“Likes” are much appreciated…
~ Limited Edition ~
Easter Island ~ Isla de Pascua ~ Rapa Nui ~ Land of the Giant Statues …
This series of B&W images is the result of over a year on the most isolated island on the planet. Created as full-sized exhibition pieces, they can now be found in my book: The Moon has been Eaten,” each accompanied by an anecdote – original prints are sold with a copy of its book anecdote on the back. Learn more about the project, view images, etc. at LINKS below:
Folios, Easter Island images, news, notices of exhibits, showings, etc.
Island Blog and more. Presently active - preparing to take a number of books to the island to distribute to those who helped or appear in book.
* One of the images in the collection was taken during a total eclipse of the moon, the Rapanui phrase for which is also the title of the book.
The Moon has been Eaten – Limited Edition printing of 500:
– Hard bound, Signed,10x11, smythe bound, quality paper, 98 images with anecdotes---
– Image titles in English, Rapanui and Spanish, map of island, glossary of Rapanui terms, Image thumbnail index with technical information
– Spanish translation of text
– Numbered and signed on the title page
– Includes signed original print printed book-page size. Cover image is default if no selection made.
– Includes DVD of Island Videos, interactive PDF iPad version of the book, screensaver and more.
– Free Priority Shipping.
– $79 (for now) direct from the artist, discounted from the ISPN Limited Edition price of $100
Order through PayPal – US only – $79
Immediate shipping…
– free shipping (States only)
– The most popular choices for original prints are posted here, making selection easier. At the same time you have the option to substitute any image not only from the Easter Island folio, but from any folio on jamescraigphotography.com. (I’m really curious about the response to this one.)
Here are the six most popular selections for original print (of course any other may be selected at
jamescraigphotography.com):
Tall Ship Esmeralda Tongariki from the Sea Moai Trail Moai, Starry Night The Moon has been Eaten Tahai Ceremonial Center
Image Index pages include English title, page, original image size, exposure data
From the Book…
In Easter Island the past is the present, it is impossible to escape from it; the inhabitants of today are less real than the men who have gone; the shadows of the departed builders still possess the land.
Katherine Routledge The Mystery of Easter Island 1919
It seems sadly inevitable that the residents of Rapa Nui will be homogenized into the 20th century within one or two generations. It is distressing to speculate that Rapa Nuians will probably fare no better in a new life style than did the American Indian, the Eskimo, or the Australian Aborigine.
Fred Picker and Thor Heyerdahl Rapa Nui 1974
As the moon in eclipse is eaten, only to be reborn, the people of Rapa Nui no longer eke out survival among the ruins. A proud people, they embrace and celebrate their past, unapologetically and imaginatively marrying it to the present as they reclaim their tiny, isolated island and work to forge a culture that is uniquely their own. It is testimony to the character of a people who, reduced at one point to just over a hundred individuals, have resisted cultural oblivion by making the process of assimilation two directional. The Rapanui face an ever changing world with pride and identity intact.
James Craig The Moon has been Eaten 2012
Comments:
"I have looked at and read your book cover to cover. Wonderful piece of work. You have made the place come alive in a way the travel shows and brochures never did." J. Arrington, MD
"Your book is beautiful, and you wee able to get completely involved in every aspect! Such a wonderful thing. Thank you for thinking of me- I am very pleased to think I helped in any way. Visually stunning… " Joanne Bolton, Bolton Associates
Wow, I love your book! So much work has gone into it – well done! I enjoyed the CD of ‘extras’ as well. Julie Byrne, Australia
Just wanted you to know I am really enjoying your book; my sister, Terry, gave me a copy for Christmas. I got #56. It really makes me want to go back to the island. I hope to go again soon, perhaps in March. I appreciate the text with the photos--you are a good writer, besides being a good photographer.
Peg Reagan, Oregon
Your book is delightful. I love it. My brother bought me one for Christmas. Thank you so much for writing it. Mary Pat, Indiana
This morning I finally got the mailbox with your book. I have to say that the book is way much more impressive than I had thought. I congratulate you for such a fine piece of work. I must also admit that I am a bit proud of myself and while I was reading some of the translations I had been working on I felt happy and proud. I want to thank you for letting me be part of it. Carlos Sabena, Argentina (Spanish Translation)
What a wonderful book. When Juanita saw it she exclaimed "Oh wow", something she has NEVER said about any of the books I have written (and there have been quite a few. Of course, they are all math… ) Nipper Johnson, Rhode Island