Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand 2002, hardcover. Feel free to browse and download those photos for your personal use, as wallpapers for example. Inspired by the bestselling book and exhibition that drew over 60 million people, earth from above, is a magical tour of the worlds most beautiful natural landscapes shot in dazzling high definition. Click to read more about earth from above by yann arthusbertrand. Aug 21, 2010 earth from above is the result of the aerial photographer yann arthus bertrand s fiveyear airborne odyssey across six continents.
His photography regularly appears in magazines such as national geographic, life, geo, and sierra magazine. It is because of this commitment that yann arthusbertrand was designated goodwill ambassador for the united. It is because of this commitment that yann arthusbertrand was designated goodwill ambassador for the united nations environment programme on earth day april 22nd, 2009. Elephants in the okavango delta, botswana 1926 s 2303 e. Oct 06, 2008 earth from above by yann arthus bertrand photographer yann arthus bertrand will bring his earth from above exhibit to new york city next spring, and theres a strong environmental angle to it. Yann arthus bertrand has flown over hundreds of countries to create an extraordinary aerial portrait of our planet as never seen before. Earth from above is perhaps arthusbertrands bestknown work. 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. He has also directed films about the impact of humans on the planet. Earth from above is the result of the aerial photographer yann arthusbertrands fiveyear airborne odyssey across six continents. Its simultaneous worldwide release is scheduled for june 5th, 2009 world environment day.
Earth from above is a united nationssupported ecological project conceived and led by yann arthusbertrand. In every second of human, the photographer in yann is gorgeously apparent. I have two of arthusbertrands earth from above books. French photographerturnedenvironmentalist yann arthusbertrand, famous for the aerial photography captured in his book earth from above, as well as the. 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. I highly recommend taking a look at at least one of the earth from above. Photographer, journalist, reporter, film director, environmentalist. Its a spectacular presentation of large scale photographs of astonishing natural landscapes. His seminal work, earth from above, has been published in numerous languages and was the basis for a worldwide photo exhibition. Yann arthusbertrand has made a specialism out of aerial photography, and this. 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.
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. Completely revised and updated, the new earth from above. Earth from above interview with photographer activist yann arthus. Welcome on the official photos website of yann arthusbertrand. 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. Very few photography books become a national sensation, but earth. Following the success of earth from above, yann turned to filmmaking, specializing in feature documentaries. Yann arthusbertrand displays his three most recent projects on humanity and our habitat stunning aerial photographs in his series the earth from above. Yann arthusbertrand, traveler, photographer, and former hotair balloon pilot, is world renowned for his astonishing photography books. We never dreamed in 1993 that the project could take on such proportions ten years later. 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. Since its original publication in 1999, earth from above has been a touchstone for the environmental movement, selling more than three million copies worldwide. Yann arthusbertrand is a french journalist and photographer of international reputation. 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.
Yann arthus bertrand is perhaps the best known aerial photographer on the planet. See my calendar french only to join yann arthus bertrand, send us an email using the addresses below. Jan 01, 1999 i have two of arthus bertrands earth from above books. See all books authored by yann arthusbertrand, including earth from above, and earth from above. 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. Earth from above, a 4episode, 8hour tv series then launched in 2007 and renewed for 2008, prompting arthusbertrand to begin filming of home, a documentarystyle feature film about the state of our planet and challenges facing us to protect it. 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. Due to this involvement, yann arthus bertrand is today considered more an environmentalist and activist than a photographer. Yann arthusbertrand born march 1946 is an environmentalist, activist, journalist and photographer. Yab photo it is hard to believe that then years have already passed since i first set off on this earth from above adventure, we never dreamed that the. A database containing more that 32 000 photographs. Yann arthusbertrands more than 40 books include the multimillioncopy international bestseller earth from above. Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand photographer yann arthusbertrand will bring his earth from above exhibit to new york city next spring, and theres a strong environmental angle to it.
Earth from above by arthusbertrand, yann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Widely known as a specialist in aerial photography around the world, arthusbertrand has published 60 books, including abrams best seller earth from above. Started in 1994, the earth from above project was born from yabs dream for a general survey on the state of the earth at the eve of the 21st century an in depth project involving quite considerable means as well as a truly rigorous approach, that could only. A movie by yann arthus bertrand, 2009 answer key elt and green education worksheet prepared by george jor email. 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. Earth from above, updated edition by yann arthusbertrand. See my calendar french only to join yann arthusbertrand, send us an email using the addresses below. Earth from above is a united nationssupported ecological project conceived and led by yann arthus bertrand. 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 on his groundbreaking aerials and vision for the planet stories and trends getty images.
Home exhibitions earth from above heart in voh, new caledonia french overseas territory 2056 s 16439 e. Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand 1999, hardcover. A series of superb photos taken by yann arthusbertrand, accompanied by touching music and poetic text, showing our beautiful yet fragile earth through an eagles eye. Photographer yann arthusbertrand will bring his work back to the united states to new york city for the first time. The result of a fiveyear airborne odyssey across five continents and 60 countries, earth from above is the most revealing and spectacular portrait of our world ever created. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Yann arthus bertrand born march 1946 in paris is a french photographer, journalist, reporter and environmentalist. Photographer yann arthus bertrand will bring his work back to the united states to new york city for the first time in 2010. 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. 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. Hosted by worldfamous photographer yann arthus bertrand, this program features some of the most stunning aerial photography ever attempted. For someone like him, success is purely a raw fuel to take on new challenges, start from scratch, and move forward with purpose. Widely known as a specialist in aerial photography around the.
From the age of 17 he became involved in the movie industry. Yann arthus bertrand born march 1946 is an environmentalist, activist, journalist and photographer. His oeuvre showcases both the vibrancy of nature and the human condition, with his 2015 film human receiving numerous accolades and acclaim. The earth from above born in 1946, yann arthusbertrand has always been fond of nature. Yann arthus bertrand was born in a renowned jewellers family founded by claude arthus bertrand and michelange marion. Yann arthusbertrand in 2006 at the exhibition earth from the air in rouen, france. Yann arthusbertrands earth from above exhibition youtube. Yann arthusbertrand has been portraying the state of the planet in photographs since 1995. Most of the footage is shot from above which makes for quite simply, awesome viewing. His sister catherine is one of his closest collaborators. Yann arthusbertrand, a french photographer famous for his earth from above footage, filmed the documentary in 54 different countries all over the world, managing to reach and capture even the most remote of places.
Scientists tell us that we have 10 years to change the way we live, avert the depletion of natural resources and the catastrophic evolution of the earth s climate. He is the chairman of goodplanet, a nonprofit association for the promotion of sustainable development. Interview with yann arthus bertrand, internationally renowned aerial photographer unisdr. From a heartshaped mangrove forest in new caledonia to a flock of red ibises in venezuela, from a caravan of camels in. 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 arthusbertrand was born in a renowned jewellers family founded by claude arthusbertrand and michelange marion. Yann arthusbertrand is perhaps the best known aerial photographer on the planet. Due to this involvement, yann arthusbertrand is today considered more an environmentalist and activist than a photographer. It is hard to believe that then years have already passed since i first set off on this earth from above adventure, with my small team of followers around me. Earth from above comes to nyc photos the big picture. 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. Every stunning aerial photograph tells a story about our changing planet. Earth from above, yann arthusbertrand 9781419722844.
The earth s bestkept secrets can only be seen from above. Yann arthus bertrand has been portraying the state of the planet in photographs since 1995. Earth from above is a global traveling exhibition that will make its united states launch in new york city in spring 2010. Yann arthusbertrand, the french photographer wellknown for his series of earth from above images, is releasing a free film on 5 june. His photos are fascinating windows to faroff places, most of which ill never see. The earth from the air by yann arthus bertrand youtube. After multiple journeys across five continents and sixty countries, acclaimed aerial photographer yann arthusbertrand created. Earth from above by arthus bertrand, yann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Yann arthusbertrand born march 1946 in paris is a french photographer, journalist, reporter and environmentalist. 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 yann arthus bertrand. It is because of this commitment that yann arthus bertrand was. With a career that includes photography, filmmaking, and lifelong activism, yann is an individual for whom satisfaction does not exist.
Yann arthusbertrand born march 1946 is a renowned. He is especially well known for his book earth from above 1999 and his films home 2009 and human 2015. Our earth is art, the photographer is simply the witness. This dvd from the panoramica motion gallery is ambient in concept, there is no storytelling, no narratives, just a constant stream of compelling beauty. Yann arthusbertrand books list of books by author yann. Swiss watchmaker omega is sponsoring a shanghai exhibition featuring photographs by yann arthusbertrand, ecoactivist and one of the.
Earth from above is the result of the aerial photographer yann arthus bertrand s fiveyear airborne odyssey across six continents. Arthusbertrand traveled across eighty countries on five continents to. 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. It took about ten years for the photographer to accumulate some 150,000 pictures, from which he chose 195 to appear in this publication of 400 pages. In this imagefilled talk, yann arthus bertrand 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. Yann arthus bertrand facts, bio, family, life, updates 2020. Yann arthusbertrand photo acquire a photograph official. He understood that he had to tell the facts through images rather than words. Hes been interested in nature and wildlife from an early age. Everyone should take part in the effort, and home has been conceived to take a message of mobilization out to every human being. Earth from above by yann arthusbertrand librarything. Widely known as a specialist in aerial photography around the world, arthus bertrand has published 60 books, including abrams best seller earth from above. Hosted by worldfamous photographer yann arthusbertrand, this program features some of the most stunning aerial photography ever attempted. Since its original publication in 1999, earth from above has been a touchstone for the environmental movement, selling.
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