Over a period of five years, he travelled the country by road recording his unique experience on film and video. A book by definition only, this epic collection of worldclass photography showcases peters most stunning visions from the world around us. By 1989 lik had returned to the united states for a short expedition before taking on a massive project in the early 2000s to photograph landscapes of all 50 states. Fifty thousand miles and 1,000 rolls of film later, the biggest challenge of my life was completed. Text by julietta henderson, design by cameron lebherz. The spiritual decline of a nation sure word ministries, inc. Sep 03, 2007 what is makes up the spirit of american.
Transferred to digital using stereo gear on background photo. Peter lik corporation las vegas, nv business information. Spirit of america by peter lik meet your next favorite book. Lik s stature as a photographer has been indisputably confirmed with his receipt of the award of master photographer from both the australian institute of professional photography aipp and the professional photographers of america. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Peter is a selftaught landscape photographer who made the journey to the united states in 1984 to photograph landscape in all 50 states. Spirit of america by peter lik 2006, hardcover for sale. Lik s stature as a photographer has been indisputably confirmed with his receipt of the award of master photographer from both. Spirit of america is a development and relief services charity located in arlington, va. Spirit of america peter lik, 2003, charles dickens. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. But david mcculloughs new the american spirit is a happy exception. The true spirit of a kind america is all around us new chicken soup for the soul book showcases the compassion and generosity of americans cos cob, conn.
Spirit of america by peter lik this book does not have the shrink wrap on, but is in brand new condition and is unread. To the lower right corner of the composition is a handwritten artist signature and print edition, listed 454 of 950. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Lik s stature as a photographer has been indisputably confirmed with his receipt of. This color photograph depicts a closeup view of the american flag, which is blurred and caught midwave as its patterns overlap each other. Spirit of america mutual funds are available exclusively by david lerner associates, inc. Spirit of america limited edition photography by peter lik. Peter s book, spirit of america, chronicles his exciting american adventure. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Find and compare hundreds of millions of new books, used books, rare books and out of print books from.
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When i captured all 50 of the united states for my 1989 book, spirit of america. Photos from the project were later collected in his 2003 coffee table book, spirit of america. To report a lost or stolen credit card, call 18778485092. In a spontaneous decision, i decided to create an image that would depict this ultimate symbol of patriotism high above the city streets. The product of an epic road trip to every state in the country, peter liks is a testament to the power and beauty of nature that we sometimes miss in our own backyard. I cannot tell you how blessed i am to be an american citizen. Like most of the other competing vehicles, the engine was exmilitary. Spirit of america by peter lik panorama photograph print 27 18 x 18 58 inches 69 x 46 cm.
I love this nation and highly respect all that our founding fathers did to establish this nation upon godly principles. Sep 07, 2009 spirit of america craig breedloves land speed record 1963 duration. Lik spent the early 1990s working for the tourism department of queensland, australia, traveling through the outback and photographing littleseen areas. I have been to your gallery in las vegas in ceasars palace and signed your guest book on 9232011. The highlights of this trip are mentioned in spirit of america, his book. Lik fine art while shooting the vegas city skyline from the rooftop of the rio hotel, i was. Spirit of america productions macys thanksgiving day parade. After five years of painstakingly seeking out the perfect shot in each region using his trademark colourdrenched panoramic technique, lik produced a book of landscape photography packed with stunning, elemental scenes.
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Highlights of this odyssey can be found in his book spirit of america. The product of an epic road trip to every state in the country, pe. Peter lik limited edition photograph spirit of america ebth. Worldrenowned, highly awarded, and boasting a huge international following, liks journey had humble origins. The first 100 people in attendance received a copy of one of peter s books. One of liks most notable projects, spirit of america. Spirit of america by peter lik hardcover book, 192 pages see other available editions description spirit of america is the result of an epic road trip undertaken by renowned landscape photographer peter lik.
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Apr 18, 2017 the american spirit reminds us of core american values to which we all subscribe, regardless of which region we live in, which political party we identify with, or our ethnic background. Peter lik s family heritage has always played a big role in his life and photography career. However, as i look around at the spiritual condition of our nation today, my heart grieves. Peter lik has 29 books on goodreads with 306 ratings. Peter lik limited edition photograph spirit of america. After a thousand rolls of film, peter lik had finished his journey. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. It is amazing how he gets his photos incredibly sharp and crisp. A look into the personal life of photography mogul peter lik.
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Art brokerage is the leading secondary resale source for peter lik cibachromes and fuji panormama prints. Images of a timeless land isbn 9781876585037 2004 las vegas and beyond isbn 1876585293. Lik spent the early 1990s working for the tourism department of. After five years of painstakingly seeking out the perfect shot in each region using his trademark colourdrenched panoramic technique. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Spirit of america mutual funds energy fund soaex ny, nj. See all books authored by peter lik, including a panoramic journey through australia, and sydney the harbour city, and more on. The spirit of america offers an angled entranceway while exceeding ada guidelines with a 1. A short history of the late extraordinary outpouring of the spirit of god, in the western states of america, agreeably to. Amazon price new from used from hardcover please retry. Books by peter lik author of spirit of america goodreads. Things like freedom for all, equality, individualism, materialism, etc.
Born in melbourne, australia, to czech immigrants, it was his parents gift of a kodak brownie camera on his eighth birthday that set young peters course. A panoramic photograph of a wharf in mexico from a previous work by peter lik. Arranged chronologically, the texts of these speechesmost were university graduation talksreveal both mcculloughs the wright brothers, 2015, etc. Soa has solicited money for special forces troops operating in afghanistan and for the 1st marine division in iraq. For collector inquiries, please click the request a quote link to the right. After opening four galleries in the sin city, he opened nine more in different parts of the us. New york four years ago, on the eve of the victory of obama in the 2008 election, i attempted to define what america is. As a photographer, peter lik managed to construct his image in a way that he won awards of master photographer from the professional photographers of america and the australian institute of professional photography. Cynthia gary takes comfort in remembering that her mother, as an african american child in the segregated south in the 1950s, was welcomed to the front of the bus by her white. Fund prospectuses and summary prospectuses, if any, contain this and other information about the funds, and may be obtained by contacting your investment counselor, viewing on the spirit of america funds site, or calling 18003673000, or by mail.
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