Awesome collection
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First let me say that I agree 100% with all that the other reviewers have said about the author and the subject matter. Rather than being redundant about those things let me praise the quality of this publication! This is probably the most expensive book I have ever purchased but let me say that it would be a bargain at twice the price! It is truly an awesome work of art from cover to cover and even comes packaged in an almost indestructible carton. Whether you enjoy the southwest or geological wonders or beautiful photography you will never get more for your money than this book. It is astounding!! The signed and numbered frame-able print included is an unbelievable bonus! There will only be 6000 people lucky enough to own this book. I am glad I am one of them!! I could go on and on but others have said it better than I probably would so I will just say "believe what you read about this one"!! I think you will probably find yourself asking your friends to "wash their hands" before looking at this work of art!
A tribute collection very highly recommended for any library strong in landscape photography
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Jon Ortner's oversized, full-page color photos of the Southwest embellishes an album perfect for both photography collections and those documenting the landscapes of the American Southwest. It's a deluxe, numbered, signed and limited edition of an outstanding collection of over 200 images - including 100 panoramas - shot in over 650 locations across a 130,000-square-mile area. The geology and landmarks of this region are outstanding: towers, spires, arches, domes, bridges and more. This edition is limited to 6,000 copies, so any lending library lucky enough to acquire a copy need place it in the 'reserved' area for special, limited handling. That said, it's a tribute collection very highly recommended for any library strong in landscape photography, American geology and parks, or Southwest history and culture. It's simply unparalleled in its scope, presentation, and coverage.
Prepare to re-schedule your summer vacation
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Having travelled through the south of Utah myself, I can say that this book shows you the best of places like Bryce Canyon, Canyon lands, Zion, Arches and Grand Canyon. The author has managed to show the reader lots of places that are off the beaten track and each and every photo is of an exceptional quality. Prepare yourself for rescheduling your summer vacation after reading this book.
As an bonus, my copy of the book came with a numbered print of a limited series (6000) of Antelope Canyon
Slot Canyons and other Unique Places
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I've been going to the canyon lands of the SW since the 50s and have never seen a book that captures the magic of this area like Jon Ortner's book. He's obviously done some very serious hiking and suffering to find the most scenic and special places. His book will give readers an agenda of gems that will take you years to find and explore. The photographs are incredible. Breath taking. Clearly Jon has been up at the crack of first light to capture the "golden hour." This is a spiritual book that captures the spirituality of the most beautiful place on earth. It's an expensive book but well worth it. I'll keep it on my coffee table to remind me that I can always escape the urban rat race by opening its pages.
A stunning and luminous work of art
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Jon Ortner's exquisite work sets the highest standard for photography of this immense slice of the American West. His years of tireless effort have paid off in a way that is of tremendous reward to the viewer where every page seems better than the last. Some of these panoramic images have been printed as double gatefolds which unfurl to a mind-boggling 4 feet in width! This collection represents the epitome of panoramic film photography quickly becoming a dying art indeed. A must for anyone interested in this subject matter or the millions like myself that will never get to all of these breathtaking locations. Thank you for this awesome delight of the senses.