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What can I say? It’s been one of the most eventful weeks in my life.
Natural Wonders has been released and the exhibition has opened with real bang. The reception to the book is surpassing my wildest expectations with The Guardian and Wanderlust already picking it up.
There is much more coverage to come and I will post further updates on the release, the exhibition and the exciting plans for this year as soon as I can.
Stay tuned….
I am often asked about the story behind the signature image of the new book ‘Natural Wonders’. In short, it was taken from Point Imperial, Grand Canyon and represents the most incredible sunrise I have ever experienced.
The viewpoint itself is the highest point on either rim of the Canyon and even during the harsh midday light commands majestic views of the Painted Desert to the east, Mount Hayden to the southeast and Saddle Mountain to the northeast. Arising early, I had already noticed a thin ‘slit’ in the clouds which would allow the sun to shine through if the timing was right. However, the pre-dawn darkness did not allow me to fully appreciate the level of haze in the Canyon itself and as the sun eventually burst through, crepuscular rays (also known as ‘God rays’) began to flood the scene.
It was a once-in-a-lifetime moment of total focus and unbridled awe. I knew instantly that it would make a timeless image and I truly hope you can see it printed over 6ft wide at the new exhibition…
It’s all coming together. The Natural Wonders book will be launched this week and I am busy putting the final touches to my first solo exhibition in London. Although there are a few small things to iron out (when isn’t there in life?), I do feel like an expectant father about reveal the new born he’s been watching gestate for four years!
Goethe noted that “..thinking is easy, acting is difficult, and to put one’s thoughts into action is the most difficult thing in the world.” To this end, if you are hoping to attend then please make sure to come up and say ‘Hi’ in person. Remember, this is also a time for me to meet all those of you who share my awe at Nature’s unrivalled beauty.
Kindest regards and see you there!
Jaspal
info@jaspaljandu.com
I am very pleased to announce that you can now read a very informative and revealing interview at UKlandscape.net. Given the incisive questions, I am sure it will strongly convey both the journey and also my thoughts behind the new ‘Natural Wonders’ book.
My hats off to the team; particularly Brian Sharland and Sophie Martin-Castex at UKlandscape.net. The site itself is brings you the best in landscape photography, news of exhibitions with reviews and many other exciting features.
Check them out on-line and do drop me a mail if you enjoy the interview…
Jaspal Jandu Photography
info@jaspaljandu.com
You can now follow the journey, view the images and purchase the new ‘Natural Wonders’ book directly from an excellent new micro-site! There is a wealth of new material including details on each wonder, Google earth files, exhibition details and the ability to browse through selected pages.
Also, please remember that the new exhibition will be held at the.oxo@gallery between 26 March and 5 April, 2009. I will be personally available for discussions and book signings on the opening evening (6.30pm-8.30pm, 26 March, invite only) and 11am-6pm on the weekends of 28-29 March, 4-5 April.
This is a really exciting time for everyone here and I hope you manage to order yourself a copy of the stunning new volume after browsing through the new material.
Much more to follow….
Jaspal Jandu Photography
info@jaspaljandu.com
