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Informationen zum Autor Barry B. Doyle is an accomplished photographer with a flair for capturing striking images of urban landscapes, people, and nature. His eye-catching photographs have received lavish praise from Joan Walsh, the editor in chief of Salon.com. In addition to his work in photography, Doyle served as the vice president of a cabinet shop for commercial architectural millwork in Dallas, Texas, before retiring to raise his family. He became actively involved in his community by serving as a PTA president at his child's school. During this time, he was honored as Volunteer of the Year by the Dallas Independent School District. A former member of the inaugural Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau Lone Star Customer Advisory Board, Doyle became an expert on the city, the inspiration for his first book, Dallas Iconography. Originally from San Diego, Doyle received a B.A. from Wheaton College in Illinois and attended a summer program in Oxford, United Kingdom, where he met his wife. A self-described dilettante, Doyle enjoys furniture-making, cooking, blogging, and traveling. He lives in Dallas with his family. Klappentext Dazzling Images of Dallas Scenes and Landmarks "A fitting tribute to our beautiful city. The versatile Dallas Iconography serves as a useful guide for visitors, a valued commemorative gift, and the perfect souvenir. And besides its utilitarian function, this impressive work of fine art and design makes an elegant coffee-table book." -Casandra Matej, senior vice president of sales/services, Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau "The city has never looked more beautiful . . . a wonderful addition to a personal library or coffee table, the perfect gift for anyone interested in seeing Dallas through a master photographer's lens." -Lea Lane, author, Solo Traveler: Tales and Tips for Great Trips Barry Doyle's stunning photographs present an irresistible portrait of this vibrant, cosmopolitan city, while the attractions captured by Doyle highlight the uniqueness of Dallas. A map and the Web address for each destination are included for easy reference. An accomplished artist and award-winning photographer, Barry Doyle has called Dallas home since 1980. He earned his B.A. from Wheaton College in Illinois and was honored as the 2004 Volunteer of the Year for the Dallas Independent School District. Doyle's photography has been published in several guidebooks and displayed at the CityGallery of Dallas. ...
