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The Photographic Art of William Henry Fox TalbotWilliam Henry Fox Talbot (1800-1877) is best remembered as the scientist who invented photography. Others had tried recording the images projected by a lens, but Talbot was the first to grasp the physical basis for realizing this dream and to conceive of a practical means for fixing these ephemeral images permanently onto a sheet of paper. But Talbot's considerable technical achievements have often overshadowed his growth as an artist. Larry Schaaf examines this artistic growth by bringing toget... |
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American Route 66: Home on the RoadFeaturing powerful portraits and beautiful colour images with poignant and often humorous interviews, this is a contemporary portrait of America's first highway. It documents how the heritage of Route 66 is reflected in the current conditions and rhythms of life and portrays a fresh spin on local folklore and Americana.... |
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Electronic Culture: Technology and Visual RepresentationA rich compilation of essays by some of today s leading theorists and media critics, this important book gathers a series of vital explorations into diverse forms of visualizations in a cultural environment wired into the global network. With its emphasis on the impact of the digital revolution in the late 20th century and the historical context in which it arose, Electronic Culture could not be more timely or relevant. An eye-opening exploration of the state of representation in the postmodern ... |
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The High Himalaya-- The new book by Art Wolfe, internationally acclaimed nature photographer -- Intimate interviews with world-renowned climbers Ed Viesturs, Doug Scott, and Reinhold Messner -- 160 stunning full-color photographs Art Wolfe has achieved what few photographers have attempted -- capturing the spirit of the entire Himalayan region. This stunning collection of photographs presents not only breathtaking mountain landscapes, but also the flora, fauna, and culture of the highest mountain range in the wo... |
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Wood, Wind and Water: A Story of the Operal House Cup Race of Nantucket (Wood, Wind and Water, 1)Various owners, restorers, and boat-builders share their passionate love of wooden yachts with personal stories expressing their pursuit to preserve its unique heritage, Nantucket's Opera House Cup Race, which is the East Coast's first classic yacht regatta. The race provides an opportunity to spotlight beautifully restored classic yachts at a time when fibreglass rules the waves. The location provides a rich backdrop for colourful tales spanning the 32-year history of the race. Since its foundi... |
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Banned in DC: Photos and Anecdotes from the DC Punk Underground (79-85)Sometimes being a Washington DC insider means access to political movers and shakers--sometimes, as in the case of photographer Cynthia Connolly, it means access to a great collection of photographs from the glory days of DC hardcore punk. Taken both by Connolly and an assortment of punk enthusiasts, BANNED IN DC is a set of vibrant shots that portray the anarchic spirit, pure energy, and camaraderie of the DC scene in a series of 450 black and white photographs. Major figures in the hardcore mo... |
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Dorothea Lange: The Heart and Mind of a PhotographerOne of the most important documentary photographers of our time, Dorothea Lange's revolutionary work chronicled America's struggle with poverty during the Great Depression. Her widely reproduced, classic portrait from the 1940s, "Migrant Mother," is just one of the many unforgettable images found in her stunning oeuvre of documentary works. While there have been other books on Lange's photographs, none exist with the scope and breadth of this monograph, which comes from her archives at the Oakl... |
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SunsetsTake a visual tour of the world's most exotic beaches and cityscapes at sunset, following the travels of gifted photographer Lora Drasner from her three-year circumnavigation of the globe--no passport required! With their spectrum of vibrant hues, sunsets are an inspiration in any setting, and more so when highlighting such magical places as the Galapagos Islands, Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, Australia, the United States, and more. Accompanying the more than 80 breathtaking photographs are timeless qu... |
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Lost Over Laos: A True Story Of Tragedy, Mystery, And Friendship"Deeply moving...an excellent short history of an important part of the Vietnam War...a fascinating insider's look at the rugged life of civilian photographers during wartime." -- Publishers Weekly In 1971, as American forces hastened their withdrawal from Vietnam, a helicopter was hit by enemy fire over Laos and exploded in a fireball, killing four top combat photographers: Larry Burrows of Life magazine, Henri Huet of Associated Press, Kent Potter of United Press International, and Keisaburo ... |
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