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Through his photographs of swirling flocks of starlings - murmurations - Dutch photographer Erik Hijweege captures the impressive drama of the natural world and illuminates the beautiful choreography of this breath-taking phenomenon. Text in English and Dutch.<BR><BR>Through his photographs of swirling swarms of starlings - murmurations - photographer Erik Hijweege explores the impressive drama of the natural world. In this series of images, he captures flocks of starlings as they form and reform in the Dutch sky. Often they present as familiar shapes, such as fish, or swans, that can best be seen when captured in photographs. In the accompanying text, art historian Maartje van den Heuvel compares Hijweege’s images to the cloudy skies in 17th century Dutch painting. Nature journalist Koos Dijksterhuis explains why starling swarms occur, and explains the wonderful choreography of this breath-taking natural phenomenon. This work was exhibited at the Nature Museum Fryslan in Leeuwarden. <BR><BR>Text in English and Dutch.

Tale of Lakewood Jenny is a heartwarming illustrated poem about compassion, love, and ducks. It's also completely true. British-born author Jackie Caswell is a world traveler who has lived in Kenya, Cyprus and Hong Kong, but it was by a tiny lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California that she met and rescued Jenny the Duck. This is the true story, with whimsical verse and color photos by the author.

Una sicigia es una configuración casi lineal de tres cuerpos celestes en un sistema gravitacional, como la alineación del Sol, la Luna y la Tierra durante un eclipse solar. Sicigias: capturando la puesta del sol incluye tutoriales detallados y metadatos para que aprendas a fotografiar eclipses como un astrofotógrafo profesional.Sicigias: capturando la puesta del sol es el último libro del astrofotógrafo de renombre mundial Glenn Sturm. Sicigias es el primer libro de este tipo, ya que revela los ajustes reales utilizados para capturar cada imagen. La quinta sección es un tutorial completo que detalla minuciosamente el proceso de fotografiar un eclipse solar, accesible para todos.Sobre el autorGlenn W. Sturm obtuvo su Doctorado en Derecho con honores en la Facultad de Derecho Levin de la Universidad de Florida, donde fue nombrado miembro de la Orden de la Cofia, se desempeñó como profesor asociado de investigación y redacción jurídica, y fue editor ejecutivo del Florida International Law Journal. Ejerció la abogacía y formó parte del consejo de administración de su firma, así como de su presidente corporativo, durante la mayor parte de su carrera. Glenn también fundó varias empresas que salieron a bolsa y fue fundador y director ejecutivo de Netzee, Inc., una empresa de banca por internet que salió a bolsa en 1999. Antes y durante su carrera empresarial y jurídica, Glenn sirvió como oficial comisionado del Ejército de los Estados Unidos, tanto en servicio activo como en la reserva, durante más de 30 años. En su vida profesional, es artista fotográfico y filántropo. Se esfuerza cada día por mejorar la vida de los demás mientras continúa su camino a través de más de una década de lucha contra el cáncer. En 2023, el Sr. Sturm publicó su primer libro, un éxito de ventas de Amazon, "El cáncer me liberó".

The Aim to Endeavor is a riveting journey of healing and self-examination. It begins by rooting uncomfortable emotions out of the shadows, and then flows into creative expression and the exploration of the soul. This reflective poetry ultimately brings about the realization of the architect of beauty as well as the discovery that you held the key to experiencing life's possibilities all along. Susana Henschel's method of weaving poetry into reflections is a truly unique blend of creativity. The scenic photography of stunning landscapes and historical architecture is absolutely captivating to the imagination. Her ability to intertwine the tone of her writing with this beautiful photography truly makes her book one of uniqueness that will encourage a person to ponder life's intricacies on a deeper level.

Thoughtful Composition is a photography book filled with minimalist architecture imagery and modern textures. It is a small table book that you can also take with you for beautiful inspiration.

Master the art of family, maternity, and newborn photography with proven lighting techniques and a systematic posing approach that works for subjects of all ages.<BR>Family photography presents unique challenges that can leave even experienced photographers feeling overwhelmed. Capturing genuine connections while managing multiple subjects at different developmental stages requires technical skill, creative vision, and the ability to direct with confidence. Family photographers must master multiple skills that go far beyond simply understanding their camera settings.<BR>In this comprehensive guide, photographer Sandra Coan draws from over two decades of professional experience to offer a proven system for creating beautiful, timeless family portraits. Through clear instruction and beautiful photographic examples, Sandra demonstrates how to develop a consistent, predictable routine that will help you work efficiently while producing exceptional results.<BR>Whether you work in a studio, on location, or in clients' homes, you'll learn how to confidently pose and light subjects of all ages--from newborns and babies to children and their parents--while capturing authentic connections and creating images families will treasure for generations.<BR>You'll learn: <BR>- How to craft beautiful, natural-looking light using both window light and artificial light sources<BR>- A baby-led approach to newborn posing that prioritizes comfort and safety while producing stunning results<BR>- Essential posing techniques for subjects at every developmental stage--from newborns to toddlers to school-aged children--and for both single subjects and groups<BR>- How to build a consistent posing flow that maximizes efficiency without compromising results<BR>- Composition techniques that will elevate your family portraiture and flatter your subjects<BR>- Methods for directing clients into poses that look and feel natural<BR>- Practical solutions for common challenges when photographing families<BR>- How to build your signature style through consistent lighting and posing techniques<BR>With Sandra's guidance and The Complete Guide to Family Photography by your side, you'll develop the skills and confidence you need to create beautiful, classic family portraits in any setting while providing an exceptional experience for the families you photograph.

In seinem Foto-Essay-Band "Es geht seinen Gang" verbindet der Leipziger Fotograf Bertram Kober seine eindringlichen Schwarzweißaufnahmen aus den 1980er Jahren mit Texten aus Erich Loests gleichnamigem Roman. Entstanden ist ein bewegendes Dokument, das die Atmosphäre jener Jahre zwischen Hoffnung, Routine und Melancholie spürbar macht. Kobers Fotografien zeigen Straßen, Menschen, Fassaden - das Alltägliche, Banale, Schöne und Brüchige zugleich. Durch die Kombination mit Loests literarischem Realismus entsteht ein Dialog zwischen Bild und Wort, der weit über das Historische hinausreicht: ein vielschichtiges Porträt einer Stadt und ihrer Menschen, das zeigt, wie nah Vergangenheit und Gegenwart einander noch immer sind.

Die neue Ausgabe von Elliott Erwitt's Kolor präsentiert eine frische Zusammenstellung der Farbaufnahmen des legendären Fotografen. Sorgfältig ausgewählt aus einem Archiv von fast einer halben Million Kodachrome-Dias, offenbaren die 304 Seiten ein lebendiges Kaleidoskop von Fotografien - einige über 70 Jahre alt - deren Farben bemerkenswert erhalten geblieben sind. Die Motive reichen von Weltführern bis zu verspielten Showgirls, von belebten Marktplätzen bis zu Militärlagern, von Las Vegas bis Venedig - alle durchdrungen von Erwitts unverkennbarem trockenen Humor und feinem Gespür.

Amerikana - concerning or characteristic of America, its civilization, or its culture; broadly, this is typical of America. In a series of photographs, many of which are frequently paired, Mark John Ostrowski provides a series of photographs that places doubt on the ability of any one, or even a series of photographs, to broadly typify a culture. The background story is that Ostrowski was born in America, but moved to Spain many years ago, and has returned to America to investigate memories and a place that is no longer home. Many of his paired photographs provide contrasting viewpoints to a similar subject and investigates the broad diversity and contradictions that can be found in any culture, least a country as expansive as America. His photographs show in a documentary style the upbeat with the despondent, the light and airy as opposed to the dark and moody situations. Ostrowski's photographs are but save for one color photograph, black and white. The outside borders indicate that the photographs may have been made by either a view camera or medium format camera, but nevertheless of the type of camera, there is spontaneity within the photographs, and usually a direct contact between the photographer and his subject. Ostrowski is a street photographer with a practiced eye for both the humorous as well as the poignant situations and has created an interesting narrative about Amerikana. Introductory essay by Antonio Molinero Cardenal with the text provided only in Spanish.

When life overwhelms us, we forget that we have a treasure outside our door - a nature where we can escape to. Or, simply, we can pick up a book and transfer ourselves to another world.Tropical Paradise is a mini vacation for your busy, overworked mind. It is a journey to a warm place that takes your breath away. You forget all your worries for the moment. You can take your shoes off, clear your mind, and enjoy beautiful scenery. I welcome you to indulge your senses of seeing and feeling while you look at the photos of beaches, seascapes, cloudscapes, sunrises and sunsets. It is a celebration of simply being alive. The world gives us so many beautiful moments. Sunrise is a promise of new beginnings. Every day can be a start of something new. A day gives us opportunities to play with our dreams. A sunset is a celebration of each day lived. Let's take a break from the overwhelming world, and just be in the present moment and look closely around, see and feel. Life is truly a gift.Welcome to Tropical Paradise, where your worries melt away and everything is well with the world.

With Surf Tribe, photographer Stephan Vanfleteren shows that there is far more to surf culture than just sport and competition. Surfing is also about a deep admiration and respect for the ocean, as well as the feeling of insignificance when confronted with the forces of nature. Surfers use the waves for fun, but also to forget and to battle, both with others and with themselves. <BR><BR>Vanfleteren looks beyond the traditional borders of the United States and Australia and searches the globe for people who live in places where sea and land meet. He documents a fluid community, with nature as its sole leader. He has sought out young talent, living icons, and old legends, both competitive and free surfers. <BR><BR> The photographs here are serene black and white portraits in Vanfleteren's well-known, haunting style; as always, he reaches below the surface and goes to the core of his subjects. Included, amongst many others, are Kelly Slater, Gerry Lopez, John Florence, Mickey Munoz, Filipe Toledo and Stephanie Gilmore. <BR><BR> Surfer, journalist, and actor Gerry Lopez has contributed the Foreword. <BR><BR> Surf Tribe has been exhibited in Knokke-Heist (Belgium), Kunsthal Rotterdam (Netherlands), Gallery Kahmann Amsterdam (Netherlands). The next exhibition will be in June 2019 in France. If you are interested in the stories behind the book, go to: www.surftribe.be

This book is a love letter to Big Sur along the Central Coast of California, a region that inspired some of the literary greats like Jack Kerouac and Henry Miller. Haiku poems and photography paint the landscape of this region in an attempt to capture the soul and spirit of the Sur.

Die preisgekrönten Bilder, die unsere Welt bewegen.Das World Press Photo Yearbook 2026 versammelt die besten Pressefotos, Bildreportagen und Dokumentarprojekte des Jahres. Als offizielles Jahrbuch des renommierten World Press Photo Awards präsentiert es die eindrucksvollsten Arbeiten internationaler Fotojournalist*innen und Dokumentarfotograf*innen und bietet einen einzigartigen Blick auf die wichtigsten Ereignisse unserer Zeit.Seit mehr als 70 Jahren zeichnet die unabhängige Organisation World Press Photo herausragende Pressefotografie und visuelles Storytelling aus. Die im Jahrbuch versammelten Bilder dokumentieren globale Entwicklungen, gesellschaftliche Veränderungen, Konflikte, Krisen, Kultur und den Alltag von Menschen auf der ganzen Welt. Sie machen aktuelle Zeitgeschichte sichtbar und erzählen Geschichten, die weit über Schlagzeilen hinausgehen.Highlights: - Die besten preisgekrönten Pressefotos des Jahres - Herausragender internationaler Fotojournalismus und Dokumentarfotografie - Ausgezeichnete Einzelbilder, Reportagen und Langzeitprojekte - Ein einzigartiges visuelles Dokument aktueller Weltgeschichte - Das offizielle Jahrbuch des World Press Photo AwardsOb für Fotografiebegeisterte, Journalist*innen, Studierende, Medienprofis oder alle, die unsere Welt besser verstehen möchten: Das World Press Photo Yearbook 2026 vereint die eindrucksvollsten Bilder des Jahres in einem unverzichtbaren Standardwerk der internationalen Pressefotografie.

Nan Goldin's deeply personal exploration of female trauma and resistance. Sisters, Saints and Sibyls is a tribute 'to all rebellious women struggling to survive in society.' Focusing on the tragic life of her sister, Barbara, Nan Goldin weaves together a tapestry out of medical records, family photographs and mythical allusions to Saint Barbara to compose a haunting meditation on the mistreatment of female mental health in the twentieth century. Barbara's story is intertwined with Goldin's own descent into, and emergence from, addiction, shining a brutal light on the realities of trauma, abuse and mental illness. One of Nan Goldin's most important series, this timely publication is set to align with a major career retrospective opening at the Grand Palais, Paris, in March 2026.

Photography is an invitation to dance with life. It is seeing, sensing, and feeling every moment. It is playing with light and capturing what it matters. Photography is a time machine, a return ticket to the past. It is a precious moment of Now. It is a glance to the future. It is a connection with others. Photography is also a way of a wizard. Sometimes, we can capture things that we cannot see with the naked eye. We can capture a split-second movement, a shape and form that we would not see without a camera. Light is a delightful book that will surprise you and awe you and will expand your world in seeing and imagination. It will invite you to play even on a rainy day or in the darkness of the night. The book Light is filled with photographs of light. Some photos have subtle messages of inspiration. The book will encourage you to connect with others. Nowadays, we use devices and computers to communicate. It should not replace face-to-face connection and deep conversations or human touch. It talks about the benefits of natural light, as opposed to screen (blue) light that can have ill effects on us. Spending time outside can open a brand-new world of light and wonder. Natural light and nature can make a huge difference on our overall health. We can find magic anywhere if we open our eyes and hearts to see it. All we must do is to silence our minds, spend time in nature, be present and look around us. Light not only gives us hope, but also opens our eyes and hearts to what is possible.