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Almost everyone can "see" in the conventional sense, but developing photographic vision takes practice Learning to See Creatively helps photographers visualize their work, and the world, in a whole new light.

Now totally rewritten, revised, and expanded, this best-selling guide takes a radical approach to creativity. It explains how it is not some gift only for the "chosen few" but actually a skill that can be learned and applied. Using inventive photos from his own stunning portfolio, author and veteran photographer Bryan Peterson deconstructs creativity for photographers. He details the basic techniques that went into not only taking a particular photo, but also provides insights on how to improve upon it—helping readers avoid the visual pitfalls and technical dead ends that can lead to dull, uninventive photographs.

This revised edition features the latest information on digital photography and digital imaging software, as well as an all-new section on color as a design element. Learning to See Creatively is the definitive reference for any photographers looking for a fresh perspective on their work.

* New edition of a best-selling title
* Updated to include digital
* All new artwork, and a totally revised and expanded text
* All-new section on color as a design element
* Written by one of Amphoto's bestselling authors.
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For years the traditional way to finance a real estate purchase was with a 5-20 percent down payment Investing in real estate in this manner was a slow go, but things have changed with the release of this new book. There are now hundreds of different methods for creatively financing your real estate investments. Smart investors know the secrets to using other peoples money to finance their investments and now for the first time you can learn how to buy houses, lots, land, and commercial properties for nothing down and in some cases even receive cash back at the closing. These truly effective techniques are closely guarded secrets that are revealed for the first time. In this new book you will learn: how to negotiate with sellers, proven effective valuation techniques, how to use other people's money, use other people's credit, sell it before you buy it or pay for it, create positive cash flow, subject-to deals, over twenty nothing down scenarios, profiting from foreclosures, dealing with over-financed properties, working with judgments and liens, quit claim deeds, discounting mortgages and liens, lease options, wraparound financing and wrap notes, using trusts, self-directed IRAs, 1031 exchanges, create assumable loans, VA loans, options, and futures. The book also includes numerous tables, reference charts, and financial tools that one can use in analyzing and financing your investments while building your personal fortune..
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Dubbed "the executive's new coach" by Fortune Magazine , Peter deLisser teaches managers how to "shut up and listen," how to make "every conversation a sales call" and even how to deal with "a boss who's a screamer ".
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Metro is a unique multi-genre creative writing book that provides exercises and prompts to help readers move beyond terms and concepts to active writing. By using "guided writing," the authors help the reader through the creative processes in fiction, poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. A mini-anthology with relevant exercises makes this sourcebook complete. For anyone interested in enhancing their creative writing skills.

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What’s It Like to Live Off Your Talents?

If you think that working from home in your pajamas—writing a book, painting a masterpiece or designing a work of art—sounds like a fun, carefree life … you’re right!

In this book, creative types discuss what life is really like when you take the plunge into creative self-employment. From waiting for clients to pay up and battling the “lonelies” to gaining self-assurance and growing your business, you’ll get a candid look at authentic living—straight from those who are out there making it happen.

This book will show you how to:

Build confidence and self-esteem in your work

Cope with rejection

Handle creative voids and time issues

Combat loneliness and isolation

Deal with anxiety, depression, and stress

Create your own support system

Maintain a strong business

Whether you are already your own boss or you’re just thinking about it, these stories will give you the strength to succeed in your own creative business.

“… A must-have for any self-employed creative … I devoured each chapter nodding my head again and again in agreement to the quirks, hurdles, and joys of self-employment.” CLAUDINE HELLMUTH, author of Collage Discovery Workshop and Collage Discovery Workshop: Beyond the Unexpected

“A truly useful and informative look at the life of the creatively self-employed. The broad scope of the profiles and advice make this book an excellent resource and source of encouragement.” TERA LEIGH, author of Complete Book of Decorative Painting and How To Be Creative If You Never Thought You Could

“[This book] is a gorgeous celebration of the creativity and joy of designing your own work life.” ANDREA SCHER, certified life coach.
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Now in its 14th edition, this classic book has sold more than 300,000 copies in earlier editions. It is a small encyclopedia on death-related problems; social, emotional, philosophica and practical It is written simply and sensitively, drawing substantially on direct experience. It is thoroughly updated from previous editions. Topics include Death Education; Living with Dying; Bereavement; The Right to Die; Simple Burial and Cremation; Funeral Consumer Organizations; Death Ceremonies; and How the Dead can Help the Living..
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