- SKU: 9798894410135
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Beyond the Storm: Salvaging Photographs and Preserving Histories - Paperback
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Description
by Krista Kowalczyk (Author)
A heartwarming and inspiring guide to safeguarding precious memories, using personal stories of loss, resilience, and the power of photographs in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
Part memoir, part practical guide, Beyond The Storm delivers emotional, real-life stories while providing invaluable tips for digitizing, organizing, and protecting your own precious memories before disaster strikes. After Hurricane Ian devastated her community, photographer Krista Kowalczyk turned personal tragedy into a mission to save the irreplaceable--memories captured in photographs. With vivid storytelling, Krista shares the heartbreak of witnessing unimaginable loss, the joy of restoring treasured memories, and the resilience of a community united in recovery. Both a personal reflection and a guide, this book inspires readers to safeguard their cherished moments and shows the profound power of compassion in the face of disaster. Perfect for anyone who values the power of a photograph, this book will resonate with readers who believe in the enduring bonds of family, community, and memory.
Author Biography
For over 25 years, Krista Kowalczyk has captured life's most cherished moments throughout Southwest Florida, from Sanibel Island to Naples. As the owner of Impressions Photography, she is renowned for her exceptional wedding, portrait, and fine art photography, as well as her outstanding customer service.
Krista's work and expertise have been featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Good Morning America, ABC World News Tonight with David Muir, Fox Weather, The Weather Channel, and NBCLX. Her photography has also been highlighted in publications such as Rangefinder, Brides, The Knot, and Destination Weddings & Honeymoons. After witnessing the destruction of family photos during Hurricane Ian, Krista began teaching others how to safeguard their memories through easy-to-follow photo organizing techniques. Her approachable guidance helps people of all tech levels protect their personal collections. Throughout her career, Krista has photographed NFL games, been published in national magazines, and managed millions of photos. She was named 2023 Mentor of the Year by the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools and is a proud inductee of The Knot Hall of Fame.
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