The Moods of Presque Isle
The Moods of Presque Isle is a book of photography, poetry, and prose which provides a visual treat for your mind and eyes. The poetry and photography blend to produce reflections and emotions within the reader. The setting is an eight mile long sand peninsula jutting out into Lake Erie. Formed over the last thousand years and constantly moving with Lake Erie currents, it is the most visited state park in the Pennsylvania system of parks. It is a haven for natural beauty, birds, animals and rare plants. Presque Isle seems to be one of the places on earth that God paused to create something special. A place where man could stop and reflect on what is right about the world. A place to pause for a moment to drink in the beauty that nature has to offer. It is an enchanting place where colors seem brighter, air softer and where time moves slowly. Presque Isle is one of those places calm enough for you to get quiet inside yourself. A place where solitude and reflection are greater gifts than sun and sand. The subjects of the poems and prose in the book are varied. They run from colors of fall to the tiny kingdom found on the forest floor; from water lilies to the horrors of 9/11; from an approaching storm to a lovers hand and hand walk on the beach. Season, colors, moods, and dreams fill the pages of this book of reflections and life experiences. As you read each poem, you will be able to slow down, take a minute to reflect on the complementary photographs accompanying the words. The theme of the book is the beauty, quiet, and solitude offered by nature. The author believes that if you love nature, nature will open up a whole new world for your enjoyment. The book is an attempt to paint words and photography as one and create a "Mood" with nature for the reader.
The Moods of Presque Isle
The Moods of Presque Isle is a book of photography, poetry, and prose which provides a visual treat for your mind and eyes. The poetry and photography blend to produce reflections and emotions within the reader. The setting is an eight mile long sand peninsula jutting out into Lake Erie. Formed over the last thousand years and constantly moving with Lake Erie currents, it is the most visited state park in the Pennsylvania system of parks. It is a haven for natural beauty, birds, animals and rare plants. Presque Isle seems to be one of the places on earth that God paused to create something special. A place where man could stop and reflect on what is right about the world. A place to pause for a moment to drink in the beauty that nature has to offer. It is an enchanting place where colors seem brighter, air softer and where time moves slowly. Presque Isle is one of those places calm enough for you to get quiet inside yourself. A place where solitude and reflection are greater gifts than sun and sand. The subjects of the poems and prose in the book are varied. They run from colors of fall to the tiny kingdom found on the forest floor; from water lilies to the horrors of 9/11; from an approaching storm to a lovers hand and hand walk on the beach. Season, colors, moods, and dreams fill the pages of this book of reflections and life experiences. As you read each poem, you will be able to slow down, take a minute to reflect on the complementary photographs accompanying the words. The theme of the book is the beauty, quiet, and solitude offered by nature. The author believes that if you love nature, nature will open up a whole new world for your enjoyment. The book is an attempt to paint words and photography as one and create a "Mood" with nature for the reader.
Emotional Resilience through Creative Writing
Book Description: In a world where emotional challenges and adversity are a part of the human experience, "Emotional Resilience through Creative Writing" is your guide to harnessing the transformative power of creative writing for emotional resilience. This compelling book takes you on a journey through twelve chapters, each exploring a unique facet of using the written word to navigate, process, and thrive in the face of life's emotional trials. Dive into the art of journaling, poetry, storytelling, and mindfulness as you learn to express, explore, and understand your emotions. Discover the ways in which creative writing can be a tool for healing, self-awareness, and empowerment, allowing you to build the inner strength necessary to face life's challenges with grace and resilience. Through practical writing exercises, thoughtful prompts, and real-life examples, "Emotional Resilience through Creative Writing" offers a hands-on approach to enhancing your emotional well-being. You'll explore the power of storytelling, delve into your inner world, and connect with others who share your passion for the written word. This book is more than a guide; it's an invitation to embark on a personal journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. Whether you're an experienced writer or someone who has never put pen to paper, "Emotional Resilience through Creative Writing" is a roadmap to becoming the author of your own narrative, one that is resilient, vibrant, and authentically yours. Get ready to unveil the strength of your emotions through the beauty of words.
The Dazed Decades
1991 saw the publication of the first ever issue of iconic fashion and culture magazine DAZED & CONFUSED. A publication which has lead and defined tastes for over three decades, its visual iconography is known world over. Co-founder and DAZED's first Photographic Editor, Rankin set the visual tone the magazine is now known for. Internationally recognised as one of the UK's leading photographers, it was during THE DAZED DECADES where he honed his craft. Rankin's works from this period form a manifesto about how to view the world, a political statement communicated not with words but with a camera lens. So here we explore five rules for viewing and acting. Across our chapters, FEEL IT, TV IS BORING, EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES, ACCEPT NO IMITATIONS, and ABSOLUTELY FLAWLESS, we share with you Rankin's way of being. Part self-help, part provocation, THE DAZED DECADES are a map for existence expressed through popular culture.
Hot House Hybrids
In layered compositions that hover somewhere between the mediums of photography, collage, and painting, artist Jenee Mateer allows chance pollination, evolution and the interplay of control and chaos to reveal a connection between gardening and making art. Playing with the metaphorical connection between flowers and the female or feminine she celebrates a diverse group of women, transformed and unified by bold color, pattern and botanical forms, re-affirming our connection to the natural world.
Sydney - Australia in Black and White
G織Day Mate! Dear reader, Thank you very much for purchasing this photobook. My name is Vojtech Zalcik and I am a Czech photographer. I have been taking photographs for over 20 years. This black and white photobook containing 88 photos offers my personal view on what to see in Sydney, Australia織s largest city. The country is also known as the "land down under" because it is located in the Southern Hemisphere. Nicknames of Sydney include the "Harbour City" and the "Emerald City". The residents of Sydney are known as "Sydneysiders". The must see places include the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Royal Botanic Garden, the Rocks, Art Gallery of New South Wales or the Queen Victoria Building (QVB). On top there are Bondi, Manly, Coogee or Cronulla beaches. Do not forget to go to Hyde Park, Circular Quay, Watsons Bay, Sydney Tower, North Sydney and the shops around George and Pitt Streets or any of the great restaurants, pubs, bars or coffee shops. Public transportation is very comfortable, you should definitely try a ferry ride. Sydney also hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics. I hope you will like these photos of Sydney - a city that creates memories that last for a lifetime. Thank you! With best regards, Vojtech Zalcik
Picture Perfect Poems
Jim Wyman is the last full-time resident on a one-lane, dirt, dead-end road at the tip of a long peninsula in the middle of a very large lake in northern Vermont. He was born and raised in the foothills of the Longfellow Range of the Appalachian Mountains in western Maine. Never having lived more than 50 miles away from 45 degrees north latitude, he has grown to appreciate the texture of the woods, fields, and hills of Northern New England, and the myriad of colors-ranging from the cold black and white of winter to the light-filled prism of a hardwood forest in fall. In an effort to capture and share his mind's eye view of this beauty, Jim studied film photography and quickly realized he was allergic to darkroom chemicals. Then came digital photography. As a published poet, Jim admired the work of Ann Atwood and her gift for combining poetry with photography. It was then he began to experiment with the possibility of blending his poetry with his photography using digital photographic applications and techniques. His intention was to meld the visual impact of New England landscape photography with the mind's eye view-the poem. This book is the result of his efforts.
Prague - Czech Republic
Dear reader, Thank you very much for purchasing this photobook. My name is Vojtech Zalcik and I am a Czech photographer. I have been taking photographs for over 20 years. This color photobook offers my personal view on what to see in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. The major places to visit include the Prague Castle (Hradcany), Charles Bridge (Karluv most), Old Town Square (Staromestske namesti) with the Prague astronomical clock (Orloj), Mala Strana (Lesser Town), Vaclavske namesti (Wenceslas Square), Vysehrad Castle, or the Petrin hill. The book contains 244 color photographs with subtitles and I hope that you will find the insipiration for your visit inside. Thank you! With best regards, Vojtech Zalcik
The Friedman Archives Guide to Sony's A7C II and A7CR (B&W Edition)
Gary has been writing ebooks on the Sony cameras ever since Sony bought Minolta (!), and he's known for making this very capable but complex camera very easy to understand and to use. Every feature is explained in clear detail, his own personal camera settings are shared, and he even explains WHY you'd want to invoke a given feature. Learn from a pro and get the most out of this impressive piece of engineering!
Paris - France
Dear reader, Thank you very much for purchasing this photobook. My name is Vojtech Zalcik and I have been taking photographs for over 20 years. I am a Czech photographer, based in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. This color photobook offers my personal view on what to see in Paris, the capital of France. Whether you like the iconic Eiffel Tower, take a walk up the Montmartre hill to visit the Basilica of Sacre Coeur, visit the Arc de Triomphe, shop on the Avenue des Champs Elysees, see the Louvre Museum, visit the show in the cabaret Moulin Rouge, see the view of Paris from the top of Tour Montparnasse or go to the financial quarter La Defense, take a walk around the Place de la Concorde, visit Centre Georges Pompidou or relax along the Seine river, you may find the inspiration inside.Merci!With best regards, Vojtech Zalcikwww.vojtechzalcik.com
Portraits in Life and Death
Portraits in Life and Death is the only book of photographs published by Peter Hujar during his lifetime. The twenty-nine portraits of creative people--ranging from William Burroughs, Susan Sontag, and John Waters to Larry Ree, founder of the Trocadero Gloxinia Ballet Company, and T.C. (whose identity is unclear)--possess a haunting beauty and degree of psychological examination that is both offbeat and riveting. Following the portraits come eleven images that can only be described as devastating: pictures of semi-preserved, clothed bodies of nineteenth-century Sicilians found in the arid catacombs beneath a church in Palermo. There is no necessary connection in the photographs themselves or between the two sections of the book, yet the pictorial progression from life to death is an emblem of the journey we all take. The living subjects seem to be meditating on the mortality that is limned with such profound effect in the catacomb pictures. In different ways, both groups of images speak to the basic fears and emotions that we carry with us, somewhere beyond our consciousness. After viewing this extraordinary book, it is almost impossible not to make those connections and interpretations or be moved by Hujar's consistent ability to convey what appears to be the inner spirit of his subjects. Even so, an air of nonchalance, even gaiety, hovers over the photographs. The book is odd, oblique, sometimes opaque, and certainly deeply felt; but it sticks to the mind like a burr. It will be noticed. Once seen, it cannot be forgotten.
Penguins - Going Deeper with Jason George
Welcome to 'Going Deeper with Jason George' the book series that goes along with his YouTube series by the same name where you can be a part of some of Jason's amazing adventures with these beautiful creatures to add more to the story. Jason's goal with this series is to take you deeper into the animal kingdom with each book focusing on a specific animal and his personal experiences with them. Jason hopes that you join him on his journey through the world of penguins! As he goes deeper and shares some of his favourite photos and stories of his encounters with these majestic creatures. See them on sand and grass, meet a colony, see a baby being fed, and their eggs. Learn a bit about young penguins and their feathers, plus learn about the time Jason saved a penguin.There are also challenges, questions, and colouring activities included in this book along with virtual videos of different penguins and so many other beautiful creatures found on this planet. I hope you enjoy the pictures and the stories behind my pictures. There are videos on his YouTube Channel to watch his experiences with penguins and other animals!
Picturing the Ottoman Armenian World
The Armenian contribution to Ottoman photography is supposedly well known, with histories documenting the famous Ottoman Armenian-run studios of the imperial capital that produced Orientalist visions for tourists and images of modernity for a domestic elite. Neglected, however, have been the practitioners of the eastern provinces where the majority of Ottoman Armenians were to be found, with the result that their role in the medium has been obscured and wider Armenian history and experience distorted. Photography in the Ottoman East was grounded in very different concerns, with the work of studios rooted in the seismic social, political and cultural shifts that reshaped the region and Armenian lives during the empire's last decades. The first study of its kind, this book examines photographic activity in three sites on the Armenian plateau: Erzurum, Harput and Van. Arguing that local photographic practices were marked by the dominant activities and movements of these places, it describes a medium bound up in educational endeavours, mass migration and revolutionary politics. The camera both responded to and became the instrument of these phenomena. Light is shone on previously unknown practitioners and, more vitally, a perspective gained on the communities that they served. The book suggests that by contemplating the ways in which photographs were made, used, circulated and seen, we might form a picture of the Ottoman Armenian world.
We the Spirits
Photographer Jason Gardner travelled across 15 countries to document traditional Carnival in its myriad of manifestations. Seeking out villages and towns where festivals are at their most folkloric or least visited by outsiders, Gardner collaborated with ethnographers and local experts to engage with and understand each festival. A selection of his vast archive of photographs made over a period of 15 years will be published in We the Spirits. Collectively, his images dispel stereotypes of Carnival and illustrate the complex diversity of local customs united by universal themes.
Barbie(tm): The World Tour
For the press tour following the record-breaking release of Greta Gerwig's award-winning, acclaimed Barbie movie, producer and star Margot Robbie and her stylist Andrew Mukamal immersed themselves in some of Barbie's most iconic outfits and curated vintage pieces, then approached designers, from Giorgio Armani to Donatella Versace, to create looks inspired by the doll-size originals. Many of these looks were not seen as the official Barbie press tour was cut short--so Margot and Andrew worked with renowned fashion photographer Craig McDean to shoot her in the looks exactly as they were curated: Schiaparelli in Los Angeles, Vivienne Westwood in London, vintage Chanel with matching Steamline luggage at the airport, and beyond. Accompanying McDean's sumptuous photography are original Barbie dolls from the period, a treasure trove of rare materials from Mattel's Barbie fashion archives, and the designers' sketches and Polaroids from fittings, layered into evocative collages by Fabien Baron, who conceived and produced the shoots and art-directed the book. With text by Margot Robbie and Andrew Mukamal, as well as handwritten contributions from the designers behind the looks (from Olivier Rousteing and Michelle Ochs to Manolo Blahnik and Jeremy Scott), this unique book blends the serious chic of high fashion with the serious fun of Barbie world--the dolls, the history, and the style that have captured imaginations for 65 years. BARBIE(TM) and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. (c)2024 Mattel.
water moves
If photos are messages, then Hans Fahrmeyer is one of the most prolificmessengers of today and of classic times. From his apprentice days oflearning his photography craft in the lost art of darkroom developing, youknow this man wrestle more out of an image than most emerging and longtime photographers. It's his use of lens, light, experience and passionwhich massages his images to an unexpected portrayal.But Mr. Fahrmeyer is also part sociologist, psychologist, comedian and lifecoach. Watching him in the studio or on location, he can either be the flyon the wall when he has to be, or the sorcerer, pulling out the best of thetalent in front of his lens.His latest book, Water Moves, is an illuminating dance of beautiful maleimages married with mirrors, water, sensuality and balance. There's ablend of powerful images with technical insight. The images becomeforceful yet arresting. He has produced a collection that mixes thecasualness of the snapshot with the artistry of classical photographer.His subjects capture the eye for their immediacy, beauty, and movement.His three previous books (Colors of Men, Between Men and Women, andBetween Men) reflect his stylization. But the new images in Water Movesare even more lively and stronger then the earlier ones. The photos are atimeless provocation as Hans demonstrates the gravity of his models intoan art form. Fahrmeyer's use of beautiful muscled men weaves with thereflective properties of water to create memorable masterpieces.Water Moves makes one yearn for an encore. In cinema, we know by thelast scene, there's a sequel planned. By the time you get to the last page, you're hoping for the release of more from Hans Fahrmeyer. Well done.
Every Flower Has Its Place
Embark on an enchanting journey of artistic innovation in Every Flower Has Its Place. Acclaimed floral artist Graham King takes you on a visual odyssey to intriguing and uncommon settings, where he brings to life his extraordinary floral arrangements. Captured in striking detail by professional photographer Stephen Barney, each composition showcases the rich textures and exquisite craftsmanship that are King's signature style. Page after page, allow yourself to be inspired and captivated by the endless possibilities of floral design when blended with unconventional crafting techniques. This book isn't merely a collection of images, it's an invitation to explore your own creative landscape, guided by the breathtaking work of a master artist.
Every Flower Has Its Place
Embark on an enchanting journey of artistic innovation in Every Flower Has Its Place. Acclaimed floral artist Graham King takes you on a visual odyssey to intriguing and uncommon settings, where he brings to life his extraordinary floral arrangements. Captured in striking detail by professional photographer Stephen Barney, each composition showcases the rich textures and exquisite craftsmanship that are King's signature style. Page after page, allow yourself to be inspired and captivated by the endless possibilities of floral design when blended with unconventional crafting techniques. This book isn't merely a collection of images, it's an invitation to explore your own creative landscape, guided by the breathtaking work of a master artist.
Photography Business
This book contains valuable information on starting your own photography business. It's truly an advantage if you are a photographer by profession, but if not, it doesn't mean that you could not open your own small business. This book can help you get the ball rolling with your startup.Despite the fact that people now own smart phones with great cameras, nothing can beat the skill of a professional photographer - they just know the nuts and bolts of taking photos, editing, and printing. They know about the correct angle, the right amount of light, and even the appropriate gesture and expression. You will learn: What online photography selling is all about.The pros and cons of selling your photography on the internet.Helpful tips on how to sell your photos online.The best places or sites where you can sell your photos online.The different ways you can adapt to the changing photography website trends.Answers to faqs with regard to selling your photography online.The benefits of selling your photography online.Despite the fact that people now own smart phones with great cameras, nothing can beat the skill of a professional photographer - they just know the nuts and bolts of taking photos, editing, and printing. They know about the correct angle, the right amount of light, and even the appropriate gesture and expression. Professional photographers are just more organized, more effective, and they give better-looking images that you can proudly post online.
Capturing Your Journey
Embark on a transformative journey through the lens with "Capturing Your Journey," a comprehensive guided workbook designed for photographers aspiring to build their perfect portfolio. This 26-page workbook is a treasure trove of portfolio-building insights, offering a wealth of information and 50 dynamic exercises tailored to help you curate a portfolio that reflects your unique style and vision.Discover the art of thematic thinking, find your passion, develop depth in your work, and master the art of tight editing with practical exercises that guide you every step of the way. Whether you're a budding photographer or a seasoned pro, this workbook is your companion in honing your craft and creating a portfolio that stands out.
National Geographic World from Above
Go on a global aerial odyssey with this photographic compendium of more than 200 full-color images from on high, by the world's most innovative photographers at National Geographic. See the world from a unique perspective with this gorgeous, oversized coffee table book--the perfect gift for lovers of art, nature, photography, and travel! Join National Geographic on a world tour like no other, with over 200 exhilarating photographs that'll take you soaring above the colorful roofs of European cities, discovering the intricate patchwork of American cornfields, tracing the surprising silhouettes of tropical islands, and witnessing the startling intricacy of underwater anemones--all thanks to photographers who refocused their lenses, looking down. This extraordinary collection contains: 4 sections exploring how these images from above speak to us through color, shape, texture, and scale.In-depth interviews with prestigious photographers showing how the artists climbed, flew, dug, or rocketed into space to capture their most impressive shots.Dedicated sidebars revealing how we have always experimented with top-down perspective, from ancient earthworks to modern drones.Curated by acclaimed nature photographer and National Geographic explorer Jeffrey Kerby, every photo in World From Above offers a new way of looking at life on our planet.
Bi-Polar
The debut photography collection from the internationally renowned photographer, filmmaker, speaker, and mental health advocate, featuring 300 curated images from his global adventure features, climbing expeditions, portraiture, and early fashion and fine art work. An artist and storyteller who passionately explores the human experience, Cory Richards began working for National Geographic shooting adventure features in the most remote corners of the globe. As a professional climber, he spent his early career on high-risk expeditions that tested his unique ability to capture stories that were largely out of reach to others. Bi-Polar, a title that refers to Richards's own diagnosis with Bipolar 2 at age fourteen and the career that has literally taken him to both ends of the earth, presents 300 of the most compelling images of Richards's career. Organized by the emotional polarities that exist in his life and work, including hope and fear, pride and shame, awe and contempt, and finally, the singular, love, this stunning visual collection is a celebration of the tempests of the mind and how our greatest hurdles, when seen through a different lens, can become our greatest strengths. Spotlighting jaw-dropping landscapes, disappearing ways of life, the intersection of humans and animals, and more, Bi-Polar invites us to consider how art can connect us to ourselves, others, and the beautiful world we live in.
Joel Meyerowitz
An early advocate of color photography, Joel Meyerowitz has impacted and influenced generations of artists. For fifty-eight years, the master photographer has documented the United States' ever-changing social landscape.During the late 1960s, Meyerowitz carried two cameras: one loaded with monochrome stock, the other with color. Just how, when, and why American fine art photographers switched from black-and-white image-making, prized within the gallery system, to color photography, once seen as the preserve of tourist photography, has been the cause of much debate.In Joel Meyerowitz: A Question of Color, Meyerowitz tells the story of his early days as a photographer when he was told that serious photographers took black-and-white pictures. "But why," he asked, "when the world is in color?" He then bought a color camera and various rolls of film and began to experiment with color techniques: a passion he continues to pursue.
Pao Houa Her: My Grandfather Turned Into a Tiger... and Other Illusions
Pao Houa Her's first major monograph, My grandfather turned into a tiger ... and other illusions, explores the fundamental concepts of home and belonging: illusion, desire, and loss. Pao Houa Her's work draws inspiration from a myriad of sources: apocryphal family lore; portraits of the artist's community and self; and reimagined landscapes, with Minnesota and Northern California standing in for Laos. The compelling and personal narratives are grounded in the traditions and contemporary metaphors of the Hmong diasporic community. My grandfather turned into a tiger brings together four of the artist's major series, including the title work which reimagines her family's history before leaving Laos. Other work deals with a scandal within the Hmong community in which hundreds of elders were swindled as part of a fraudulent investment scheme built around the promise of a new Hmong homeland. In another series, tonally rich black-and-white still lifes of silk flowers collected by her mother are presented alongside images of flowers that adorn the digitally manipulated, hyper-colored popular backdrops used in Hmong photo studios and on dating apps. This beautifully designed monograph showcases Her's keen eye on the line between ersatz and authenticity; as the artist has stated, photography is "a truth if you want it to be a truth." My grandfather turned into a tiger is the result of the Next Step Award, a partnership between Aperture and Baxter St at the Camera Club of New York, in collaboration with the 7G Foundation.Each cover is unique, featuring up to thirty-two jacket iterations, but is anchored by the same sticker on the front and back.
Serpent Tongue
Serpent Tongue explores a unique moment in Guatemalan history through the lenses of power, identity and memory.In 1954, during the height of the Cold War, the CIA carried out a coup to overthrow the first democratically-elected president in Guatemala. In the months leading up to the coup, the CIA Station Chief in Guatemala City was Grossinger's grandfather. Dying long before Grossinger was born, his presence still loomed like a mythological creature throughout much of her childhood. Serpent Tongue explores Guatemalan history through the lenses of power, identity and memory.
Ernest Cole: The True America
The first publication of photographs taken by Ernest Cole in the United States during the turbulent and eventful late 1960s and early 1970s After fleeing South Africa to publish his landmark book House of Bondage (1967) on the horrors of apartheid, Cole resettled in New York. He photographed extensively on the streets of New York City and documented Black communities in cities and rural areas of the United States--traveling across the country in the months leading up to and just after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. The pictures reflect both a newfound freedom Cole experienced in America and an incisive eye for the inequalities of systemic racism. He released very few images from this body of work while he was alive, and the pictures were thought to be lost entirely until the negatives resurfaced in Sweden in 2017. This treasure trove provides an important window into American society and establishes Cole's place in the history of American photography.
Simon's Book of Breasts
As a breast cancer survivor, I now spend over half of my time fighting for access to treatment within underserved communities, especially women recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Simon, my husband without benefits, has been by my side from the first moment. To you, Simon, I say, "Behind every person that wants to change the world is the person you want the world to be." If the world had your heart, courage, and persistence in all that you do (including this book), it would be a much better place. Also, I am thrilled to tell you, I have launched my first foundation with Nima Oberoi. With every Wishbone she sells, proceeds will go to the Ricks Oberoi Foundation. Our tagline, "Grant wishes, removing barriers." I would be honored if you would donate to our foundation. -Dee Dee Ricks From the moment my brilliant husband first told me of his idea for this book, I was so excited to see his vision come to fruition. And I'm truly honored to be a part of it. The book is absolutely beautiful! When my best friend, Dee Dee, was diagnosed with breast cancer, it changed my life forever. I am thrilled that a portion of the proceeds will go towards her wonderful foundation. She is such an amazing woman, and it is such an incredible cause! -Patti Reynolds
Owls - Going Deeper with Jason George
Welcome to 'Going Deeper with Jason George' the book series that goes along with his YouTube series by the same name where you can be a part of some of Jason's amazing adventures with these beautiful creatures to add more to the story. Jason's goal with this series is to take you deeper into the animal kingdom with each book focusing on a specific animal and his personal experiences with them. Jason hopes that you join him on his journey through the world of owls! As he goes deeper and shares some of his favourite photos and stories of his encounters with these majestic creatures. See them chilling in trees, hanging in the nest, feeding, and their owlets. Learn a bit about African owls and see what is inside an owl pellet plus learn about that time Jason found a young, barred owlet in a nest. There are also challenges, questions, and colouring activities included in this book along with virtual videos of many different owls and so many other beautiful creatures found on this planet. Check Jason's YouTube channel and other social media outJason George Photography @jasongeorgephotography
Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book 2024 Release
The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book 2024 Release contains 15 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. For beginners and experienced users alike, you can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Create and improve digital images with AI-powered tools including Generative Fill. Seamlessly remove backgrounds, replace skies, and repair photos Select subjects with complex outlines, including hair, quickly and precisely Composite multiple images and typography Animate video, still, and type layers and export as a video Edit camera raw images Automate repetitive tasks Save as a Photoshop cloud document to easily edit across desktop and mobile devices Export your work for web, mobile devices, and print Classroom in a Book(R), the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does--an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the book's "Getting Started" section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe Photoshop (2024 release) software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.)
What Happy Women Know About Men And You Don't
Tired of Dating Duds? It's Not Them, It's You (But Here's How to Change That!) What Happy Women Know About Men And You Don't will revolutionize your love life. For years, you've endured a string of "good enough" relationships, secretly hoping "this time will be different." But what if the problem wasn't the men you met, but your own beliefs? This groundbreaking book shatters the myth that finding lasting love is a matter of luck. It reveals the secret weapon of happy women: knowing your worth and refusing to settle. Inside you'll discover: Why "good enough" keeps you stuck: Uncover the limiting beliefs holding you back from attracting the right kind of man.How to raise your standards and attract quality partners: Learn the art of setting clear expectations and refusing to compromise on your non-negotiables.The secrets of happy women in fulfilling relationships: Discover what truly matters in a partner and how to build a lasting connection.A clear roadmap to finding the love you deserve: Get practical strategies for transforming your dating life and attracting high-value men who cherish you.Stop settling! What Happy Women Know About Men And You Don't is your essential guide to rewriting your love story and creating a relationship worthy of a bestseller. Get your copy today and unlock the secrets to lasting happiness! P.S. Visit www.RelationshipDecode.com for free relationship advice all year long!
What Women Wish Guys Knew About Them
Cracked the Code: Unlock the Secrets Women Wish Guys Knew (But Were Too Afraid to Ask)Guys, it's time to ditch the dating decoder ring. (Seriously, those things never worked.)We love you. Truly. But let's face it, you can be a bit...clueless when it comes to women. This book changes everything.Forget the bad advice from your buddies (looking at you, guys, with your "confidence is key" nonsense). This isn't a popularity contest based on who dates the most women. Here's the truth, straight from the source: What women REALLY want (it's not that complicated, promise)Why "one size fits all" dating advice fails (discover the secrets that truly attract women)The mistakes nice guys keep making (and how to avoid the dreaded "friend zone")Become the rare man who "gets it." This book is your roadmap to understanding women and building fulfilling relationships. You'll be: Confident knowing exactly what women value most (hint: it's not your car)Magnetic attracting the kind of woman you deserve (and keeping her interested)Exceptional in a world of clueless guys (seriously, some of you need help)This is your secret weapon. Read it, master it, and watch your love life transform.P.S. Share the knowledge! The more men who understand women, the happier everyone will be. Visit www.RelationshipDecode.com for ongoing tips and lots of free (who doesn't like FREE?!) fun stuff.
Self-Knowledge in 40 Images
A book to help us on our journey to knowing ourselves better.When Socrates was asked to define our highest purpose as humans, he said, "To know ourselves." This advice holds true. Without self-knowledge, all other efforts are in vain. The second title in the '40 Images' series, Self-Knowledge in 40 Images takes us on a tour of certain key ideas that we need to befriend our deeper selves, accompanied by the work of photographers and artists such as David Hockney, Cy Twombly, Edgar Degas, Isabella La Rocca Gonz獺lez and Elise Corten. Featuring culturally and historically diverse artwork alongside a series of elegant essays inviting contemplation, this book helps us to understand how our childhoods have shaped us, what difficulties we characteristically experience in relationships and what our purpose should be. Modern society gives us no shortage of ambitions. We will have landed on the one that can finally brings us peace and freedom when we are ready - with the help of this book - to begin the inward journey: self knowledge.Pair with the Know Yourself Prompt Cards, designed to help lead you through the important task of knowing yourself a little better in life.
Decolonizing Images
Decolonizing images focuses on Egypt's local visual heritage and continues the urgent process of decolonizing the canon of photography. It presents a new account of the visual cultures produced and exhibited in Egypt by interpreting the camera's ability to conceal as much as it reveals in a complex vision of decolonial difference.
Midcentury Memories. the Anonymous Project
Rewind back to the midcentury, before the age of Instagram and Snapchat, where people were using 35mm cameras loaded with color film to document both monumental and mundane moments in their lives. They took pictures of their loved ones, their vacations, their celebrations. They memorialized the births of babies; a child in a cowboy outfit; a new color television set; sightseeing in National Parks; fishing trips; lazing on the beach; weddings; office parties; family reunions; holding hands, kissing and dancing. Imagining these lives and the possible stories that lie behind the images is what makes The Anonymous Project such a compelling journey into our past. The passing of time is enhanced by the book's narrative that begins with scenes of early childhood and ends with seniors, with all the stages of life in between.It all started with an innocent purchase on eBay. Filmmaker Lee Shulman bought a set of 35mm Kodachrome slides--anonymous family photos--and was so taken with what he calls "the emotional value of these slices of life" that he knew he had to have more. He launched The Anonymous Project in 2017 and has since acquired around 700,000 images either by donation or via vintage sellers. As noted photography critic Richard B. Woodward writes in the introduction: "It is significant--and fascinating--that in virtually every image here, photographer and subject seem to know one another. In this embracing album of humanity, no one exists in isolation. There are no strangers here."This curated collection of around 150 images taken between the 1940s and '70s offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of these anonymous subjects. The locations, dates, and the subjects may be unknown--but these shots taken by skilled amateur photographers, and the fascinating stories they contain, are universally familiar.
Portrait and Place
A richly illustrated history of photography in one of the epicenters of African modernity When the daguerreotype first arrived in sub-Saharan Africa in the early nineteenth century, local kingdoms still held power in Senegal and the French presence was limited to trading outposts along the coast. The pioneers of photography in Senegal worked within, across, and beyond the borders of colonial empire, expanding the medium's possibilities and contributing to a global visual language. Portrait and Place explores these unique encounters, providing an in-depth and nuanced look at the images made at the intersection of Black Atlantic, Islamic, and African cultures. Giulia Paoletti takes readers on a visual journey from the 1840s, when the oldest-surviving daguerreotype from West Africa was made, to the 1960s, when photography became the most popular medium as Senegal achieved its independence. She discusses some of Africa's most celebrated modernists, such as Mama Casset, and also offers insights into lesser-known photographers like Oumar Ka and once-anonymous figures such as Macky Kane. Paoletti examines both professional and amateur artists in genres ranging from portraiture to landscape and across media such as glass painting and lithography. Featuring a wealth of breathtaking images published here for the first time, Portrait and Place brings to life the important histories of photography on the African continent.
The Beautiful Flower Is the World
"Jerry makes it look so easy. Every time I open this book, my camera gets heavier." -- Daniel Arnold Legendary skateboarder and artist Jerry Hsu started his blog NAZI GOLD in 2009 as a repository for the cell phone photos he'd been collecting alongside his more traditional photography and film practices: shots of friends and strangers, roadside curiosities, and anything else that seemed to merit instant sharing with both peers and the public. In the ensuing years, the site grew from an exercise in visual note-taking into a uniquely hysterical embodiment of both Hsu's keen artistic sense and his razor-sharp wit. Documenting his journeys through the high and low trappings of our culture, Hsu's work captures everything from bootleg t-shirts and bathroom stall graffiti to unexpected truths and the occasional startling moment of humanity. An unerringly creative and endlessly clever chronicle of the deep ironies of our modern world, The Beautiful Flower Is the World, now in a lush hardcover second edition, collects the best of Hsu's blog photography into a compelling and immersive whole.
The Elements - Air
He first started seeing images in the clouds in April or May of 2021. His first memory of cloud images were on the football field at Willow Glen High School, home of the Rams. While on a short vacation to Santa Cruz California his son Jonathan pointed out to him a string of clouds that spelled out the word Resurrection. The next day while back home he would photograph the word Holy in the clouds. The next image viewed the same day was the word Blessed. The neighbor girl next door, Maya also saw this in the sky. She is the daughter toJose and Patricia and sister to Leah and Zoe. Their dogs name is Angel and they have witnessed or been shown miraculous images in the sky over the last two years as well. The Heavens declare the Glory of God! The images represented here are evidence of that.
Brisbane Walks 2020-2023
Capturing Brisbane in Monochrome: A photo journal. This book represents a 3-year timeframe in Brisbane, Australia, through the captivating lens of photographer Jason Van Der Merwe (b.1976). In "Brisbane Walks 2020-2023" an exquisite black and white photo book, we embark on a journey that transcends the boundaries of color and delves deep into the soul of this city. Through candid photographs, Jason captures untold stories that pulse beneath the surface of everyday life.Each photograph encapsulates a moment of humanity, a slice of urban existence, and a fragment of the diverse tapestry that makes this city truly remarkable. "Brisbane Walks 2020-2023" invites you to pause, reflect, and immerse yourself in the nuanced beauty of life's fleeting moments. Through these photographs, we not only glimpse into the city's soul, but also into the photographer's soul - a testament to the shared human experience that binds us all.
Chinese Pictures
Originally published in 1902, 'Chinese Pictures-Notes on Photographs Made in China' immerses readers in the enigmatic world of China through the remarkable perspective of Isabella L. Bird, an intrepid explorer and perceptive chronicler. This exceptional compilation encapsulates Bird's astute observations and evocative descriptions, complementing a striking series of photographs captured during her extensive sojourns across China.Through the lens of her camera and the eloquence of her prose, Bird unveils the very essence of China's diverse landscapes, its multifaceted populace, and rich cultural traditions. Each photograph serves as a gateway to a narrative, revealing the intricate tapestry of Chinese life-from the dynamic bustle of urban centers to the serene vistas of remote villages, and the vibrant allure of bustling marketplaces.True to her distinctive style, Bird delves deep into the cultural intricacies, historical significance, and the nuanced everyday moments immortalized through the lens of her camera. Her accompanying notes breathe life into the captured scenes, infusing each snapshot with context, emotion, and a deeper connection to the depicted tales.'Chinese Pictures' stands as a testament to Isabella L. Bird's unparalleled ability to seamlessly blend visual storytelling with her eloquent prose. This compilation serves as an alluring and informative window into China's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. It paints a vivid and engaging portrait of the country, capturing the essence of its beauty, complexity, and timeless allure through the discerning eyes of a pioneering traveler and insightful observer.
Line and Form
Line and Form was produced and published by Eva Grant, one of the few female glamour photographers of the late 1950s and early 1960s. This volume includes a complete listing of the magazine and rare images.
Glamour Model Revue
Take a trip down mammary lane to enjoy a wistful peek at three of the most popular British nude models of the early 1960s, June Palmer, Paula Page and Tina Madison, captured on film by the pioneering female photographer Eva Grant
Garry Winogrand: Winogrand Color
Rarely-seen color work from the preeminent master of postwar American street photographyThis monograph stands as a groundbreaking tribute to the early color work of renowned American photographer Garry Winogrand. While he is most recognized for his candid and lively black-and-white street photography, Winogrand's portfolio also includes an impressive collection of over 45,000 color slides captured between the early 1950s and the late 1960s. Using two cameras strapped to his chest--one loaded with color film and the other with black-and-white film--he extensively documented his surroundings between commercial assignments, developing and refining a distinct and progressively daring body of personal work.From the bustling streets of Manhattan to the shaded underside of Coney Island's boardwalk to the expansive landscapes and open roads of the American West, Winogrand Color unveils a tender portrait of a version of the country that feels at once bygone and timeless. His snapshots of strangers exude an unparalleled sense of intimacy, offering poetic glimpses into everyday postwar America. Presenting 150 photographs selected from the archives at the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, Arizona, this is the first monograph dedicated in full to Winogrand's vivid color photography.Born and raised in the Bronx, Garry Winogrand (1928-84) was a highly influential American photographer who came into prominence for his trailblazing contributions to street photography. His keen eye for human emotions and his ability to freeze spontaneous moments immortalized the essence of American society. His work continues to inspire and shape the field, leaving a lasting impact on both his contemporaries and future generations of photographers.
Jim Mangan: The Crick
In the crumbling community of a fundamentalist Mormon sect, the boys who remained behind reinvent themselves as modern-day cowboysAmerican photographer Jim Mangan began The Crick as a photographic survey of the unorthodox architecture of Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS) houses in the Utah-Arizona border town of Short Creek. He soon found that the bigger story lay in a group of teenage boys navigating their disintegrating community, fractured after leader Warren Jeffs was imprisoned in 2011. These subjects were children at the time of the fallout, who remained with their families in Short Creek as others elected to leave the town altogether. The Crick is a meditation on religious succession, patriarchal systems, zealotry and fraternity in the life built by these young men. Mangan's pictures transport the reader into an alternate reality of the boys' making: where they explore the rugged terrain of southern Utah, northern Arizona and southern Nevada on horseback, emulating old-time explorers of the Western frontier. His "ecological and sociological approach" to this series, spanning five years, depicts the playfulness of youth against the capricious landscape of the American West. In both their real and imaginary worlds, these subjects have gained a knowledge of and closeness to nature that has largely been lost in the conventions of modern life. The collection of photographs is accompanied by an essay by author Judith Freeman and a text by apostatized former FLDS member and artist Roman Bateman.Jim Mangan (born 1973) is a photographer and filmmaker best known for his images of the American West. His work has been exhibited at the Deichtorhallen in Hamburg, the Kunst im Tunnel in D羹sseldorf and the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art. In 2015, his project Blast was shown at the Sundance Film Festival.
S繪ren Solk疆r: Black Sun
Hypnotic visions of starling migration patterns across EuropeWith his project Black Sun, Danish photographer S繪ren Solk疆r (born 1969) captures the large murmurations of starlings that take place by the Wadden Sea near his native home of southern Denmark. Following their routes has led him on years-long journeys to Italy, the Netherlands, England and Catalonia. Inspired by classical landscape painting, calligraphy and Japanese woodcuts, Solk疆r presents a series of graphic images featuring landscape and great flocks of starlings, performing an unrivaled display of collaboration and performance skills. These mesmerizing murmurations create a strong visual expression, like an ink drawing or a calligraphic brushstroke asserting itself against the sky. The first edition of Black Sun received global acclaim with features in National Geographic, the Observer and the New York Times. Although Solk疆r is best known for his portraits of celebrities such as Bj繹rk, Paul McCartney, Amy Winehouse, Patti Smith and others, these fascinating photographs--packaged in a sumptuous stamped cloth binding--comprise a compelling part of his oeuvre that leaves the viewer in awe at the wonders of nature.
White Tern Photo Diaries
In the book, White Tern Photo Diaries, the author, an amateur photographer living in Honolulu, Hawaii, followed three white terns from the time that they were spotted as babies in neighborhood trees until the time that they fully fledged. The book includes 122 color photographs for your enjoyment
The Glamour Camera of Eva Grant
A short biography of Eva Grant, one of the foremost female figure photographers of the 1950s and 1960s, accompanied by some of her most captivating images. Delight in the flirtatious portraits and natural curves of such nude models as Crystal Dawson, Jackie Aspen, and Sophie Dawn.
