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 enlarge | Author: Rosanne Olson
Publisher: Artisan
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  15 reviews
Sales Rank: 59948
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 116
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.7
Dimensions (in): 11.1 x 7.6 x 0.8
ISBN: 1579653634
Dewey Decimal Number: 155.333
EAN: 9781579653637
ASIN: 1579653634
Publication Date: April 1, 2008
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This Book Will Change Lives April 10, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book will change women's lives. And it that way, change men's lives.
Working with women for over 25 years individually and in group, as a psychotherapist, I have already seen this begin to happen in my own practice. This vitally important book sits in my office for all to read. And as women hold the book, viewing the intimate, sensitive, beautiful portraits and reading the stories of self-image, their own reactions are profound. The combination of stark and authentic beauty, both in picture and story, moves women safely into their own consideration of themselves and their body image...to consider and re-consider how they have been considering themselves for years. Often unconsciously. And they begin to be kind to themselves.
It is a most beautiful book to behold, both inside and out. In addition to it's presence in my office as an option for clients to view, I have given over eight copies to friends, nieces, physicians and colleagues. And will continue to buy and give.
Each of us could have a picture and story here. Rosanne Olson has given a gift to the world.
A glimmering work of HOPE April 9, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I had the pleasure of attending Rosanne's book reading and signing party in Seattle lastnight. Looking through the book before she got up to speak, I realized that everyone has their own story, and that people might not be so obsessed with my own (horrible) body image as I think they are. I realized that maybe my husband really does mean it when he tells me I'm beautiful--that he's not just saying it to make me feel better. I applaud the author for her courage to do this project, and to share a bit of herself with others. The courage of these women to be in the book--I applaud them too.
This is a true masterpiece, that every woman and frankly--all men too--needs to read, if for nothing but a SIGNIFICANT reminder that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. This book has impacted so many levels of my thinking. I challenge anyone reading this to let yourself be transformed. I know I was.
Beauty outside and in! April 5, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I first saw Rosanne's photos in More magazine last year - beautiful, powerful and healing. I was visiting Seattle so my sister and I scheduled a photo session with Rosanne in her attic studio over looking Lake Washington on a sunny June afternoon. Exciting and scary, bold and shy, empowering and intimidating. I've been looking forward to finally seeing her book and it arrive yesterday (we are not in it). I cried as I read the thoughts and feeling of the women - painful and proud, reflecting the complex feelings I have about my own body. I'm ordering copies for my 3 sisters, mother and niece, plus sharing it with friends. I've never written a review for an Amazon book before but I couldn't help myself. This book is a beautiful experience and I wanted to share its power with others.
A masterpiece of beauty and art! March 20, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I first heard Ms. Olson's audio interview, and saw a snippet of her work on LensWork. I was quite impressed. I purchased her book and have gone through it three times now with utter amazement at the words by the women and the beautiful and pure images that she has captured. I have since purchased her book for two of my sisters and two of my dearest friends. I know that they will enjoy this masterpiece of hers as much as I have. I am in the health care industry and photography is a passion of mine. Ms. Olson strikes the chord on both of these notes. The strength of the women in these photos shine through every frame as does their words of courage and encouragement. Every one of them, to include Ms. Olson, I commend because you have provoked thought, and maybe more importantly questions, we should ponder with others. I will definitely continue to share this gift that they have given us with family and friends.
Simply amazing March 17, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I just received the book today, and I must say that I'm truly amazed. Some of the images were featured in LensWork magazine, but the cumulative effect of the stories and images is incredible. The portraits are very consistent in terms of lighting and background. However, variety comes in the range of ages and body types that are featured and in the way the women relate to their bodies.
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