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"Hoffmann explores an approach to artistic photography, based on Japanese Zen philosophy. Meditation and photography have much in common: both are based in the present moment, both require complete focus, and both are most successful when the mind is free from distracting thoughts. Hoffmann shows how meditation can lead to the source of inspiration ... The goal of this book is to develop your photographic expression. It provides enrichment for photographers who believe that only technical mastery produces great images and shows how important it is to engage with your own awareness to act creatively"--Publisher's description.

Over the last few years, most books on photography have been focused on the new breed of cameras and how to master the digital imaging workflow. In The Art of Black and White Photography author and photographer Torsten Andreas Hoffmann takes a different approach, focusing on image composition and image capture, with an emphasis on the creative aspects of black and white photography rather than on the digital workflow. After introducing the ground rules of composition, Hoffmann illustrates their applications with his own stunning black and white images that cover various photographic genres, including architecture, street photography, portraiture, and surreal photography. Also discussed are the elements of a "photographic language"', which distinguishes creative photography from random shooting. Finally, you will learn valuable post-processing techniques, mostly using Photoshop, that emphasize the functions necessary for creating outstanding black and white images. This second edition has been updated to include Photoshop CS5, as well as brand new images, content, and a revised layout.

The influence of television on China's future is unmatched by any other technology or agency, making its industry one of the most intriguing in the country. A review of regulations reveals a scarcity of foreign channels, indicating that foreign television content entering China will be the primary focus of this report, with a secondary emphasis on Chinese content in global markets. All video genres are examined, with particular attention to news and current affairs programming. The report begins with an introduction covering the history of political influence and current regulations. It then analyzes key industry players, including CCTV, Xinhua, News Corp, Phoenix, Disney, Discovery, and Viacom, while exploring the concept of cultural imperialism and the impact of Western media. Opportunities for international firms in the Chinese media landscape are discussed, alongside the ongoing tension between government control and market liberalization. The report seeks to answer who will dominate the domestic market in the next decade and evaluates the influence of Chinese content on international markets within the same period. This analysis is particularly relevant as media presents unique challenges distinct from traditional manufacturing industries, especially regarding creative skills.

Als Torsten Andreas Hoffmann im Sommer 2001 neue Bilder für seine bei Weingarten erscheinenden grossformatigen New York-Kalender aufgenommen hatte, kam er nach Sichtung dieser Arbeit zu dem Schluss, die World Trade Center in seinen Fotos überrepräsentiert zu haben. Der Anschlag vom 11. September hat ihn dann so berührt, dass es ihm geradezu zwingend erschien, New York nun ohne die beiden Türme von genau denselben Blickwinkeln neu zu fotografieren und seinen Aufnahmen vom Sommer 2001 gegenüberzustellen. Seine Arbeit ist nicht sensationell, es ist eine stille Hommage an New York und ihre Bewohner, die von allen Amerikanern am wenigsten nach Vergeltung gerufen haben, geschlossener zusammenstehen und ihre Stadt mehr lieben als je zuvor. Das Vorwort schrieb der namhafte Fotohistoriker Klaus Honnef.