Seeking Serenity - the true nature of Long Island

by Anthony Graziano

Overview

Within these pages you will take an epic photographic journey of discovery that encompasses more than seventy locations of exceptional natural beauty, all right here on Long Island. Through over 250 original images you will experience a broad visual celebration of natural places including preserves, wildlife sanctuaries, parks, arboretums, wetlands and beaches. Some of these places are well known, many are not and are places where one can spend an entire day in sublime solitude. What each of these places share is an opportunity to draw inspiration from the abundant natural beauty that surrounds us here on this unique Island.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798331414146
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	04/27/2020
Pages:	174
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.56(d)

About the Author

Anthony Graziano is a gifted fine art photographer, author, educator and advocate for preservation who has captured the beauty of nature through his photography for more than 30 years. He believes that our bonds to the natural world are instinctual and that we are drawn to nature as an emotional refuge and as a means of spiritual renewal. His hope is that his work brings the viewer a sense of peace while creating deeper awareness and increased passion to protect our fragile environment.

As an artist, Anthony’s vision flows from what is perceived to what is felt and finally, to what is seen and his photographic approach often involves spending extended periods of time within a location to experience its unique energy before creating an image. The result is striking in its simultaneous ability to be both emotionally calming and visually stimulating. The vibrant color palette, layering and creative use of light are arresting and combine to convey a true sense of serenity. Anthony’s artistic vision and creative approach succeed in the very rare quality of capturing a true awareness of time and place that draw us into his images allowing the viewer to “experience” the beauty of the natural world.

Anthony was honored in being selected by the Andy Warhol Foundation as an artist in residence and also with exhibits at galleries across Long Island including a permanent collection at the Nature Conservancy Center for Conservation. He has also exhibited at the Southampton Cultural Center, fotofoto Gallery, Alex Ferrone Gallery, Long Island Photo Gallery, The Gallery at East End Arts, Brookwood Hall, Islip Art Gallery and others.

Editorial Reviews

Everyone who owns a home on the south and north fork of Long Island should own this book. The Photographer truly captured the serene beauty on both forks!

Reader - Stephen Ness

A great visual experience! Tony is a wonderful photographer and he captures the Long Island Parks beautifully. The field journal is an excellent 'take-along' for hikers, wanderers, & photographers alike. Keep the book near your favorite reading spot to thumb through frequently and tuck the field guide into your camera bag or backpack. I enjoyed both from cover to cover.

Reader - Joanne Henig

If you ever wanted to see the natural beauty of Long Island or if you need inspiration on finding these beautiful places on your own, look no further than the pages of this book . The author has such an extraordinary keen eye for photographing scenes that one would expect to find in a daydream. There are no words that can explain to someone the hidden spirit of Long Islands natural beauty that can reveal its serenity and its charm. This book is a must have for all Long Islanders.

Reader - Howard Garthwaite