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By Kathy Peace
Finally, I was above the ground!! A lot had changed. There were all kinds of green plants growing. Flowers of all kinds- red ones, orange ones, pink ones and purple ones too!
Have you ever wondered what happens to a seed when you plant it in the ground?
When you read the flower seed you will be able to follow all the changes of the seed as it grows. Read along and enjoy bright colorful pictures of the seed as it changes daily.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Gloria Miller Schwartz
Secrets of a Man´s Garden reveals the experiences of one man´s journey with cancer. After he is diagnosed, his gardening becomes a mission, embodying his artistry and providing a surge of positive energy. His garden in fact blossoms into a metaphor for his life – sowing his legacy, expressing his love for his family, opening difficult dialogue, and preparing for transitions. Unbeknown to him, his wife begins to record in words and photographs his artistry, resolve, and wit. This book illuminates the human condition – what is hidden, what is revealed, what is lost, and what is gained. It will appeal not only to the cancer community, but to all who face life’s challenges on a daily basis. Come tour the garden where flowers, life, and hope bloom. Leiomyosarcoma is a rare and resistant cancer.All royalties go directly to the Leiomyosarcoma Direct Research Foundation.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Gloria Miller Schwartz
Secrets of a Man´s Garden reveals the experiences of one man´s journey with cancer. After he is diagnosed, his gardening becomes a mission, embodying his artistry and providing a surge of positive energy. His garden in fact blossoms into a metaphor for his life – sowing his legacy, expressing his love for his family, opening difficult dialogue, and preparing for transitions. Unbeknown to him, his wife begins to record in words and photographs his artistry, resolve, and wit. This book illuminates the human condition – what is hidden, what is revealed, what is lost, and what is gained. It will appeal not only to the cancer community, but to all who face life’s challenges on a daily basis. Come tour the garden where flowers, life, and hope bloom. Leiomyosarcoma is a rare and resistant cancer.All royalties go directly to the Leiomyosarcoma Direct Research Foundation.
FORMAT: Hardcover
By Lynda Peringian
MYSTERIES With ROSES – Supernatural Phenomenon – A Sense of Awe
VALENTINE’S DAY soon here – Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day, is known as a holiday to celebrate love, and roses are much loved and admired. Roses were the embodiment of love, spirituality, and beauty in the Middle Ages and progressing throughout history, have become a decorative symbol of earthly love. If you ask ten people to name their favorite flower, probably the majority would name the rose. Roses are given to others as a gift to express one’s love. Another holiday similar to Valentine’s Day is Sweetest Day, held on the third in October, also celebrated with Roses.
Although it is hard to believe, there are so many mysteries with roses, which are true stories, reported by people worldwide. Fresh cut long stem red roses (delivered by a florist) actually stayed alive for ten (10) weeks, a historical record! This historical record, an INCREDIBLE FIND, happened to Lynda Peringian, from Dryden, MI. This was documented in the front page of the newspaper, The Eccentric,” and witnessed by so many people. Peringian happened to be an author so she wrote a book about the true story. Now readers of her book, The “MIRACLE ROSES” – A True Story, are reporting mysteries which are connected to this book.
“A live red rose in the middle of the road!” said Connie Simmons
“A single red rose on the floor,” reported Judi Peli.
How is it possible for a nun, St. Therese, living only to the young age of 24, to touch the lives of millions of people a century after her death? Love is the answer. She was extremely full of love, not only with her family and other people, but with nature. St. Therese loved flowers, especially roses and she said, “After my death, I will let fall a shower of roses.” That she is doing, causing a sense of supernatural phenomenon, a sense of awe.
For over a century, St. Therese has kept her promise and she is known to be a powerful intercessor to these who call upon her. She also said, “I will spend my heaven in doing good on hearth.” Miracles, grace, favors, and so many good things are happening everyday by intercessions (Mediation) and they are happening worldwide. St. Therese is known as the “greatest saint of modern times,” and she touches us all with her presence from heaven. She is known with many religions (Jewish, Moslems, Christian, etc.). Although some people think she is associated with only Catholics, this is not true. She is well liked and people seek her healing and guidance. She is known as the “Little Flower,” since she thought of herself as being a small flower in a garden.
A saint is a holy person who performs miracles. St. Therese’s ability to work miracles comes from God. She is a conduit of God’s power. Can you imagine roses appearing to people and causing us all to wonder. If it happens to you, you say to yourself, “What on earth is going on?” You are wondering if this is a dream. You are not afraid, but rather pleasantly surprised, and happy with this good event… it is a blessing! St. Therese often leaves a rose as her calling card and outward sign of her presence.
Although there are no traceable explanations to the fascinations of life’s mysteries, wouldn’t you agree that life would be dull without them? Surprisingly, readers of Peringian’s inspirational book have reported roses appearing to them, usually red in color. They have been fresh cut roses, but also silk roses. The floral industry (florist, gardeners, nurseries, associations, societies, and others involved with roses) have said “fresh cut long stem roses have not lived as long as Peringian’s roses.” Take note that these roses were delivered by a florist to her house which were fresh cut roses, not roses growing outside in her backyard.
Roses usually live no longer than one to two weeks, perhaps a little longer. People all over are saying,” I never have heard of roses lasting as long as Peringian’s roses.” Peringian wondered “Why did God select me to receive those amazing roses?” That is because Peringian, a healthcare professional, likes to help people and share. She reminds people to believe in miracles and reminds us that miracles happen everyday.
Peringian’s book, A BEST SELLER with the publisher, Xlibris, is called
The “MIRACLE ROSES” – A True Story
A Conduit to St. Therese
This book works as a conduit (connector to help people) and readers advice to others who are seeking answers to their prayers, an intercession from St. Therese, or other guidance, is to keep it simple, not a large list. Whether or not your prayer gets answered, either way, say “Thank you Lord. I have many blessings and appreciate them all.” She says in her book, “Do not take things for granted. GOD IS IN CONTROL.”
The “MIRACLE ROSES” – A True Story
A Conduit to St. Therese
By Lynda Peringian, MS RD Third Edition 2010
The Four Preserved “MIRACLE ROSES” are being donated so everyone can enjoy them. One donated already is on display at the Heritage Hall located at The National Shrine of the Little Flower, Royal Oak, MI. (church dedicated to St. Therese).
Subjects: Inspiration, Miracles, Religion, Roses, St. Therese ISBN 978-4535-8438-5 Inspiration and reference book for nature and garden groups, prayer and religious groups. Beautiful classic… very unique, softcover, 36 pages, easy to read, for all religions, all ages.
ORDERS at www.Amazon.com
www.Xlibris.com or phone us anytime 1-888-795-4274
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www.shrinechurch.com (see gift shop) or phone 248-541-4122 ext. 418 gift shop
Quantity discounts to non-profit groups are available with Xlibris.
PRAISES:
“I think it is the love and dedication in Lynda’s heart that made those amazing roses stay alive so long. Her parents and this world are fortunate to have her in it."
—Dr. Eric L. Matteson / Mayo Clinic
"Mayo Clinic is very challenging being a patient and this book really helped us."
—Bruce Avent/Boliver, TN 4-8-09
"I slept so sound without my medication after reading the book, The "MIRACLE ROSES" - A True Story! This incredible book has inspired me on the care plan of my son with Mayo Clinic."
—Jenny Poole/Oxford,MS. 3-2009
"A SPIRITUAL CONNECTION happened recently with me due to the book, The "MIRACLE ROSES" - A True Story. I met Lynda, read her book, and soon had a good change in my life. Not only that, I had a rose event happen with a single red rose at the same time. Thank you Rose Lady (Lynda) and thanks to our Lord."
—Judi Pelle / Beaumount Hospital
“After being amazed hearing about the book, The “MIRACLE ROSES”- A true Story, I informed my sister. That same day she found out about the book, she was driving down a busy highway. She was surprisingly shocked to see a long lived red rose in the middle of the road! She felt good when this happened, thanked God, and then phoned me with the good news. “
—Connie Simons/Davison, MI
“After being inspired by reading this book, and just receiving another copy which I bought for a friend, I had a pleasant rose event happen to me! That evening a beautiful live red rose was next to me at dinner and there were no other roses in the restaurant. So many good things have happened to me since!”
—Mary Ann Gibson, FL
“Through a miracle, I received this book at low point of my life, which gave me comfort and inspiration.”
—Judy Arteaga/Normal, Il
"This uplifting book inspires readers with her interesting story and messages of hope and faith flow from the pages.”
—The County Press
“This true story is a CLASSIC…very unique. God created those miraculous roses and had Peringian write this fascinating story.”
—Dewey Little / Editor
“ What a truly inspirational book and a remarkable story! It is told and presented very well.”
—William C. Roush / Attorney
“A heart warming story with a message about believing.”
—Nyal Bischoff / Long Term Care Specialist
“This inspirational book is thought provoking and great for classroom study.”
—Marilyn Wagner / Teacher
"Due to recently meeting Peringian, author of the new book, The "Miracle Roses"- A True Story, I have had blessings happening weekly. My one friend's newborn baby, who was very ill, suddenly is getting better! This is exciting and all due to Lynda and her book!"
-Sherry Smith/ Beaumount Hospital 6-22-2008
"WOW!...Fun, easy to read, and a CLASSIC! Not only is this book extremely helpful to lift your spirits, but everyone will benefit by reading it in our tough economic times now."
—Joan Cox 2-5-2009
"How fortunate to have met the author at Mayo Clinic! Peringian's book is very inspirational, touched my heart, and I'm buying copies to give others so they can also get inspired."
—Nancy L. Peek/Valparaiso, IN. 4-12-09
"I saw a white long live rose at the side of the highway! This happened after my wish got answered due to my prayer with Linda and her book on January 20."
Hope Landry / Bloomfields, MI
"Just after talking about the book The ''MIRACLE ROSES'' - A True Story, I saw a beautiful white live long stem rose. It was in the middle of my parking lot space at the Cortes Store."
Marjorie Yedlin/Michigan
2-5-2012
This beautiful classic inspirational book with color photos is unique—one of its kind! It is a perfect gift for everyone, easy to read, and ideal for classroom study groups (religion, garden, and nature). It is a must-have book for bookstores, libraries, schools, churches, synagogues, museums, florist and gift shops, garden and nature centers, coffee tables, and places everywhere…..a practical book for all people of all religions to enjoy!
About the Author
Lynda Peringian, R.D., M.S., C.P.C., has written another reference book, been published in numerous healthcare journals, won national awards, and elected in many Who’s Who in America groups. She enjoys country living in Michigan.
The "MIRACLE ROSES" – A True Story * by Lynda Peringian
Soft cover $15.99; includes photos; 35 pages; ISBN: 1-4134-7868-9
For the Press: To request a complimentary paperback review copy, contact the publisher, Xlibris (888) 795-4274 x. 7461.
Tearsheets may be sent by regular or electronic mail to Marketing Services. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 7876. We welcome hearing from you.
Happy reading!
FORMAT: Softcover
By Lynda Peringian
Although it is hard to believe, there are so many mysteries with roses, which are true stories, reported by people worldwide. Fresh cut long stem red roses (delivered by a florist) actually stayed alive for ten (10) weeks, a historical record! This historical record, an INCREDIBLE FIND, happened to Lynda Peringian, from Dryden, MI. This was documented in the front page of the newspaper, The Eccentric," and witnessed by so many people. Peringian happened to be an author so she wrote a book about the true story. Now readers of her book, The "MIRACLE ROSES" - A True Story, are reporting mysteries which are connected to this book.
"A live red rose in the middle of the road!" said Connie Simmons
"A single red rose on the floor," reported Judi Peli.
Although there are no traceable explanations to the fascinations of life's mysteries, wouldn't you agree that life would be dull without them? Surprisingly, readers of Peringian's inspirational book have reported roses appearing to them, usually red in color. They have been fresh cut roses, but also silk roses. The floral industry (florist, gardeners, nurseries, associations, societies, and others involved with roses) have said "fresh cut long stem roses have not lived as long as Peringian's roses." Take note that these roses were delivered by a florist to her house which were fresh cut roses, not roses growing outside in her backyard.
Roses usually live no longer than one to two weeks, perhaps a little longer. People all over are saying," I never have heard of roses lasting as long as Peringian's roses." Peringian wondered "Why did God select me to receive those amazing roses?" That is because Peringian, a healthcare professional, likes to help people and share. She reminds people to believe in miracles and reminds us that miracles happen everyday.
PRAISES:
"I think it is the love and dedication in Lynda's heart that made those amazing roses stay alive so long. Her parents and this world are fortunate to have her in it." -Dr. Eric L. Matteson / Mayo Clinic
"After being inspired by reading this book, and just receiving another copy which I bought for a friend, I had a pleasant rose event happen to me! That evening a beautiful live red rose was next to me at dinner and there were no other roses in the restaurant. So many good things have happened to me since!"
-Mary Ann Gibson, FL
"This uplifting book inspires readers with her interesting story and messages of hope and faith flow from the pages."
-The County Press
"This true story is a CLASSIC...very unique. God created those miraculous roses and had Peringian write this fascinating story."
- Dewey Little / Editor
This beautiful classic inspirational book with color photos is unique-one of its kind! It is a perfect gift for everyone, easy to read, and ideal for classroom study groups (religion, garden, and nature). It is a must-have book for bookstores, libraries, schools, churches, synagogues, museums, florist and gift shops, garden and nature centers, coffee tables, and places everywhere.....a practical book for all people of all religions to enjoy!
FORMAT: Hardcover
By Warren Krupsaw
Actually, there is but one Dahlia represented among these 76 plates. Whereas the genus Passiflora is disproportionately featured with 13 different species.
If one is looking for a book about identifying different flowers, this is not the book for you. If, on the other hand, one is looking for a picture book celebrating the singular beauty, pattern, color, and structure of certain particular flowers that have appealed to this photographer over the years, then keep reading (and looking).
What do I know about flowers? Very little it turns out. Neither botonist nor horticulturist, I’m not even a florist, but as a photographer, I do know what “catches my eye,” excites me, and/or stimulates me enough to do the work required.
As a photographer, it has always been my belief that if the imagery is powerful enough, any accompanying text is redundant, unnecessary, or distracting. But how many books does one see these days, besides exhibition catalogues or monographs that exclude all text? Besides that, when I see a photography book that interests me (not too often), obviously the pictures come first, but there is always the question of who is this photographer and how did they arrive at this point.
By now the reader must be getting some sense that this book is more about the photographer than the photographs, so if my words are not directly related to the pictures, at least one will come away with a fair understanding of my philosophy of photography.
Even in college, my thesis was about the subjectivity of perception so for quite some time it has been my feeling that we all “see” (perceive) differently. In graduate school (Rhode Island School of Design, 1966-1968) while reading THE DAYBOOKS OF EDWARD WESTON, my greatest influence, I very much resonated with his stated desire “to reveal the essence of the thing” and “to perceive more clearly than the eye can see.”
Taking the time for close observation, my subjects often reveal themselves in wonderous ways. As a kind of “visual organizer,” I also closely identify myself with Weston’s contention that “composition is the strongest way of seeing.”
Whether sheer escapism from modern alienation, flower pornography (as one friend has suggested), or simply an album of close encounters of the floral kind, here is an offering of my best flower images.
One of my teachers (Minor White, 1908-1976) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1966, taught us that if you can quiet yourself down enough to make a connection with the subject, and everything else is just right, the resulting photograph can be therapeutic; that is my g o a l . < b r > < b r > < b r > � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
Photographically, at least in terms of equipment, I am a dinosaur. The 35mm camera I use (Leicaflex SL-2) hasn’t been made for 30 years. For all close-up and macro work the 60 mm lens (usually with 2x-extender) is utilized. Other Leitz lenses include 21, 35, 90, and 250 mm. Whenever feasible a tripod is used so the longer exposures, necessitated by closing the lens down (f/l6) for maximum depth of field, are usually not a problem unless the wind is blowing.
All work is by natural light; no flash, no filters. For the most part this is table-top photography (I often use a trash can or improvise with whatever is at hand).
A cut bloom (yes! as one incredulous grower exclaimed, I work with dead flowers) is turned every-which-way with one eye shut so as to more closely replicate the camera’s mono-vision and then carefully placed on black velvateen or some natural form (coral, piece of bark, etc.) spray painted matte black. This is then positioned in most instances so my subject is back lit, thereby standing out from the background.
Transparency film has been used for all except the Dahlia; originally working with Kodachrome and then whatever Ektachrome was considered “in.”
Film and slides are digitized using a dedicated film scanner (Nikon Cool-Scan 5000) and then printed (Epson 2200) via Photoshop.
Generally, I consider myself a “straight” photographer so any “enhancement” for the most part involves additional background reduction.
Of course all the usual admonitions and truisms apply: crop with your camera, bracket your exposures, try to develop an awareness of light (keeping in mind that sometimes better color saturation occurs in open shade or overcast conditions), work with one film long enough to become familiar with its characteristics, pay attention to what’s going on in the background, simplify whenever possible (less is more) and finally edit ruthlessly.
Warren Krupsaw
Bluemont, VA
August 7, 2006
REVIEW
"Your book is simply amazing.
The photographs are just outstanding and the production quite good. You have elevated the most common species like Crown Vetch (The lowly highway erosion control 'weed') to glorious status. If the flower kingdom could take on the animal kingdom this is what it would look like. The passion portraits are voluptuous in ways Georgia O'Keefe could only dreamt of painting. Everyday specimens like mallow and marigold have been enlarged to miraculous close-up splendor.
Every gardener, every photographer will relish this book and pour over these pictures again and again."
- Sally Pfoutz, Writer -
"Only ThePictureGuy (the name conferred by our four year old daughter upon that phenomenon known as Warren Krupsaw) could comprise a book where his floral subjects seem to have posed just for him. For, it is in this book that floral life seems to take a sensual and striking attitude in an effort to please their photographer. Each page of this book contains an image that is not only crisp and perfect in detail (as expected) but is intriguing in its composition -- as if the flowers presented themselves at their most beautiful and the moment was captured forever."
- Mike Cable, Photographer -
"Warren Krupsaw offers a collection of garden artistry captured on film using time-honored methods honed as a young photographer and perfected during a long, rewarding career. Images are recorded on a tripod mounted 35mm camera as a tonally-rich, compositionally rational and engaging subject, but this does not touch on the contemplative nature of each inspired portrait. Natural light indeed moves the eye around complex detail and form, revealing the architecture of nature via Warren's elegant fine art photographs.
From the musical splay of Virginia Waterleaf, tonal delicacy of Star Flower, to the fireworks of Passiflorae, our eyes feast upon this offering of Portraits of Passion and Other Dalliances. We marvel..."
-Wanda Remington, Artist and Art Critic-
"At the turning of every page, I think I have identified my very favorite -- then I see the next one. You have really created a collection of Beauty (capital "B")."
-Barbara Chapman, Therapist-
"Congratulations on the publication of this wonder-full book of horterotica. I find a consciousness in the photos that could be called Japanese -- the intense focus on essence that makes one see a familiar thing as utterly new and even unique. The book is a delight."
-Dennis C. Turner, Psychiatrist-
"I just wanted to let you know that 'Dalliances' finally arrived. Beautiful! I showed it to a friend the other day and he was amazed. How could he not be?"
-Thomas Bennett, Retired Financial Advisor-
"I have just found your beautiful b
FORMAT: Softcover
By Warren Krupsaw
Actually, there is but one Dahlia represented among these 76 plates. Whereas the genus Passiflora is disproportionately featured with 13 different species.
If one is looking for a book about identifying different flowers, this is not the book for you. If, on the other hand, one is looking for a picture book celebrating the singular beauty, pattern, color, and structure of certain particular flowers that have appealed to this photographer over the years, then keep reading (and looking).
What do I know about flowers? Very little it turns out. Neither botonist nor horticulturist, I’m not even a florist, but as a photographer, I do know what “catches my eye,” excites me, and/or stimulates me enough to do the work required.
As a photographer, it has always been my belief that if the imagery is powerful enough, any accompanying text is redundant, unnecessary, or distracting. But how many books does one see these days, besides exhibition catalogues or monographs that exclude all text? Besides that, when I see a photography book that interests me (not too often), obviously the pictures come first, but there is always the question of who is this photographer and how did they arrive at this point.
By now the reader must be getting some sense that this book is more about the photographer than the photographs, so if my words are not directly related to the pictures, at least one will come away with a fair understanding of my philosophy of photography.
Even in college, my thesis was about the subjectivity of perception so for quite some time it has been my feeling that we all “see” (perceive) differently. In graduate school (Rhode Island School of Design, 1966-1968) while reading THE DAYBOOKS OF EDWARD WESTON, my greatest influence, I very much resonated with his stated desire “to reveal the essence of the thing” and “to perceive more clearly than the eye can see.”
Taking the time for close observation, my subjects often reveal themselves in wonderous ways. As a kind of “visual organizer,” I also closely identify myself with Weston’s contention that “composition is the strongest way of seeing.”
Whether sheer escapism from modern alienation, flower pornography (as one friend has suggested), or simply an album of close encounters of the floral kind, here is an offering of my best flower images.
One of my teachers (Minor White, 1908-1976) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1966, taught us that if you can quiet yourself down enough to make a connection with the subject, and everything else is just right, the resulting photograph can be therapeutic; that is my g o a l . < b r > < b r > < b r > � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
Photographically, at least in terms of equipment, I am a dinosaur. The 35mm camera I use (Leicaflex SL-2) hasn’t been made for 30 years. For all close-up and macro work the 60 mm lens (usually with 2x-extender) is utilized. Other Leitz lenses include 21, 35, 90, and 250 mm. Whenever feasible a tripod is used so the longer exposures, necessitated by closing the lens down (f/l6) for maximum depth of field, are usually not a problem unless the wind is blowing.
All work is by natural light; no flash, no filters. For the most part this is table-top photography (I often use a trash can or improvise with whatever is at hand).
A cut bloom (yes! as one incredulous grower exclaimed, I work with dead flowers) is turned every-which-way with one eye shut so as to more closely replicate the camera’s mono-vision and then carefully placed on black velvateen or some natural form (coral, piece of bark, etc.) spray painted matte black. This is then positioned in most instances so my subject is back lit, thereby standing out from the background.
Transparency film has been used for all except the Dahlia; originally working with Kodachrome and then whatever Ektachrome was considered “in.”
Film and slides are digitized using a dedicated film scanner (Nikon Cool-Scan 5000) and then printed (Epson 2200) via Photoshop.
Generally, I consider myself a “straight” photographer so any “enhancement” for the most part involves additional background reduction.
Of course all the usual admonitions and truisms apply: crop with your camera, bracket your exposures, try to develop an awareness of light (keeping in mind that sometimes better color saturation occurs in open shade or overcast conditions), work with one film long enough to become familiar with its characteristics, pay attention to what’s going on in the background, simplify whenever possible (less is more) and finally edit ruthlessly.
Warren Krupsaw
Bluemont, VA
August 7, 2006
REVIEW
"Your book is simply amazing.
The photographs are just outstanding and the production quite good. You have elevated the most common species like Crown Vetch (The lowly highway erosion control 'weed') to glorious status. If the flower kingdom could take on the animal kingdom this is what it would look like. The passion portraits are voluptuous in ways Georgia O'Keefe could only dreamt of painting. Everyday specimens like mallow and marigold have been enlarged to miraculous close-up splendor.
Every gardener, every photographer will relish this book and pour over these pictures again and again."
- Sally Pfoutz, Writer -
"Only ThePictureGuy (the name conferred by our four year old daughter upon that phenomenon known as Warren Krupsaw) could comprise a book where his floral subjects seem to have posed just for him. For, it is in this book that floral life seems to take a sensual and striking attitude in an effort to please their photographer. Each page of this book contains an image that is not only crisp and perfect in detail (as expected) but is intriguing in its composition -- as if the flowers presented themselves at their most beautiful and the moment was captured forever."
- Mike Cable, Photographer -
"Warren Krupsaw offers a collection of garden artistry captured on film using time-honored methods honed as a young photographer and perfected during a long, rewarding career. Images are recorded on a tripod mounted 35mm camera as a tonally-rich, compositionally rational and engaging subject, but this does not touch on the contemplative nature of each inspired portrait. Natural light indeed moves the eye around complex detail and form, revealing the architecture of nature via Warren's elegant fine art photographs.
From the musical splay of Virginia Waterleaf, tonal delicacy of Star Flower, to the fireworks of Passiflorae, our eyes feast upon this offering of Portraits of Passion and Other Dalliances. We marvel..."
-Wanda Remington, Artist and Art Critic-
"At the turning of every page, I think I have identified my very favorite -- then I see the next one. You have really created a collection of Beauty (capital "B")."
-Barbara Chapman, Therapist-
"Congratulations on the publication of this wonder-full book of horterotica. I find a consciousness in the photos that could be called Japanese -- the intense focus on essence that makes one see a familiar thing as utterly new and even unique. The book is a delight."
-Dennis C. Turner, Psychiatrist-
"I just wanted to let you know that 'Dalliances' finally arrived. Beautiful! I showed it to a friend the other day and he was amazed. How could he not be?"
-Thomas Bennett, Retired Financial Advisor-
"I have just found your beautiful b
FORMAT: Hardcover
By Vera Milestone
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FORMAT: Softcover
By Vera Milestone
No Description Available.
FORMAT: Hardcover
By J. Franklin Willis
Of Roses and Poets is a collection of photographic rose portraits and vintage poems. The portraits are the work of J. Franklin Willis and the poems date from the mid-sixteenth century to the early twentieth century. Also included is a brief exploration of rose mythology: Greek, Roman, Hindu, Arab, Jewish and Christian.
Why roses and poems now? In a time otherwise shattered by violence, messages of beauty, love and honor are whispered to the very soul of humanity through the presence of roses and the words of poets. When images of terrorism flood the media, we may find comfort in these verbal and visual images.
Some roses speak of beauty, some of pride or even honor, while others hold a mischievous quality that flirts with our essence. Some roses remind us of romances and lovers, while poets gift us with words that bring to life emotions, the vapors that inhabit the soul and the very spirit of humanity that can lift us above a sometimes cruel world. This collection of poems has only two common qualities: I like each poem and each poem speaks to something within me.
I hope these images and poems speak to something within you and you find your private conversation with this volume adds to your peace of mind.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Richard Moore
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FORMAT: Softcover
By Augustus E. Anderson, Jr., M.D.
OF HEARTS AND ROSES is an account of how the living rose, truly one of nature’s most beautiful transformations, is tenderly coaxed into being by human hand, supplemented with humble attempts to preserve for just a while longer in the grand scheme of the Eternal its fleeting splendor on canvas. While the rose has been given center stage, there is an attendant people story here. Two separate souls, well past their tender years, find happiness and enduring love, as the glamour of the rose is interwoven with events of the heart.
FORMAT: Softcover
By Augustus E. Anderson, Jr., M.D.
OF HEARTS AND ROSES is an account of how the living rose, truly one of nature’s most beautiful transformations, is tenderly coaxed into being by human hand, supplemented with humble attempts to preserve for just a while longer in the grand scheme of the Eternal its fleeting splendor on canvas. While the rose has been given center stage, there is an attendant people story here. Two separate souls, well past their tender years, find happiness and enduring love, as the glamour of the rose is interwoven with events of the heart.
FORMAT: Hardcover
By Leah Mensah
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FORMAT: Softcover
By Leah Mensah
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FORMAT: Hardcover
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