The result of a fiveyear journey across five continents and 60 countries, this spectacular portrait of our planet is also an iconic reminder of its fragility. Yann arthusbertrand is one of the worlds bestknown aerial photographers, acclaimed for the international bestseller earth from above. The photographs were very impressive at first glance, and each picture also provided a detailed description. Yann arthusbertrand born march 1946 is an environmentalist, activist, journalist and photographer. Hes been interested in nature and wildlife from an early age. Earth from above, a 4episode, 8hour tv series then launched in 2007 and renewed for 2008, prompting arthus bertrand to begin filming of home, a documentarystyle feature film about the state of our planet and challenges facing us to protect it.
The earth from the air by yann arthus bertrand sustainability. This affordable pictureaday compilation based on abrams international bestseller earth from above presents 365 aerial photographs that offer the most revealing, eyepopping view of our world ever created. Yann arthusbertrand frsgs born march 1946 is an environmentalist, activist, journalist and photographer. Earth from space by yann arthusbertrand booksamillion. He is especially well known for his book earth from above 1999 and his films home 2009 and human 2015. Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Since its original publication in 1999, earth from above has been a touchstone for the environmental movement, selling more than three million copies worldwide. Produced under the sponsorship of unesco, the book is also a documentary record of the. After multiple journeys across five continents and sixty countries, acclaimed aerial photographer yann arthusbertrand created. Yann arthus bertrand is perhaps the best known aerial photographer on the planet.
He has sold more than 3 million copies worldwide of his seminal photo essay earth from above, a decadespanning attempt to photograph all the vistas of the planet from the sky, whether by helicopter, hot air balloon, or anything else that flies. Earth from above, updated edition author arthusbertrand, yann book condition used acceptable quantity available 2 binding hardcover isbn 10 1419722840 isbn 9781419722844 publisher harry n. Yann arthusbertrand is a french journalist and photographer of international reputation. Before giving this book as a gift, i had a chance to look through some of the gorgeous pictures. He is the chairman of goodplanet, a nonprofit association for the promotion of sustainable development. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. I made a fabric art piece using one of the photos as an inspiration, for a textile art exhibit titled art from earth from above. His seminal work, earth from above, has been published in numerous languages and was the basis for a worldwide photo exhibition. It is because of this commitment that yann arthusbertrand was designated goodwill ambassador for the. After multiple journeys across five continents and sixty countries, acclaimed aerial photographer yann arthusbertrand created a comprehensive, unforgettable survey of the earth from a spectacular vantage point. Widely known as a specialist in aerial photography around the world, arthusbertrand has published 60 books, including abrams best seller earth from above.
The film is almost entirely composed of aerial shots of. Yann arthusbertrand s powerful aerial photographs reveal the incidental beauty of the earth and its inhabitants, while the authoritative text explores current issues of sustainable development affecting the world. His photography regularly appears in magazines such as national geographic, life, geo, and sierra magazine. We have been working under the pressure of an overwhelming success, with the obsession of trying to remain equal to the task. His photos are fascinating windows to faroff places, most of which ill never see. Earth from above by arthusbertrand, yann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Yann arthusbertrands most popular book is earth from above. Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand 1999, hardcover. After multiple journeys across five continents and sixty countries, acclaimed aerial photographer yann arthus bertrand created. He has published 60 books, and since 1995, has been working on a vast project to document the state of the world.
Some of the images you ask yourself, how is that possible what i see in the picture. Yann arthusbertrand born march, 1946, french activist. Earth from above for young readers by yann arthus bertrand is a nonfiction book intended for all ages. I highly recommend taking a look at at least one of the earth from above. In this imagefilled talk, yann arthusbertrand displays his three most recent projects on humanity and our habitat stunning aerial photographs in his series the earth from above, personal interviews from around the globe featured in his web project 6 billion others, and his soontobereleased movie, home, which documents human impact on the environment through breathtaking video. Earth from above is a united nationssupported ecological project conceived and led by yann arthus bertrand. Earth from above is a united nationssupported ecological project conceived and led by yann arthusbertrand.
Aug 16, 2010 discover book depositorys huge selection of yann arthus bertrand books online. It is because of this commitment that yann arthusbertrand was. Yann arthusbertrand is an excellent photographer, and his photographs from the air are outstanding. It was in the late 70s, in kenya, while studying with his wife anne the every day life of a pride of lions that, that he truly became a photographer. See all books authored by yann arthusbertrand, including earth from above, and earth from above. His sister catherine is one of his closest collaborators. The images that were captured are just pure talent. The earth has changed a new edition of this classic book, with nearly 100 new photographs by yann arthusbertrand. This is a book with some of the most beautiful and interesting photographs i have ever seen, all of which have been taken from the air above by the well known photographer yann. Find earth from above by arthus bertrand, yann at biblio. The earth from the air is the bestselling and most popular book of aerial photography ever published. This book reveals the diversity of the worlds cultures and climes. Very few photography books become a national sensation, but earth. From a heartshaped mangrove forest in new caledonia to a flock of red ibises in venezuela, from a caravan of camels in mauritania to mt.
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Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand librarything. The result of a fiveyear airborne odyssey across five. The earth s bestkept secrets can only be seen from above. In 2006, yann started the series vu du ciel, a television documentary series of several oneandahalf hour episodes, each dealing with a particular environmental problem. Accompanied by informative captions, each breathtaking fullcolor image by renowned photographer yann arthusbertrand makes it clear why hemispheres said, life on earth will never. Yann arthusbertrand frsgs born march 1946 in paris is a french photographer, journalist, reporter and environmen. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Find earth from above by arthusbertrand, yann at biblio. The project includes a photo essaystyle collection of aerial photography produced by arthus bertrand, in which the photographer captured vistas of earth from various aircraft during a tenyear period. Yann arthusbertrands powerful aerial photographs reveal the incidental beauty. Yann arthusbertrand was born in a renowned jewellers family founded by claude arthusbertrand and michelange marion. To complete earth from above the worldrenowned aerial photographer yann arthus bertrand worked for more than five years, flying over sixty countries on every continent. Inspired by the best selling book, earth from above is a magical tour of the worlds most beautiful natural landscapes.
He is widely known for his book earth from above 1999, and his films home 2009 and human 2015 about the impact of humans on the planet. He is especially well known for his book earth from above and his film home. Yann arthusbertrand knew how to reveal to us the beauty of our earth in a way that had never before been seen while still respecting its naturalness and while often defining himself as a mere witness. Widely known as a specialist in aerial photography around the world, arthus bertrand has published 60 books, including abrams best seller earth from above. Its simultaneous worldwide release is scheduled for june 5th, 2009 world environment day. Earth from space from space, earth is a magnificent sight, splashed with vivid colors, patterns, textures, and abstract forms. Books by yann arthusbertrand author of earth from above.
Yann arthusbertrand has been portraying the state of the planet in photographs since 1995. He has also directed films about the impact of humans on the planet. Let the remarkable aerial photographs of yann arthusbertrand take you to a. The earth from above born in 1946, yann arthusbertrand has always been fond of nature. Yann arthusbertrand, traveler, photographer, and former hotair balloon pilot, is world renowned for his astonishing photography books. Dec 01, 2003 yann arthus bertrand, traveler, photographer, and former hotair balloon pilot, is world renowned for his astonishing photography books. Earth from above is the best photography book ive pick up in a long time. Through 170 images taken by remarkable photographer yann arthus bertrand for ten years in different geographies of more than 60 countries, we get a privileged perspective that discloses a planet as never seen before. After multiple journeys across five continents and sixty countries, acclaimed aerial photographer yann arthus bertrand created a comprehensive, unforgettable survey of the earth from a spectacular vantage point. Interview with yann arthus bertrand, internationally renowned aerial photographer unisdr. It is because of this commitment that yann arthus bertrand was designated goodwill ambassador for the united nations environment programme on earth day april 22nd, 2009. Apr 01, 2007 yann arthus bertrand, traveler, photographer, and former hotair balloon pilot, is world renowned for his astonishing photography books.
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Views from above can also provide telling information about the health of our planet. Click to read more about earth from above by yann arthus bertrand. From the age of 17 he became involved in the movie industry. I have two of arthusbertrands earth from above books. Earth from above, updated edition by yann arthusbertrand. Everest and mammoth hot springs, renowned aerial photographer yann arthusbertrand presents striking color images that put our home planet in a whole new perspective. Completely revised and updated, the new earth from above. Due to this involvement, yann arthus bertrand is today considered more an environmentalist and activist than a photographer. Nov 01, 2005 this is a book with some of the most beautiful and interesting photographs i have ever seen, all of which have been taken from the air above by the well known photographer yannarthus bertrand. The project includes a photo essaystyle collection of aerial photography produced by arthusbertrand, in which the photographer captured vistas of earth from various aircraft during a tenyear period. Hello select your address best sellers help new releases coupons help new releases coupons. Through 170 images taken by remarkable photographer yann arthusbertrand for ten years in different geographies of more than 60 countries, we get a privileged perspective that discloses a planet as never seen before.
His purpose was to create a record of the worlds environments as a benchmark for the fut. It gave birth to a book also entitled earth from above, of which millions of copies. There is text with each photograph that is very informative. Our earth is art, the photographer is simply the witness. Earth from above by arthus bertrand, yann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Yann arthusbertrands more than 40 books include the multimillioncopy international bestseller earth from above. It is an honor that thousands of people have traveled to view the exhibitions or buy the book. Partnership invitation earth ro aove earth from above. Yann arthusbertrand photo acquire a photograph official. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Since its original publication in 1999, yann arthusbertrands earth from above has been a touchstone for the environmental movement throughout the world, selling more than 3 million copies in all languages. Yann arthusbertrand s more than 40 books include the multimillioncopy international bestseller earth from above. Yann arthusbertrand on his groundbreaking aerials and vision for the planet stories and trends getty images.
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