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Determine Your Photography NeedsBefore you start your search for a photographer, it’s essential to determine what kind of photography you need. Are you looking for a wedding photographer, a portrait session, or perhaps a photographer to capture a corporate event? Knowing your specific requirements will help you narrow down your options and find a photographer who specializes in the type of photography you need.Identify the Style You PreferPhotographers have different styles, from traditional and posed to candid and photojournalistic. Some photographers excel in capturing intimate, romantic moments, while others might focus on dynamic, high-energy shots. Take some time to browse…

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In this week’s Across Africa: Vodun believers in Benin marry traditional faith with contemporary creativity to spread their heritage. Also, the African manatee has come under pressure over the decades from poaching and shrinking habitats, but one Cameroonian biologist has been working to improve the chances of the shy freshwater mammal. Plus, Senegal is moving ahead with plans to put more of its own identity into key streets and has begun changing the name of landmarks named after French colonial figures. 

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For the second year in a row, the city of Ouidah in Benin is playing host to Vodun Days – a celebration of the region’s long spiritual traditions. FRANCE 24’s correspondent Lilaafa Amouzou visited the festival and found out about efforts to dismantle myths about Vodun.

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Book Review of The House Where Death LivesThe Children’s Book Review Written by Alex Brown, Nova Ren Suma, Gina Chen, Traci Chee, Linsey Miller, Rosiee Thor, Courtney Gould, Kay Costales, Liz Hull, Shelly Page, Justine Pucella Winans, Sandra Proudman, C.L McCollum, Nora Elghazzawi, Tori Bovalino and G. Haron Davis Edited by Alex Brown Ages: 14+ | 352 Pages Publisher: Page Street YA (2024) | ISBN-13: 979-8890030122 What to Expect: Supernatural, horror, LGBTQ+, death, and family relationships. The very best horror stories are about more than gore and violence; they are deep explorations of what it means to be a human being…

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If you’re familiar with the Shimmering Pines Farm ‘Pick Your Own Summer Blooms Experience‘ during the school holidays, you’ll be pleased to hear about their upcoming special event ‘Pizza & Pick Your Own Flowers!’ Go along with family and friends for an evening of delicious pizza by Frankie & Sons Gourmet Pizzas, listen to some great music by local musicians Merran, and enjoy a Pick Your Own Flowers session.  There will also be some yummy desserts on offer. While you’re there you can also browse some local handmade craft stalls by Pure Grace Handmade and Peta’s Fabulous Creations. Tickets: $45…

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Margaret HydeMargaret Hyde has a series of board books about art for kids that feature such artists as Mary Cassatt, Pablo Picasso, Auguste Renoir, and Vincent Van Gogh. Don’t forget that young babies respond to bright colors and pictures, and these board books are beautiful to look at.E.L. KonigsburgFrom the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg is a Newberry Award-winning book about a brother and sister who run away from home and live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and are trying to unravel a mystery that may or may not involve Michelangelo. This book…

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