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Enchanted Childhood: The Magical World of Lisa Jane

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This book took my breath away. Every single page of it has something that makes you remember being a child again, and yet it touches the adult heart as well... The captions and additions of Lisa Jane's own thoughts relating to childhood and childlike wonder are equally inspiring and beautiful. Whether you tend to be a dreamer or not, you will have no choice. The dreams will start before you know it, and will continue long after the book is closed.

I consider this book to be the one treasure I have found that gives me many fond memories of being a child, and also gives me a glimpse into my own children's hearts.

Towards the end of his life Ansel Adams, a purist among photographers, noted that , perhaps, the most exciting images in the genre of photography would be created in the then infant field of electronic imaging. Lisa Jane is one of the "new breed" of photographers creating these images. What she has done in her book Enchanted Childhood has been to go beyond simply mastering the art of photographing children, a formidable objective in itself, and moved us into the realm of capturing the fantasy of childhood. Who amongst us was not a Faerie Princess or Elf at some point in our infancy? What parent does not see their child as a angel? By integrating what at the turn of the Century would have been deemed as "Pictoral" photography with the brave new world of electronic imaging Lisa has pushed the bounds of photography and our imaginations into canvases which, until now, were the domain of painters not photographers.Her images are rich with detail and literally drip with color (take notice of the plate that accompanies Walter da la Mare's "Dream Song"- what saturation!). On an unmarked page (I do wish there was a compliation at the end for reference of the color plates) of Faeries could Tinkerbell have been any more delicate than the faery looking at it's own image while sitting on a lilly pad? the angel facing the page that includes a quote from Peter Pan belongs on a fresco in some chapel.Her work will fire up the imaginations of countless portrait artists who will imitate her. As well they should. Lisa has established a standard and shown a sensitivity that many of us would do well to emulate.

This is a picture display book which you will hand down for generations. Each page reminds you of a place in time in your childhood. You can not do without this rich velvet book, a steal at this price. I recently got to meet a friend of Lisa Jane- her adopted mom- who was so special herself. She happened upon my unique boutique in madiera beach florida- Treasures of Allure- she told me some wonderful things about Lisa and showed me thie book which she carries with her always, from that moment on I knew I would have to have one. So I ordered one that day, and since have ordered many others for my frienda. I display it on a coffe table in my store- It has caught many eyes, and I have ordered many for customers too. Thank you for this book choice- Amazon Kathy Gledich/ Owner at Treasures of Allure in Madiera Beach Florida

I had the fortunate opportunity to meet the author of this beautiful masterpiece. Her vision, talent and love of children are readily reflected in the pages of this book. She has combined various mediums in a way no other could-majestically, creatively, and with a quiet perfection. I applaud Lisa Jane and look forward to seeing more of her work in the future!

The nicest coffee table book I own... what amazing creative work... the images come alive as you look at them ... the composition and lighting is truely from a master artist, not to mention the awesome creative concepting... this is one book that I enjoy looking at many times over...

Lisa Jane visited to Japan (2/25/99) and introduced the book "Enchanted Childhood." Japanese photographers were amazed and shocked because her pictures are ultimate art!

Having been an accomplished children's photographer for many years, I have never before seen such a collection of children's images which have inspired me as do those in Lisa Jane's book. Her vision, creativity and storytelling ability are only matched by her incredible talent and technique. This book will inspire anyone who loves children, whether they enjoy photographing them or just enjoying their innocent nature. Better than anyone I have ever witnessed, Lisa Jane can capture the essence of just what it is to be a child.

Lisa Jane definitely capatures and brings into reality a child's magical world we, as adults, can only dream of. How does she do it? This book is an absolutely captivating book which has brought fantasy to life. Is it real or fiction? Each page contains new worlds to discover and dream about. Leaving us guessing at what lies on the next page... a must for the young and the young at heart. Be captivated by the beauty and talent of this artist. ***** I give this book five stars! Thank you Lisa Jane!

A gorgeous velvet cover surrounds the pages of this wonderful book filled with images that bring the child alive in all of us. These angels, mermaids, ballerinas, fairies and others are full of magic that only a master photographer can create. This book is her masterpiece for us all to enjoy.

Lisa Jane brings her artistic magic through inspirational images of children to us all! Each image shows the innocence of children and makes everyone who views them smile. This book is for young and old alike who still dream of the magic of fairies, angels, pixies and gnomes! Bless you Lisa Jane for allowing the world a chance to feel hope through a childs eye.