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Cooper, a photographer, presents color portraits of 50 professional Santa Clauses from around the US, from an orthodox Jew to a Navy veteran and aviation mechanic. The portraits show them in both street clothes and the Santa costume and provide information on their location and occupation. Some include a longer profile. The book also describes the origins of Santa Claus, learning the art of being Santa, looking the part, the beard, how Santa answers difficult questions, items requested by children, and the Santa Claus Oath. Annotation ©2022 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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Who doesn't love Santa Claus? From award-winning photographer Ron Cooper comes a beautifully curated collection of fifty professional Santas from across the country. We Are Santa is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those who slip into the red suit to spread Christmas cheer. Before and after portraits, behind-the-scenes stories of custom made costumes and specialized training, and surprising anecdotes of on-the-job encounters bring these Santas to life.Just as Humans of New York captures the lives of everyday people, We Are Santa celebrates the humanity of everyday Santas. From a third-generation Kris Kringle to an Orthodox Jew who has been playing Santa for fifty years, Cooper's portraits are a testament to the holiday spirit. When Santa Mike, a Navy veteran and aircraft mechanic, meets a six-year-old girl with a prosthetic hand just like his own, he says, "Her eyes got big, and she threw her arms around my neck. It was the highlight of my season. That's why I'm Santa."
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