Pictures Of The Body

Author : Nathalie Herschdorfer
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-11
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9780500021583

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Body by Nathalie Herschdorfer Pdf

The landmark photographic survey of the human body at a moment when body image and body politics are being redefined. In a world of selfies and body shaming, Photoshopping and gender fluidity, body image has never been more at the forefront of popular cultural dialogue. Body is a definitive, democratic statement at a time when our fixation with images of the human form is greater than ever before. Curator and art historian Nathalie Herschdorfer brings together over three hundred and fifty images created predominantly in the twenty-first century that explore our relationship with the body. This watershed publication presents work from major names in art photography, including Bettina Rheims, Lauren Greenfield, Cindy Sherman, Viviane Sassen, and Sally Mann, alongside others whose fashion work has shaped our view of the human form, such as Solve Sundsbo and Daniel Sannwald. Interwoven with these major works are images that explore the numerous other ways in which we have represented the body, and the ways in which imaging of the body has been used, shared, and changed over the last quarter-century. Capturing the complex and often paradoxical relationship we have with our bodies—from fantasy to reality and curiosity to obsession—Body is a timely homage to, and introspection of, the human form as it sits in our current culture.

Author : Axel Michaels,Christoph Wulf
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781136703935

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Images of the Body in India by Axel Michaels,Christoph Wulf Pdf

This intriguing book engages with the concept of the body in its cultural context by acknowledging and demonstrating that the human body is understood differently in Western and Indian cultures. The contributors go on to show that any attempt to put forward a single concept of the body within Indian culture would be misleading. Divided into three parts, the book examines the considerable and often conflicting variations in body images and body concepts. In Part One the contributors focus on the representation of the body in religious and philosophical texts; representations that emerged from reading, translating and interpreting classical writings from diverse historical and anthropological approaches. Through predominantly ethnographic studies, Part Two explores the role of the body in narratives and ritual performance, from dance to ritualistic ceremonies. Visualisation processes of the body are examined in Part Three, focusing on developments in modern and contemporary periods: from visual practices at the Mughal court, to the multiple bodies of the bride, and the influence of new media. This volume is a fascinating collection of articles for those in the fields of sociology and anthropology, history, religion, cultural studies and South Asian studies.

Author : William A. Ewing
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Photography
ISBN : 0811807622

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The Body by William A. Ewing Pdf

The sensual curve of the shoulder, the disturbing line of a scar, the magnetic pull of a lashed eye -- since the birth of photography, images of the human body have attracted, disturbed, fascinated, and obsessed us. The body has been scrutinized by medical and anatomical photographers; it has been celebrated by photographers of sport and dance; it has inspired a long tradition of photographing the nude; and it has been depicted in phantasmagoric terms. In this rich, involving archive of over 360 duotone and color images culled from worldwide collections, renowned photo curator William A. Ewing has compiled the most comprehensive and arresting visual survey ever published of the human form. From nineteenth-century erotica to the politicized images of the 1990s, The Body offers an exciting, elegantly packaged, provocative record of the camera's infatuation with the human figure.

Author : Michael Gill
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Aesthetics
ISBN : UCSC:32106015931550

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Image of the Body by Michael Gill Pdf

Author : Lexie Kite,Lindsay Kite
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2020-12-29
Category : Beauty, Personal
ISBN : 9780358229247

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More Than a Body by Lexie Kite,Lindsay Kite Pdf

Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite know firsthand how hard filtering out media influence is when it comes to self-image. Both struggled as young women to overcome the expectations of body size and shape, but were able to learn to love, appreciate, and reclaim their own bodies, eventually earning their PhDs in body image resilience. The twin sisters founded the nonprofit Beauty Redefined and have made it their mission to help other women see themselves without societal expectations distorting their self-perception. More than a Body is a self-help book focused on going beyond body positivity, showing how a mindset focused on appearance sets women up for insecurities and self-judgement. In this book, they offer an action plan for readers to combat that mindset, and instead learn how the body can be "an instrument, not an ornament," with practical, actionable steps to take when consuming media, exercising, practicing self-reflection and self-compassion, and finding a purpose in life.

Author : Windsor Chorlton,Science Photo Library
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Body, Human
ISBN : 184403500X

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Inside the Body by Windsor Chorlton,Science Photo Library Pdf

The internal workings of the human body may be familiar to doctors, but most would consider exposed organs, tendons and glands to be unattractive. This book utilises the latest photographic technology in order to capture amazing images from within the body, turning anatomy into art.

Author : Charlotte Markey
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781108718776

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The Body Image Book for Girls by Charlotte Markey Pdf

It is worrying to think that most girls feel dissatisfied with their bodies, and that this can lead to serious problems including depression and eating disorders. Can some of those body image worries be eased? Body image expert and psychology professor Dr Charlotte Markey helps girls aged 9-15 to understand, accept, and appreciate their bodies. She provides all the facts on puberty, mental health, self-care, why diets are bad news, dealing with social media, and everything in-between. Girls will find answers to questions they always wanted to ask, the truth behind many body image myths, and real-life stories from girls who share their own experiences. Through this easy-to-read and beautifully illustrated guide, Dr Markey teaches girls how to nurture both mental and physical health to improve their own body image, shows the positive impact they can have on others, and enables them to go out into the world feeling fearless!

Author : Anna Jaskolka
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Body language
ISBN : 0572035543

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The Picture Book of Body Language by Anna Jaskolka Pdf

95% of communication is non-verbal: the shifty glance, the gentle touch, the folded arms or the hard stare. Wordless communication is instant and instinctive. So it's astonishing that we don't take time to learn the subtleties of this ancient and revealing language. Understanding the body's responses puts you in control.

Author : Wilfried Pichler
Publisher : diplom.de
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2002-03-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783832451998

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The Language of Pictures in Print Media Advertising by Wilfried Pichler Pdf

Inhaltsangabe:Abstract: Today we observe a development in which the role of language is steadily decreasing whereas the impact of pictures is increasing. This goes hand in hand with a development in which information relies more and more on visual concepts. More and more language takes the part of explaining how to read the visual presentations, more and more language takes the part of providing the background information which is necessary to understand the meaning of the visual foreground. Kress and van Leeuwen (1998) argue that Today, we seem to move towards a decrease of control over language (e.g. the greater variety of accents allowed on the public media, the increasing poblems in enforcing normative spelling), and towards an increase in codification and control over the visual (e.g. the use of image banks from which ready-made images can be drawn for the constuction of visual texts, and, generally, the effect of computer imaging technology). Although we may be aware of this tendency, we have not been taught in school how to read visual concepts and so most of us share some degree of illiteracy concerning a critical reading of information presented by images. This is remarkable because we all agree about their influence on our lives but at the same time when we do not develop analytical tools for describing what kinds of strategies, what kinds of concepts are working in visual presentations of information. We tend to overlook the importance of visual concepts simply because we generally do not know enough about their code. This paper analyses photos and language which are parts of ads, which have definitely been designed for transferring messages because they have been made to advertise one specific product. Images and the text of advertisements never are casual products like family pictures. Although the photo in the family album is coded its coding is less elaborated than the coding of pictures in ads. We have to keep in mind that many people, experts in advertising, experts in public relations were involved in the process of designing an ad before we can look at the final result. This is why ads are definitely conceptually designed because they are meant to create a specific meaning in the viewer s mind. It is a truism that no visual concept, no photo of an ad was chosen by chance. Photographs and language of ads are more likely to have been carefully constructed and selected according to the meaning they are supposed to create. This is [...]

Author : Buddy Scalera
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781440344794

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Comic Artist's Essential Photo Reference by Buddy Scalera Pdf

Supercharge your drawing with the power of photo reference! An essential foundational tool for any aspiring artist! To draw a character consistently and convincingly over an entire story or series, you need a serious reference library--all professionals use them. Inside, find more than 500 awesome-quality color photos depicting popular poses, props, outfits and activities for extraordinary and everyday comic characters--people pointing at heroes flying in the sky, lifting large objects, cowering in fear from impending doom and even doing battle in hand-to-hand combat. Lit with a superior two-source technique, these photos expose dramatic, muscle-revealing shadows and figure contours to add depth, realism and weight to every illustration. Use reference photos to: • Trick viewers into seeing 3-D places, people and things by leveraging art techniques like foreshortening, shading and perspective. • Breathe realism and action into drawings by referencing muscular models ranging in age, gender and ethnicity, brandishing guns, swords and knives while wearing everything from capes and street clothes to spandex shorts. • Explore the nuances of common facial expressions like pain, anger, fear, frustration, joy, shock, confusion and smug satisfaction. • Create dynamic poses including standing, sitting, flying, lifting, punching, kicking, smoking, screaming, drinking, laughing, sword-fighting, ducking...and more!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1994-11-01
Category : Photography
ISBN : 0811808017

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Ruth Bernhard:The Eternal Body by Anonim Pdf

For over half a century, acclaimed photographer Ruth Bernhard has worked to "simplify, isolate, and give emphasis to form with greatest clarity" in her radiant photographs of the female nude. Now, with Chronicle Books' timely reissue of her best-selling volume, The Eternal Body, Bernhard's most evocative images are once again available in a superb collection, complete with an insightfill text, that pays tribute to a living legend. Hauntingly sensual yet classically reserved, the book's ethereal duotone photographs appear to be illuminated from within so that even the simplest lines of the human form -- a draped torso, a curved neck, an angled limb -- take on a complexity not often seen in work of this kind. A master artist whose technical prowess places her among the ranks of the greatest photographers of our time, Ruth Bernhard has created a masterpiece of expression and sensitivity in The Eternal Body.

Author : Natalie McCain
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781510720947

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The Honest Body Project by Natalie McCain Pdf

Only 4 percent of women around the world consider themselves to be beautiful, according to research done by Dove, and twenty million women suffer from significant eating disorders at some point in their life—The Honest Body Project was created to combat this tragic problem of poor body image in our society. Founded by photographer Natalie McCain, this project is opening the eyes of women around the world and helping them to see the beauty both outside and inside of themselves. It is a collection of black and white portraits and stories, raw and untouched, from hundreds of women who have bared their hearts and souls to be a part of the project. Natalie tastefully photographs the women in their underwear, showing off their natural shapes and “imperfections.” There is no editing done after the fact, and the natural beauty of these women—from all backgrounds and walks of life—shines through the lens. Together, they create a beautiful, honest picture of both motherhood and what it means to be a woman. Topics include body image issues, breast cancer, depression (postpartum and otherwise), anxiety, bottle feeding versus breast feeding, aging, and more. The Honest Body Project is a breath of fresh air, breaking down walls and helping women learn that they are not alone in their hardships. It wants to help women everywhere contribute to a better world, and to learn to love themselves and appreciate their bodies for what they are: perfectly imperfect. It is time to celebrate the true form of women.

Author : Science Photo Library
Publisher : Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Science
ISBN : 1552979733

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Photographic Atlas of the Body by Science Photo Library Pdf

A dramatic pictorial tour. The desire to see and understand the inner workings of our bodies starts at an early age. The curiosity to glimpse what happens inside the body's systems, organs and even the brain is a continuing scientific quest. The magnificent illustrations in Photographic Atlas of the Body are created by imaging technologies and the latest scientific methods. Dramatic close-up photography of human anatomy is combined with clear, descriptive text to explain the human body's functions and inner workings. The images of Photographic Atlas of the Body are organized in five major sections: Imaging Techniques Cells Biological systems Tissues Brain and Senses. Each section opens with a clearly written introductory essay. Vivid, full-page images follow, each with a simple pictogram identifying the location and concise captions explaining the body part's function and significance. Sixteen types of imaging instruments and techniques are explained including: X-ray and radioactive (Barium meal) CAT scan MRI, SEM, TEM, NMR Optical and microscopy Acoustic and ultrasound. Each of these methods creates a unique portrait of the unseen world within each of us. Photographic Atlas of the Body is a valuable guide to, and reference for, the internal workings of the body.

Author : Marta Braun,Charlie Keil,Rob King,Paul Moore
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-08-22
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780861969135

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Beyond the Screen by Marta Braun,Charlie Keil,Rob King,Paul Moore Pdf

This scholarly anthology presents a new framework for understanding early cinema through its usage outside the realm of entertainment. From its earliest origins until the beginning of the twentieth century, cinema provided widespread access to remote parts of the globe and immediate reports on important events. Reaching beyond the nickelodeon theatres, cinema became part of numerous institutions, from churches and schools to department stores and charitable organizations. Then, in 1915, the Supreme Court declared moviemaking a “busines, pure and simple,” entrenching the film industry’s role as a producer of “harmless entertainment.” In Beyond the Screen, contributors shed light on how pre-1915 cinema defined itself through institutional interconnections and publics interested in science, education, religious uplift, labor organizing, and more.

Author : Kathryn Senior,David Salariya
Publisher : Franklin Watts
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Body, Human
ISBN : 0749641452

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The X-Ray Picture Book of Your Body by Kathryn Senior,David Salariya Pdf

Set off on the adventure of a lifetime. Journey deep inside the workings of the human body - a machine designed for life.