A Life in Pictures

A Life in Pictures
Author: Douglas Kirkland
Publisher: G Editions LLC
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780988174580

-This comprehensive volume of images honors Douglas Kirkland, the talented photographer who has been such an integral leading force in contemporary culture and photography -Will appeal to Kirkland fans craving a comprehensive collection of all his iconic photographs, from Princess Diana and Prince Charles' wedding day kiss to Marilyn Monroe swathed in silk bed linen Douglas Kirkland has amassed an impressive body of work throughout his 50-year photography career, his images running the gamut from stars and filmmakers, to classics and collectables, to love and nudes. Here, the photographer presents a collection of his images accompanied by a story of his career's development told from his perspective. Kirkland worked for such publications as Look Magazine and Life Magazine, but his career took off with his legendary 1961 Marilyn Monroe shoot for Look's 25th anniversary issue, the photographs from which are still recreated by stars today. Featuring an insightful foreword by acclaimed director Baz Luhrmann and his award-winning wife, Catherine Martin, this volume reveals both Kirkland and his prolific work.

What Do Pictures Want?

What Do Pictures Want?
Author: W. J. T. Mitchell
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2013-12-23
Genre: Art
ISBN: 022624590X

Why do we have such extraordinarily powerful responses toward the images and pictures we see in everyday life? Why do we behave as if pictures were alive, possessing the power to influence us, to demand things from us, to persuade us, seduce us, or even lead us astray? According to W. J. T. Mitchell, we need to reckon with images not just as inert objects that convey meaning but as animated beings with desires, needs, appetites, demands, and drives of their own. What Do Pictures Want? explores this idea and highlights Mitchell's innovative and profoundly influential thinking on picture theory and the lives and loves of images. Ranging across the visual arts, literature, and mass media, Mitchell applies characteristically brilliant and wry analyses to Byzantine icons and cyberpunk films, racial stereotypes and public monuments, ancient idols and modern clones, offensive images and found objects, American photography and aboriginal painting. Opening new vistas in iconology and the emergent field of visual culture, he also considers the importance of Dolly the Sheep—who, as a clone, fulfills the ancient dream of creating a living image—and the destruction of the World Trade Center on 9/11, which, among other things, signifies a new and virulent form of iconoclasm. What Do Pictures Want? offers an immensely rich and suggestive account of the interplay between the visible and the readable. A work by one of our leading theorists of visual representation, it will be a touchstone for art historians, literary critics, anthropologists, and philosophers alike. “A treasury of episodes—generally overlooked by art history and visual studies—that turn on images that ‘walk by themselves’ and exert their own power over the living.”—Norman Bryson, Artforum

Akbar Emperor of India

Akbar Emperor of India
Author: Richard Von Garbe
Publisher: Namaskar Book
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2024-02-12
Genre:
ISBN:

Step into the vibrant tapestry of the 16th century with Richard Von Garbe as he paints a captivating portrait of the life and customs during the reign of Akbar, the Emperor of India. Step into the vibrant world of the Mughal Empire with Richard Von Garbe's compelling work, "Akbar, Emperor of India: A Picture of Life and Customs from The Sixteenth Century." Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of life and customs from the 16th century, exploring the fascinating intricacies of Akbar's reign and the cultural mosaic that defined the era. As Von Garbe unveils the portrait of Akbar, witness the grandeur of his court, the diversity of his subjects, and the nuanced customs that shaped daily life. Each chapter is a window into a bygone era, inviting you to experience the sights, sounds, and traditions that characterized the Mughal Empire. But here's the intriguing question that beckons: How much of Akbar's legacy and the cultural nuances of the 16th century still resonate in modern India? Von Garbe's narrative prompts readers to draw connections between the past and present, exploring the enduring impact of Akbar's reign on contemporary Indian life. Explore the vivid details of this historical masterpiece, where each description is a brushstroke painting a vivid picture of a bygone era. Von Garbe's work not only informs but transports you to a time when the Mughal Empire was at its zenith. Are you ready to journey back in time and witness the splendor of Akbar's reign in "Akbar, Emperor of India"? The past awaits your exploration. Engage with succinct, evocative paragraphs that guide you through the cultural panorama of the 16th century. Von Garbe's narrative invites you to not just read history but to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and customs of a fascinating era. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Mughal history. "Akbar, Emperor of India" is not just a book; it's a journey through time. Are you prepared to walk in the footsteps of emperors? Seize the opportunity to own a vivid portrayal of Mughal life. Purchase "Akbar, Emperor of India" now, and let the pages transport you to an era of opulence, diversity, and cultural richness.

How to Photograph Your Life

How to Photograph Your Life
Author: Nick Kelsh
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003-04-01
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781584792796

Offers a guide to capturing everyday moments using an amateur camera, including tips on do's and don'ts, phtographic techniques, special effects, and candid photographs.

Zinnia and the Bees

Zinnia and the Bees
Author: Danielle Davis
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2017-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 149654661X

Seventh-grader Zinnia's last-day-of-school got off to a bad start when she ended up in the vice principal's office for yarn-bombing a statue of the school mascot, but it is about to get a whole lot worse--because, thanks to the incompetence of Bee 641, a colony of commercial, migratory bees escaping from a truck has settled their colony in her hair.

Life

Life
Author: Cynthia Rylant
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2017-06-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481451634

Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel explore the beauty and tenacity of life. Life begins small, then grows… There are so many wonderful things about life, both in good times and in times of struggle. Through the eyes of the world’s animals—including elephants, monkeys, whales, and more—Cynthia Rylant offers a moving meditation on finding beauty around us every day and finding strength in adversity. Brendan Wenzel’s stunning landscapes and engaging creatures make this an inspiring and intriguing gift for readers of all ages.

The Funny Little Woman

The Funny Little Woman
Author: Arlene Mosel
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 42
Release: 1993-02-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0140547533

In this Caldecott Medal-winning tale set in Old Japan, a lively little woman who loves to laugh pursues her runaway dumpling—and must outwit the wicked three-eyed oni when she lands in their clutches. “The pictures are in perfect harmony with the humorous mood of the story. . . . It’s all done with a commendable amount of taste, imagination, and style.”—School Library Journal (starred review) “A beautifully convincing tale.”—The New York Times Book Review “Using elements of traditional Japanese art, the illustrator has made marvelously imaginative pictures.”—The Horn Book “Lent’s pictures are a lively blend of finely detailed, delicate drawings and rip-roaring good humor.”—The Boston Globe “A good read-aloud with lots of suspense.”—Learning Awards: ALA Notable Children’s Book Child Study Association Book of the Year The Horn Book Fanfare

A Picture-perfect World

A Picture-perfect World
Author:
Publisher: Time Life Medical
Total Pages: 60
Release: 1992
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780809493197

Introduces the plants and animals of seven habitats: rain forest, savanna, evergreen forest, arctic, desert, coral reef, and wetland. In each habitat, a panoramic view invites the reader to find a variety of wildlife hidden on the double-page.