Focusing on modern techniques and practices in portrait photography, this textbook serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals, students, and enthusiastic amateurs. Authored by Glenn Rand and Tim Meyer, it combines their extensive expertise to provide a balanced and thorough resource aimed at enhancing skills in this artistic discipline.
The narrative explores a mystical connection between the protagonist and the whispers of the sea and stars, suggesting an intriguing interplay of nature and the supernatural. As secrets unfold, the story delves into themes of discovery and the unknown, inviting readers to uncover the hidden messages that shape the journey. The ethereal atmosphere promises a blend of adventure and introspection, drawing readers into a world where the elements communicate profound truths.
For some kids, Long Lake, Georgia is home. But for fourteen-year-old Baker Gray, it's just another stop, another town in another state. Because of his mother's nomadic lifestyle, he's never had a best friend, never kissed a girl, and he's certainly never met anyone like Cassandra Larsson-the enigmatic, older girl whose idea of fun blurs the line between right and wrong. Being hopelessly led by emotions he's never felt, Baker finds himself plodding along dark paths paved by the girl he thinks he may love-a road to self-destruction, where vigilante justice is encouraged and bloodshed is an art form.
The story revolves around an exciting opportunity to participate in a reality show, LET'S SWITCH HOUSES, promising life-altering experiences and the fulfillment of dreams. Contestants are invited to swap homes, leading to unexpected adventures and personal transformations. The narrative explores themes of desire, change, and the impact of such a unique experience on the participants' lives. As they step into each other's worlds, they confront their aspirations and the true meaning of happiness.
I am not a monster. Ray Bridges, a professional electronics salesman, is looking for love in all the strange places. He spends most nights sneaking into support group meetings for the disabled in order to satisfy his deepest, darkest desires-to hook up with unfortunate, down-on-their-luck women who've recently lost a limb. There's a name for Ray's preference; it's called acrotomophilia, a paraphilia involving amputees.Conflicted, Ray wishes he could change. But he can't. His body won't let him. Nor will his mind. He's destined to live this life, forever. That is . . . until he meets the perfect girl. Falls in love with her. Only problem: her arms and legs are attached.Unable to find her attractive, Ray embarks on a dark, twisted journey of self-discovery, one that will force him to make an impossible choice: abandon his pursuit of true love or find a way to make it work, even if that means getting the girl of his dreams to shed an appendage. Weird, comedic, and often raunchy, Limbs is the craziest love story ever told.
Welcome to historic Lea Bay, home of maritime lore and the region's most popular pirate festival. It was also the landing site of the infamous Lords of the Deep, ruthless pirates who once pillaged the area and said to have hidden a chest full of cursed treasure.But this year's pirate festival will be different.This year, the Lords of the Deep are coming home.Recovering from the death of her husband, Daphne Jordan is thrust into a series of bizarre events leading up to the big celebration. Lea Bay locals have been reporting strange incidents. Green mist. Seismic activity. Sinister sightings in the harbor, things with scales and long, sharp teeth. Monsters. Joined by her brother-in-law and a local police officer, Daphne must solve the mystery before whatever is swimming beneath the shore surfaces for all eternity. Before the Lords of the Deep resurrect their long-dormant leader upon the Bay-and the world.
Die Arbeit untersucht die Zukunftsperspektiven von Dropshipping im E-Commerce. Der Autor erläutert das Konzept und die Grundidee, beleuchtet die Vor- und Nachteile dieser Handelsform und analysiert die Rolle von Shopify. Zudem werden die Unterschiede zwischen Dropshipping und anderen E-Commerce-Modellen anhand eines konkreten Unternehmensbeispiels herausgearbeitet. Die Ergebnisse bieten wertvolle Einblicke für Interessierte im Bereich Unternehmensführung und Management.
The strategic analysis focuses on the automobile company Audi, examining its current market position through various analytical models. It explores Audi's competitive landscape, identifying major threats and areas for improvement. The author also provides insights into how the brand navigates competition and concludes with a forward-looking perspective on Audi's future in the industry.
The book delves into the art of shaping light to enhance photography, emphasizing that light modification is key to creating impactful images. Authors Glenn Rand and Tim Meyer provide a thorough exploration of various tools and techniques, including softboxes, umbrellas, and reflectors. The text is complemented by before-and-after images and diagrams, facilitating easy learning. Starting with the fundamentals of light physics, readers will gain insights into predicting light interactions and making informed choices about light modifiers for achieving desired effects.
Fußball ist eine verletzungsträchtige Sportart. Jeder Spieler zieht sich während seiner Karriere mehr oder minder schwere Verletzungen zu. Verantwortlich hierfür sind der Stop-and-go-Charakter des Fußballs, häufige Körperkontakte und Richtungswechsel sowie die Intensität des Spiels. Dies stellt natürlich Spieler und Trainer vor ganz spezielle Herausforderungen. Auch der Umgang mit Erkrankungen kann unter den besonderen Bedingungen des Fußballs Probleme mit sich bringen. Das Buch Sportmedizin im Fußball nimmt sich dieser Thematik an und liefert dem Interessierten darüber hinaus fundierte Tipps zur richtigen (Akut-)Behandlung und Prävention (fußballspezifischer) Krankheiten und Verletzungen. Modernste Hinweise zur Leistungsdiagnostik geben Trainern und Spielern Instrumente an die Hand, um besser auf die konditionellen Voraussetzungen ihrer Spieler einzugehen, aber auch um ihr Team besser zusammenstellen zu können. Das Team um Tim Meyer bietet in diesem Buch aktuelle sportmedizinische Erkenntnisse aus der Praxis mit Weltklasseteams und macht sie für den Leser verständlich.