether you are a budding photographer or a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide will take you through every aspect of headshot photography.Inside, you'll find expert advice on selecting the right equipment, mastering lighting techniques, and understanding the importance of angles and expressions. Learn how to create a comfortable environment for your subjects, enabling them to convey their best selves in every shot. The book has practical tips, step-by-step tutorials, and inspiring examples to elevate your photography game.From corporate professionals to actors and models, "The Headshot Handbook" covers diverse styles and approaches, ensuring you can meet clients' needs. Discover how to retouch and edit your photos perfectly, delivering high-quality results that stand out in today's competitive market.Transform your headshot photography with this indispensable resource and capture images that leave a lasting impression. Whether you aim to build a successful photography business or enhance your portfolio, "The Headshot Handbook" is your ultimate guide to achieving remarkable headshots every time.
The Headshot Handbook
Unlock the secrets to capturing stunning headshots with "The Headshot Handbook: A Complete Guide to Headshot Photography." Whether you are a budding photographer or a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide will take you through every aspect of headshot photography.Inside, you'll find expert advice on selecting the right equipment, mastering lighting techniques, and understanding the importance of angles and expressions. Learn how to create a comfortable environment for your subjects, enabling them to convey their best selves in every shot. The book has practical tips, step-by-step tutorials, and inspiring examples that will elevate your photography game.From corporate professionals to actors and models, "The Headshot Handbook" covers diverse styles and approaches, ensuring you can meet any client's needs. Discover how to perfectly retouch and edit your photos, delivering high-quality results that stand out in today's competitive market.Transform your headshot photography with this indispensable resource and capture images that leave a lasting impression. Whether you aim to build a successful photography business or enhance your portfolio, "The Headshot Handbook" is your ultimate guide to achieving remarkable headshots every time.
Il Dolce Far Niente
This book is a gorgeous, photographic ode to the magic of southern coastal Italy in the summer by renowned travel, fashion, and lifestyle photographer Lucy Laucht. A languorous August afternoon. That brilliant light and those impossible Mediterranean blues. The touch of sun on hot skin. And everywhere, the sounds of laughter and lighthearted conversation. Captured by photographer Lucy Laucht, these lyrical scenes of Naples, Ischia, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Puglia, Sicily, and the Aeolian and Egadi Islands are an ode to the Italian way of summer and that distinctly Italian art of sweet idleness.
They Did It With Their Clothes On
This book is a great reminder about "sex and seduction" on the Silver Screen in another time. The stars in these films have shined for a long time. And, yes, they sometimes did it with their clothes on!Tom Culver resides in Southern California. He had a long film and television career as a Set Costumer.He worked on many films such as MOBSTERS and TOWN AND COUNTRY which starred Warren Beatty, Diane Keaton, Gary Shandling and Charlton Heston among others.He also worked for director Mike Nichols on the film WHAT PLANET ARE YOU FROM? which starred Annette Bening and Gary Shandling, to name a few. Tom's television career is just as impressive, working on epic shows like THE LOVE BOAT and MURDER, SHE WROTE. He is also an author. His first book was a cookbook with recipes from the cast and crew of MURDER, SHE WROTE. All the proceeds from the book were donated to the AIDS Foundation. Tom is currently working on his third book, which is about the famous costume designer, Yvonne Wood.Tom is also a very talented singer and songwriter. Several of Tom's songs have been recorded and had successful airplay. When Tom isn't writing music, books, or singing you'll find him out in the garden with his faithful, four-legged companion, Se簽or Jack, a beautiful black and white, long-haired cat with an attitude!
New Coastal
Dreaming of life by the ocean? New Coastal: Where To Find It and How To Create It, takes you on an epic voyage around the USA and Australia. This beautiful, photo-filled hardback serves as an inspiration and compass for life lived by the sea. Written and photographed by interior designer Ingrid Weir, the pages transport you to coastal towns both near and far, from Big Sur in California and the islands of Hawaii to the Bay of Fires in Australia. Ship captains, artists, poets and pirates have long been drawn to the life of the sea. In New Coastal, we meet the modern-day incarnations of these renegade spirits, who have crafted original and authentic lives animated by the freedom of the ocean. In candid interviews, they share tips for secret spots and hideaways in their corner of the world - as well as where to find the best cup of coffee. Travelling from a romantic boathouse to a veranda overlooking the water and a bonfire picnic on the beach, Weir also shows how to create the coastal look for yourself, no matter where you live. Combining rustic charm with warm modernism, New Coastal takes you on an adventure to refresh your soul.
Sketches from a Disappearing World
Sketches from a Disappearing World shows an exploration in to the natural world and our relationship with it. Taken from a number of sketchbooks, these have been drawn from the animals themselves and from the imagination. Amy Dover has traveled from Norway to Thailand, New York to Copenhagen, Marrakech to London and Kuala Lumpur to Paris. This collection explores human and non-human animals relations, animal abuse, wildlife trafficking, extinction and perceptions of the world around us in the face of disappearing species.
The Wildlife Photography Workshop
The Wildlife Photography Workshop is a practical course written by two leading photographers who share their expert guidance and technical knowledge for photographing birds, mammals, plant life and close-up subjects such as insects.Photographic workshops are exceptionally popular, but not everybody has the time or budget to attend one in person. This 'workshop in book form' allows you to absorb the benefits of the workshop experience without actually being on location with the professionals.Topics include equipment, exposure, composition, lighting, close-up photography, birds, mammals, plant life and post-processing. Chapters dedicated to different types of wildlife give hands-on advice of how to locate, approach and photograph your subject using insider tricks of the trade. As well as a section of creative reader assignments for practical learning.
A House for Madi Mouse
A House for Madi Mouse is a beautifully illustrated storybook that will be sure to captivate your child's imagination and become a bedtime favorite.Madi Mouse loves the golden fields, but is starting to feel a chill in the air and thinks it might be a good time to look for a new place to live. She has an adventurous spirit, so she packs up all of her things and heads toward the big red barn. Follow along as she finds many places, but none of them are quite right. Will she EVER find the perfect place to call home?
A Landscape Photographer's Guide to Glacier National Park
This book is designed specifically for visitors to Glacier National Park with photography in mind. Its focus is to provide information on specific sites throughout the park (39 in total), including the times of day to be there for the best photographic results, what equipment to utilize, and which techniques to employ in order to capture "the shot." The author provides easy-to-read language and direct advice on all areas of this national park. His advice is suitable for all levels, beginner to professional photographers. With this resource, and other free online resources outlined within the book, the reader will be exactly equipped with the right amount of information required in order to complete his or her visit and return home with a remarkable portfolio of pictures to share with others. Contains reference maps and 123 photographs from within the park and its surrounding areas.
Face the Rain
Face the Rain: Mental Health Essentials is encouraging and motivating. It meets you where you are at and gives you a gentle nudge toward a better life. It gives hope and inspiration to live for a better day. Mental illness isn't easy to live with and we need all the encouragement that we can find. We need courage and support in our family, workplace and community. We need to summon a positive transparent approach to build upon in our own lives. Face the Rain: Mental Health Essentials is an uplifting hug of a read. There are others out there who suffer from things similar to your challenges. Together we can help each other with dignity to get better. We need to be gentle on ourselves yet keep learning to be empowered with the help of our professional and personal support networks. We can strive to nurture our minds with gentle yet tough resiliency. Decades of lessons learned in the mental health trenches are boiled down into these responsible mental health essentials. The inspirational photography adds a dimension of beauty with words of wisdom. Be encouraged and inspired on your mental health journey to a brighter future.
Nonhuman Photography
A new philosophy of photography that goes beyond humanist concepts to consider imaging practices from which the human is absent, as both subject and agent. Today, in the age of CCTV, drones, medical body scans, and satellite images, photography is increasingly decoupled from human agency and human vision. In Nonhuman Photography, Joanna Zylinska offers a new philosophy of photography, going beyond the human-centric view to consider imaging practices from which the human is absent. Zylinska argues further that even those images produced by humans, whether artists or amateurs, entail a nonhuman, mechanical element--that is, they involve the execution of technical and cultural algorithms that shape our image-making devices as well as our viewing practices. At the same time, she notes, photography is increasingly mobilized to document the precariousness of the human habitat and tasked with helping us imagine a better tomorrow. With its conjoined human-nonhuman agency and vision, Zylinska claims, photography functions as both a form of control and a life-shaping force. Zylinska explores the potential of photography for developing new modes of seeing and imagining, and presents images from her own photographic project, Active Perceptual Systems. She also examines the challenges posed by digitization to established notions of art, culture, and the media. In connecting biological extinction and technical obsolescence, and discussing the parallels between photography and fossilization, she proposes to understand photography as a light-induced process of fossilization across media and across time scales.
Julia Margaret Cameron
A bold new study of Julia Margaret Cameron's Victorian photographs, charting the legacy of colonialism following the 1857 Indian Uprising. Julia Margaret Cameron, the celebrated Victorian photographer, was a child of the colonies. Born in 1815 in Calcutta, she was the daughter of a governing official of the East India Company. After relocating to London in 1848, Cameron was embraced by other British expatriates and a celebrated cultural network. This circle included literary personalities like Thackeray and Tennyson, painters and critics associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and political figures like Thomas Babington Macaulay and Lord Lansdowne. In 1857, Indians rebelled against British rule, and in London, Cameron became absorbed by news of the Uprising. In the aftermath of the revolt, national and imperial politics transfixed England, some seven years before Cameron took up photography. The impact of those forces, and the inspiration of the literary, artistic, and political works produced by her circle, influenced her earliest imagery. Through close readings of these photographs, which she assembled in photographic albums, this book exposes how Cameron embedded in her work a visual rhetoric of imperial power. Distributed for the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Australian Women's Historical Photography
Australian Women's Historical Photography: Other Times, Other Views examines the photographs produced by six talented women photographers against the historical backdrop of settler violence towards Indigenous Australians, the First Women's Movement, the Great War of 1914-1918, Australia's imperial occupation of New Guinea, the final years of Chinese Nationalist Party rule in China and debates about photography's status as an art form. Women's works from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries have been down-played or even ignored in existing accounts of Australia's cultural history, and this study is aimed at rectifying this situation. At the same time, the book demonstrates why amateur works are just as important as commercial works to our understanding of the past. ● Methodologically, the book draws on scholarship from history, art history, anthropology, sociology, gender studies and cultural studies to create an interdisciplinary critical framework that will be of interest to a broad range of academic and archival researchers. It is also a framework that is critically sensible of its own groundings in the postcolonial and feminist present thereby reflecting what is meaningful at any given historical moment. ● Finally, this book responds to the pronounced lack of visibility of Australian realist, documentary and commercial women's works. The few histories of Australian women's photography that exist pay more attention to modernist and contemporary works, and when they do mention earlier women photographer's works, they seldom go into much detail. They also ignore the works of the earliest Indigenous women photographers, women who traveled and made photographs abroad. By presenting a carefully contextualized and detailed study of works by six Australian women photographers who worked in the late colonial era and whose works in all sorts of small and surprising ways chronicled the impacts of some of the periods more disturbing as well as enlightened events, we will not only add to knowledge of Australian women's photography, we will also broaden and enrich the frames of women's photography and Australian history more generally.
Bettina Rheims. 40th Ed.
Since her first photographs in the late '70s, Bettina Rheims has defied the predictable. From her series on Pigalle strippers (1980) to her cycle on the life of Jesus in I.N.R.I. (1998), from Chanel commercials to Gender Studies (2011), her work has shaken up traditional codes of representation and pushed restlessly at the breaking point between two great human preoccupations: beauty and imperfection.This Rheims retrospective showcases more than 300 photographs from 35 years of daring, often defiant photography. Personally selected and assembled by Rheims, the collection brings together renowned series such as Chambre close, H矇ro簿nes, and Rose, c'est Paris. Spanning commercial work and artistic series, the retrospective impresses with each turn of the page, as much for the strength of each image as for the thrilling variety of Rheims's subjects and aesthetics. With equal attention to anonymous subjects cast in the street as to global celebrities including Kate Moss, Madonna, Monica Bellucci, Claudia Schiffer, and Naomi Campbell, the book showcases Rheims's particular interest in female fragility and strength, and of the magic encounter between model and artist which disrupts codes of so-called eroticism to build up a new image system for womanhood.
Fortitudinous Women
"Fortitudinous Women" presents an exciting compilation of photographs showing women of color promoting "Black Culture". With 150 photographs by models from the United States, the Caribbean, Germany, South America, Nigeria and Cameroon, this book shows women of color in elegant, strong and powerful poses. The different styles in makeup, hair styling and fashion for Black women are exciting; "Black Culture" is emulated all over the world.The poem and articles provide some food for thought and accompany the strong visual representation of fortitudinous women.
Look at the U.S.A.
A personal chronicle of post-9/11 America, at war and at home. Through reportage and memoir, in photographs and words, Look at the U.S.A. documents the major fault lines that have defined this era, beginning with the war in Iraq and ending with the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.Fueled by ideology, insecurity, ambition, and a deep fascination with war, Peter van Agtmael began documenting America's war in Iraq in 2005. So began a photographic odyssey that would span more than two decades generating work that grew from a deep need to understand and peel back the layers of his troubled society.Confronting the mythologizing of war and seductive nature of conflict on the American psyche, Look at the U.S.A. explores the disconnect between the intergenerational wars and the home front, juxtaposing American troops in combat with their grieving families at home and the recovery of the wounded. As the book's narrative progresses, the gaze begins to widen, to the imprints of nationalism, the election of Donald Trump, militarism, and race and class on American society.Layered with van Agtmael's personal accounts, observations, and interviews with those he has encountered on his journey, Look at the U.S.A. is a damning, sometimes ironic critique that will make it one of the seminal photobooks on war.
Bridges
Bridges is a long poem that wends its way through the structures that cross the R穩o de La Plata / River between Buenos Aires and its suburbs, creating a spatio-temporal reality in which biographical situations are interwoven with political events. The concrete presence of the bridges, with names such as Pueyrred籀n, La Noria, Avellaneda, among others, marks the limits of the capital city and the beginning of the periphery surrounding it, characterized by a vastly different landscape. In Genovese's historical memory, many scenes from her childhood and adolescence merge with the revolts and uprising of the Peronist working class and the repressive military dictatorship.---Buenos Aires is sometimes said, with a shrug or a wistful sigh, to "turn its back" on its river: as if the city goes about its business without a palpable sense of communion with the water that defines it. Alicia Genovese's long poem Puentes, tenderly translated by Daniel Coudriet as Bridges, does the very opposite. In one evocative scene after another, Genovese crosses both literal and metaphorical bridges to explore the transformations in a landscape, a family, an era, and a self over time, uttering "nomenclatures / that refuse / the anonymity / of a non-place / and affirm / a unique space / with a skidding / of images passed by, / returned in perception." Coudriet's translation of this rich work flows along as whole and complex as the body of a river: gentle, formidable, sonorous, full of surprises.-Robin MyersAlicia Genovese's poignant meditation on bridges understands them in all their complexity-sometimes as link, sometimes as obstacle, always as "both precarious and solid." Holding the sweet and the bitter gracefully suspended on either side, Genovese probes our imperfect impulse to connect and to keep moving, to find solutions that then turn into problems. "A bridge is a leap and an ellipsis," she tells us. Rarely has this in-between space been so movingly limned.-Donna Stonecipher
Bangkok Through the Looking Glass
View Bangkok, Thailand through the lens of celebrated photographer Hae Won Shin.
Louis Carlos Bernal: Monograf穩a
A landmark survey of one of the most significant American photographers of the twentieth century Best known for his intimate portrayals of barrio communities of the Southwest United States, Louis Carlos Bernal made photographs in the late 1970s and 1980s that draw upon the resonance of Catholicism, Indigenous beliefs, and popular practices tied to the land. For Bernal, photography was a potent tool in affirming the value of individuals and communities who lacked visibility and agency. Working in both black and white and in color, he photographed the interiors of homes and their inhabitants, often presenting his subjects surrounded by the objects they lived with--framed portraits of family members, religious pictures and statuaries, small shrines festooned with flowers, and elements of contemporary popular culture. Bernal viewed these spaces as rich with personal, cultural, and spiritual meaning, and his unforgettable photographs express a vision of la vida cotidiana--everyday life--as a state of grace. The first major scholarly account of Bernal's life and work by the esteemed historian Elizabeth Ferrer, Louis Carlos Bernal: Monograf穩a is the definitive book about an essential photographic artist. Copublished by Aperture and the Center for Creative Photography, Tucson
Walk with Me: Hamptons
From Susan Kaufman, the author and photographer of Walk With Me: New York, comes a book showcasing the allure and beauty of the homes and streets of the Hamptons. The Hamptons has an international reputation as a glamorous summertime playground for the rich and famous, with mega-mansions hidden behind expertly manicured walls of privet. But there is another side of the East End that is more down-to-earth and magical in every season. This is the Hamptons that readers will come to know, love, and celebrate in Walk With Me: Hamptons. Experience the charming and historic side of the Hamptons: its classic shingle houses, cozy, rose-covered cottages, roadside farm stands filled with fresh produce and flowers, centuries-old windmills, quaint inns and indie shops, fields of wildflowers, hydrangea-filled gardens, cornfields, and, of course, the beautiful beaches. The Hamptons are a perfect combination of natural beauty and stunning architecture that will always make it a unique and alluring destination. This gorgeous book showcases what makes the Hamptons so special and makes a perfect housewarming gift. Includes Color Photographs
The Tlingit in Sitka
A rare window into the changing lives of Alaska Natives between the late 1800s and 1920sLured north by the Klondike gold rush, Elbridge W. Merrill settled in Sitka, Alaska, and took up a career as a professional photographer. Merrill developed a good rapport with the town's Indigenous Tlingit community, and his images of the Tlingit provide an invaluable historical and ethnographic record of their daily lives, religious life, and art.Sergei Kan presents a first-ever collection of Merrill's photographs, which includes images of important Tlingit events like funerals and a famous ku.矇ex'(potlatch), commissioned portraits, and subsistence activities and other scenes of everyday life. Respected and admired by Sitka's entire multiethnic community, Merrill also photographed locals with Russian-Alaska Native ancestry and Euro-American backgrounds and expressed a passion for Alaska's spectacular settings through images of nature. Drawing on forty-five years of research, Kan complements the collection with an expert biography of Merrill while analyzing the ways he portrayed Sitka's Indigenous people.Illustrated with 150 images, The Tlingit in Sitka invites readers to discover images of Tlingit life in early colonial history and the artist who dedicated his life to recording it.
The Group for Mutual Improvement
The black and white photographs in The Group For Mutual Improvement were taken in a vacant lot behind photographer Jordan Baumgarten's home in Philadelphia.Over a period of 10 years, Baumgarten and his neighbours spent much of their time together in this lot. His book is a document of these gatherings. The title is drawn from the Junto, also known as the Leather Apron Club-- a diverse group of individuals Benjamin Franklin brought together in colonial era Philadelphia for the purpose of mutual improvement. They would gather in a tavern to debate questions of morals, politics, current events, philosophy, and local businesses. Baumgarten's group was much less formal but the discussions no less vital.
Steve McCurry. Animals
In Animals, we discover a different side to the famed photographer who skillfully explores animals' complex relationship with humans and the environment.Tenderness abounds, particularly in scenes of unkempt street dogs sleeping contentedly next to a human. But there's also a kind of essential solitude, with animals belonging to no one and simply wandering through life with only their survival instincts to guide them. We witness camels caught in the crossfire during the first Gulf War; a shepherd from Northern Pakistan tenderly feeding his goats; Beverly Hills designer dogs; race horses on a Hong Kong rooftop; an elephant in Thailand, and more images selected by McCurry from his vast archives.Through McCurry's lens, we discover an appreciation for each creature's beauty and silent dignity. This kaleidoscopic collection is at once a beautiful travelogue and a touching tribute to the creatures who share our planet.
Harry Benson. the Beatles
In early 1964, photographer Harry Benson received a call from the photo editor of London's Daily Express, who asked him to cover the Beatles' trip to Paris. It was the beginning of a career-defining relationship, which would both make Benson's name and produce some of the most intimate photographs ever taken of the Beatles. In Paris, Benson captured the Fab Four in the midst of a pillow fight at the George V Hotel, a spontaneous moment which came to epitomize the spirit of the band--Benson himself has called it the best shot of his career. Later that year, he followed the group on the road for their debut U.S. tour, documenting their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, their surprising encounter with Cassius Clay, and the hysteria of New York Beatlemania. Benson also photographed George Harrison's honeymoon in Barbados, documented the Beatles on the set of their debut movie A Hard Day's Night, and was present on the now infamous 1966 tour when John Lennon said that the Beatles were "more popular than Jesus." This pocket-sized edition brings back the best of Benson's luminous black-and-white Beatles portfolio. Complemented by quotes and newspaper clippings from the period, an introduction by the photographer himself adds exciting personal testimony to these iconic images of the greatest band in musical history.
Zanele Muholi: Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness, Volume II
The highly anticipated second volume to the widely acclaimed and celebrated self-portrait series, Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness In Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness, Volume II, Zanele Muholi explores and expands upon notions of Blackness, and the myriad possibilities of the self. Since the publication of the first volume in 2018, Muholi has continued to photograph themself in a range of new international locations. Drawing on different materials or found objects referencing their environment, a specific event or lived experience, Muholi boldly explores their own image and innate possibilities as a Black individual in today's global society, and--most important--speaks emphatically in response to contemporary and historical racisms. Ren矇e Mussai, curator and historian, brings together written contributions from more than ten curators, poets, and authors, building a poetic and experimental framework that extends the idea of speculative futures and the potentiality of multivalent selves. Powerfully arresting, this collection further amplifies Muholi's expressive and radical manifesto. As they state in the first volume, "My practice as a visual activist looks at Black resistance--existence as well as insistence."
Tattoo Design Book - Demonology
Unleash the Dark Majesty of the Infernal Realms with "Tattoo Design Book - Demonology"Dive into the depths of the netherworld with our meticulously curated collection of demonic entities. "Tattoo Design Book - Demonology" offers a unique glimpse into a world where power and mystique reign supreme. This comprehensive volume features 24 uniquely detailed demons, each placed within a carefully structured hierarchy that unveils the complexities and powers embedded in ancient lore.Stunning Full-Color Illustrations on a Dramatic Black BackgroundExperience the vibrant intensity of each demon, rendered in full color against a stark black background that enhances the visual impact. The vivid portrayal brings each character to life, highlighting intricate details and the rich symbolism associated with each figure.Detailed Descriptions and Symbolic InsightsEach demon is accompanied by an in-depth description that explores its unique attributes and historical significance. Learn about the powers, myths, and cultural impact of these formidable figures, making each tattoo design not only a piece of art but also a story woven with the threads of ancient knowledge.Premium Quality MaterialsCrafted for enthusiasts and professional artists alike, this book is printed on premium paper that ensures high durability and optimal color display. The soft matte cover not only adds a touch of elegance but also provides a comfortable tactile experience as you explore the pages.Ideal Size for Reference and InspirationThe book measures 8.5x11 inches, making it the perfect size for easy handling and viewing. Whether you're planning your next tattoo or seeking inspiration for new artwork, this size combines convenience with functionality.Highlights Include: 24 Detailed Demon Portraits: Each crafted with aesthetic precision and symbolic depth.Hierarchical Arrangement: Offering a structured insight into the powers that govern the infernal realms.Full-Color Illustrations: Making each page a visual feast that captivates and inspires.High-Quality Matte Finish: Ensures that each page presents the artwork in the best possible light.Educational and Inspirational: Perfect for tattoo artists, enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by demonology and mythological lore.Your Ultimate Guide to Demonic ArtistryWhether you are a seasoned tattoo artist or a connoisseur of mythological artwork, "Tattoo Design Book - Demonology" is your essential companion. This book not only serves as a tool for artistic inspiration but also enriches your understanding of each demon's historical and cultural background.Don't miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind resource. Perfect for personal use or as a gift for the tattoo enthusiast in your life. Elevate your artistic library with a copy of "Tattoo Design Book - Demonology" and embrace the art of darkness with style and knowledge.
Kilometers Back
Kilometers as a unit of length equals 1000 meters; as a symbol, it serves Juan Camilo to tell a story through images about the multiplicity of those realities he finds on the road. Photography, as a testimonial tool of objective and subjective realities, allows us to be part of this journey undertaken by the author of this book in different territories; and to be companions of this adventure, to recognize the beauty, diversity, and richness of the peoples of America.
Tulips
New concept of Plant Portrait: a celebration of the distinctive qualities of each flower species, encompassing a wealth of knowledge and providing boundless inspiration Eye-catching design, perfect for collectors and coffee tables. Ideal gift: Long-lasting alternative for flower lovers.The tulip is undoubtedly one of the favorite flowers of Europeans. Therefore, it deserves its own title in the outstanding "Floramour" series. This series is aimed at all flower enthusiasts and dedicates a photo book specifically to one variety in a new and refreshing way. In a unique manner, authors Karin Greiner and Simone Braun manage to capture and convey the graceful character and aesthetics of the tulip in "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen".In a magnificent homage, the photo book "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen" pays tribute to this beloved flower. In addition to beautiful photographs, this coffee table book offers its readers an engaging all-around view of this powerful ornamental plant with informative texts and detailed drawings.Tulips are commonly considered a symbol of prosperity and luxury. In the 17th century, these floral beauties attained a particularly high status in the Netherlands and sparked a veritable tulip mania throughout Europe. At times, the flower bulbs even took on a currency-like character. Tulip breeding became a respectable endeavor, and it is hardly surprising that this led to an impressive diversity of over 4200 tulip varieties.The informative photo book succinctly discusses the cultural history of the plant. Tulips symbolize beginnings. They are among the heralds of spring in nature and definitively mark the end of winter with their arrival. Even after being cut, they continue to grow and embody vitality like few other flowers.For all tulip fans and flower lovers, "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen" is an inspiring portrait and a fitting gift that not only dazzles with stunning images but also boasts a wonderful visual presentation. For those who already own previous "Floramour" titles, adding "Tulips" will stylishly expand their collection.
Women’s Camera Work
Women's Camera Work explores how photographs have been and are used to construct versions of history and examines how photographic representations of otherness often tell stories about the self. In the process, Judith Fryer Davidov focuses on the lives and work of a particular network of artists linked by time, interaction, influence, and friendship-one that included Gertrude K瓣sebier, Imogen Cunningham, Dorothea Lange, and Laura Gilpin.Women's Camera Work ranges from American women's photographic practices during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to a study of landscape photography. Using contemporary cultural studies discourse to critique influential male-centered historiography and the male-dominated art world, Davidov exhibits the work of these women; tells their absorbing stories; and discusses representations of North American Indians, African Americans, Asian Americans, and the migrant poor. Evaluating these photographers' distinct contributions to constructions of Americanness and otherness, she helps us to discover the power of reading images closely, and to learn to see through these women's eyes.In presenting one of the most important strands of American photography, this richly illustrated book will interest students of American visual culture, women's studies, and general readers alike.
Larry Sultan & Mike Mandel: Evidence
The canonical 1977 American photobook returns to print in a new, definitive edition that most closely resembles the originalIn 1977, American photographers Larry Sultan (1946-2009) and Mike Mandel (born 1950) published a book of photographs titled Evidence. The book was the culmination of a two-year search through the archives of 77 government agencies, educational institutions and corporations, including General Atomic Company, Jet Propulsion Laboratories, the San Jose Police Department and the United States Department of the Interior. The original pictures were made as objective records of activities unfamiliar to the lay public: the scenes of crimes, aeronautical engineering tests, industrial experiments and other subjects. Sifting through some two million images, Mandel and Sultan assembled a careful sequence of 59 pictures. The book was thoughtfully designed to depict the photographs in terms of their "documentary" origins, unaccompanied by identifying captions. Faced with a world of mysterious events and unfathomable activities, the reader is confronted with only the sequential narrative imagery of the book and thus must actively participate in creating its meaning.Following a revised edition of the book in 2003 and a 2017 reprint--both of which sold out quickly and have become highly collectible--Evidence is back in print nearly 50 years after its initial publication. This new, definitive edition features revelatory new scans--many made from the original negatives--which greatly enhance the eerie objectivity conveyed by the book's title. In many cases, the original negatives revealed that crops had been made to the image by the agencies; the complete images are restored here. The jacketless, library-style binding of the original 1977 edition is also restored, further underscoring its impersonal documentlike character and its canonical status.
Clark Winter: Birds
A photographic tribute to the intricate ornithological illustrations of the 18th and 19th centuriesConsisting of images photographed from the pages of antique ornithological volumes, this book is Clark Winter's tribute to the glorious world of exotic birds. In the 18th and 19th centuries, explorers wandered the planet in search of the unknown, sometimes traveling for years with little communication and guidance. When they returned home with specimens of hitherto unknown species of flora and fauna, people were astounded by such visual extravagance. Of birds in particular, their shapes, intricate color patterns and feathers were overwhelming--alternatively described as divinely inspired or the result of evolution and the battle for survival: a debate that continues to this day. With documentation of their intricate hand-colored illustrations, Birds is a testament to this lost sense of awe, one difficult yet not impossible to access in today's connected world.
Night Fever: Film and Photography After Dark
A homage to the beguiling, evocative nighttime hours, consisting of photography portfolios, film stills and essaysThe first significant publication of its kind, Night Fever is a lavishly illustrated compendium of artist portfolios and essays that consider the unique conditions of the nighttime world and its transgressive and transformational possibilities. The book comprises 20 photography portfolios by a diverse, international and intergenerational group of artists as well as 21 essays about films made during and about the night. Together, the films, photo portfolios and essays gathered in the volume testify to the fact that there is no single night; for each person, place or group, night's threshold, its liminal edge, is ever-changing.Artists include: David Goldbatt, Dayanita Singh, Dhruv Malhotra, Evgenia Arbugaeva, Katsumi Watanabe, Kohei Yoshiyuki, Lieko Shiga, Malick Sidib矇, Martina Mullaney, Ming Smith, Mosa'ab Elshamy, Myriam Boulos, Paz Errazuriz, Rinko Kawauchi, Sanl矇 Sory, Sohrab Hura, Stephen Barker, Suwon Lee, Tobias Zielony, Trevor Paglen.
Bryan Adams: Hear the World
Portraits of Hear the World's celebrity ambassadors past and present, from Harry Belafonte to Kelly Clarkson Dive into the world of conscious hearing with Hear the World, a book by musician and photographer Bryan Adams (born 1959) for the Hear the World Foundation, featuring over 120 portraits by Adams of renowned ambassadors for the foundation. Julianne Moore, The Weeknd, Bruce Springsteen, Priyanka Chopra, Jared Leto, L矇a Seydoux and Lenny Kravitz--these are just some of the subjects from the worlds of film, theater, music, fashion and beyond whom Adams has photographed. The Hear the World Foundation supports children with hearing loss in low- and middle-income countries; Adams began collaborating with the foundation in 2007. With each subject striking their own distinct Hear the World pose, the publication is a collection of individuals united in their support for preserving and cherishing our ability to hear.
Shattered Psyche V2(4)
"Shattered Psyche: Volume 2(4)"Artists are powerful alchemists that masterfully illustrate the language of the unconscious mind. No matter their medium, they create bridges between observers and the depths of the psyche, evoking a myriad of sensations.In this mesmerizing anthology, we delve into magical realms crafted by visionary artists. Vol 2(4) showcases a diverse array of talent, weaving together photographic marvels and multimedia wonders. Let us introduce you to the brilliant minds behind these captivating creations: Yang Lijie (杨礼杰): Through the lens of his camera, Yang Lijie turns reality into poetic imagery. His photographic creations not only transform our perception of reality but also provoke viewers to contemplate its essence.Broken Villages: Their mission revolves around storytelling, with a particular focus on the vibrant and historically significant town of Soweto in Johannesburg, South Africa. Through their artistic lens, they communicate the rich narrative of Africa to the world.Marten Hoyle: A master of light and shadow, Marten Hoyle's lens reveals the delicate dance between reality and illusion. His photographs beckon us to explore the edges of our perception.Mohamed Ou矇draogo: From the heart of Africa, Mohamed Ou矇draogo's lens celebrates life's vibrant tapestry. His work invites us to celebrate diversity, resilience, and the human spirit.S. Chandrasekaran: Through the lens of Chandrasekaran, we witness the poetry of everyday moments. His photographs evoke nostalgia, curiosity, and a sense of wonder.Rati Banga Pala: Through her lens, Rati captures the essence of the present moment in its purest form. Her photographs reveal her current reality to the world, inviting us to fully embrace each fleeting instant.Joe Mykut: Joe's lens dances with color and texture. His photographic work invites us to explore the interplay of light, form, and emotion.Samantha Moldovan: Samantha's lens reveals the beauty of circumstance. Her photographs cause us to understand that liberation lies not only in physical escape but also in the flight of imagination, compassion, and advocacy.Marie Moldovan: As curator and artist, Marie Moldovan weaves these threads together. Her lens bridges worlds, inviting us to explore what we truly see in the world around us.Pita Black: "Deconstructed" invites us to pause, consider, and perhaps reclaim what we've discarded. It reminds us that reality isn't neatly packaged; it's messy, fragmented, and often hidden behind closed doors."Shattered Psyche: Volume 2(4)" is more than an anthology; it's an invitation to explore the liminal spaces where art and consciousness intersect. Dive in, lose yourself, and emerge transformed.Discover the magic within these pages, where art whispers truths that words alone cannot convey.
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In diesem Buch geht es um talentierte und kreative Menschen, die die Welt aus anderen Perspektive sehen. Es stellt K羹nstler, Designer, Fotografen uns Experten der franz繹sischen K羹che vor. Jeder von Ihnen hat seine eigene Geschichte, die fasziniert und motiviert. Diese Menschen sind sehr unterschiedlich, aber sie haben eines gemeinsam: jeder von Ihnen ist von Frankreich und der franz繹sischen Kultur inspiriert.
Syzygies
A Syzygy is a nearly straight-line configuration of three celestial bodies in a gravitational system, such as the alignment of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth during a solar eclipse. Syzygies-Capturing the Hiding Sun features in-depth tutorials and metadata so that you may learn to shoot eclipses like a professional astrophotographer.Syzygies-Capturing the Hiding Sun, is the latest book by world-renowned astrophotographer Glenn Sturm. Syzygies is the first book of its kind in that it reveals the actual settings used to capture every shot in the book. Section five is a complete how-to that meticulously details the process of photographing a solar eclipse that anybody can follow.
Mountain Rescue Vehicles
Mountain search and rescue is one of the most demanding rescue activities of them all. It take place under very severe and often dramatic conditions like high altitude, snow and ice, crevasses, glaciers and avalances. It is the stuff of real heroic acts and romance. The occassional demand for assistance, but on a larrge scale, is then often carried out by volunteers, mainly locals due to the demand for local area and climate knowledge. This book is mainly focusssed on the Alps, but also visits outher European mountaineous areas. The special conditions has led to the development of specialized equipment and the most visible is the widespread use of helicopters which have a high degree af maneouverability in inacessible terrain and ability to carry a payload. The helicopter services work together with traditionsl ground based teams and sometimes move these teams to the search area. Helicopters swiftly move injured persons to a medicsl facility. Professional mountain rescue services are quite common near tourist resorts like ski resorts where there is a regular demand. The authors have made a similar book on American Air Rescue and the styles have both similarity and differences between the two continents. We hope the reader will enjoy our selection of photos.
Syzygies
A Syzygy is a nearly straight-line configuration of three celestial bodies in a gravitational system, such as the alignment of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth during a solar eclipse. Syzygies-Capturing the Hiding Sun features in-depth tutorials and metadata so that you may learn to shoot eclipses like a professional astrophotographer.Syzygies-Capturing the Hiding Sun, is the latest book by world-renowned astrophotographer Glenn Sturm. Syzygies is the first book of its kind in that it reveals the actual settings used to capture every shot in the book. Section five is a complete how-to that meticulously details the process of photographing a solar eclipse that anybody can follow.
The Camera Bag Companion
An illustrated how-to guide that cuts through the jargon to deliver photography advice in a clear and friendly way. Are you ready for a completely new type of photography book? Imagine having your personal, professional photographer with you whenever you go out to shoot. There to guide you, share their knowledge, and inspire you to take better photographs. In his latest book, Benedict Brain puts himself in your kitbag, with a beautifully illustrated how-to guide that's as essential as any lens or tripod, and cuts through the jargon to deliver clear advice in a friendly, conversational style.
Enhancing Photography with AI Insights
In 'Enhancing Photography with AI Insights: From Planning to Execution, ' Jordan McKenzie embarks on an enlightening journey into the future of photography, illuminated by the revolutionary power of Artificial Intelligence. This compelling book bridges the gap between traditional photographic artistry and the cutting-edge advancements in AI technology. McKenzie meticulously explores how AI tools and algorithms can significantly enhance the planning, execution, and post-processing phases of photography, transforming both the creative process and the final outcomes. Diving deep into the essence of AI's role in photography, the book offers an in-depth analysis of AI-driven tools for destination research, weather forecasting, optimal shooting times, and even subject selection, providing photographers with a new arsenal of capabilities to elevate their work. 'Enhancing Photography with AI Insights' serves as both a guide and a thought-provoking exploration of AI's ethical considerations, from data privacy to creative ownership, ensuring readers are well-informed about the implications of integrating AI into their photographic practice. With McKenzie's expertise, readers are invited to reimagine the boundaries of their creative expression, leveraging AI to uncover unique photo spots, refine image compositions, and capture the essence of their visions with unprecedented precision. This book is an indispensable resource for photographers at any level seeking to harness the transformative potential of AI in their work, pushing the envelope of what's possible in the realm of creative photography.
Travelling on Titanic
As a passenger on the first two legs of Titanic's ill fated voyage, Father Francis Browne SJ's photographs are an immensely important record. As well as taking a unique set of photos, Father Browne also assembled an incredibly valuable album of Titanic material such as an original deck plan, menus, letters to him from fellow passengers, contemporary newspaper cuttings and other documents, many of which are reproduced here. Thanks to the gift of a ticket from his uncle, a young Jesuit named Francis Browne travelled on the Titanic during her maiden voyage from Southampton, to Cherbourg to Cork. Invited to remain with the ship as it crossed the Atlantic, Fr Browne was saved from possible disaster by a telegram from his Jesuit superior ordering him to "get off that ship". When the unthinkable happened and the Titanic sank, Fr Browne's photographs appeared on the front pages of newspapers all around the world. For many years the photographs of Fr Browne were forgotten until 1985 when Fr Eddie O'Donnell happened across an old tin trunk in the Jesuit archives and re-discovered 42,000 photographs, including the Titanic collection.
Tails of the World
Tails of the World(TM) is an international collective of professional pet photographers, united in our mission to make a difference for animals in need.In 2023 we raised over $65,000 for animal charities by photographing dogs in our local towns and cities. This is the result: 785 dogs, 74 photographers and 14 countries, all in one big, beautiful book.This is a celebration of dog. The adventurous dogs. The cuddly dogs. The goofy dogs. The old dogs. The shy dogs. The head-tilting, tailwagging, tongue-lolling dogs. We love them all.
Ryan McGinley: Yearbook
Yearbook represents a decade's worth of Ryan McGinley's nude studio portraits documenting his vibrant community of artists and creatives. An exploration of personal identity and expanded notions of beauty, this is McGinley's work at its most powerful. Known for his outdoor photography of young people cavorting in the nude, McGinley ventures into the artist's studio, creating more intimate portraits of his models in Yearbook. Continuing the approach of previous bodies of work, his sitters are often friends, and they exude a candid awareness of the camera, creating joyful, dynamic images. As a master chronicler of downtown New York City for two decades, McGinley captures the lives of his diverse subjects, earning acclaim as the voice of his generation and indelibly capturing the contemporary zeitgeist. The book features brief interviews with many of the models discussing their lives and work, providing an even more thoughtful understanding of the quixotic generations known as Gen Z and Millennials.
Face of Hope
Face of Hope is a photographic book, laid out to carry readers along a visual tour experience through Israel and Palestine from 1999 through 2004. While time stands still, each picture allows the reader to witness the magic of the moments, through an extraordinary collection that defines the ordinary human experience during this time. Traveling through Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the West Bank, the profound beauty of life and what culture occurs will display itself during the visual journey
