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Craig Owens

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Odessa, TX, The United States

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Paranormal, History, Travel

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Craig Owens is an author, fine art photographer, and a paranormal researcher whose first book, HAUNTED BY HISTORY, is described by the U.S. Review of Books as "a balanced, believable report of paranormal activity," and "an informative yet entertaining read." In 1994, Craig moved to Los Angeles and began working freelance as a writer's production assistant in the film and television industry. His production credits include WAG THE DOG (1997), PHONE BOOTH (2000), and THE GILMORE GIRLS (2000-2001). In 2002, he left film production to work for the Century City Chamber of Commerce and later the International Cinematographers Guild, I.A.T.S.E. Local 600. While working for the chamber of commerce, he contributed articles for the CENTURY CITY VIEW ...more

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Craig Owens There were many incidents that eventually led to my coming up with the Haunted by History book concept.

1. I had spent part of my youth playing at the…moreThere were many incidents that eventually led to my coming up with the Haunted by History book concept.

1. I had spent part of my youth playing at the historic Waverly Mansion in South Point, Mississippi. Robert and Donna Snow, who owned the house at the time, taught me to love historic places and to not be afraid of ghosts.

2. I grew up with a tremendous love for Old Hollywood and wished I had been a part of it.

3. In 1999, I had a paranormal experience on Sound Stage 4 at Warner Bros. Studio. Because few people at work believed that I had encountered a female ghost (after all, it had occurred on Halloween night), I decided that I would document any paranormal encounters in the future, should such occurrences happen again.

4. In 2009, while conducting a vintage photo shoot at the Mission Inn in Riverside, I not only heard unexplained sounds but I had also seen my first ghost in the form of a shadow figure (which I did not believe in at the time). Fortunately, I was able to document part of the paranormal activity.

After having another paranormal experience during another vintage photo shoot at the Pierpont Inn in Ventura, CA, I knew I had a book inside me. So I combined historic research, Old Hollywood style photography, and paranormal investigations into one project. To my happiness, all of the pieces worked well together to create a truly unique reading experience. (less)

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Craig Owens Finishing Haunted by History Vol. 2, which covers the Amargosa Opera House and Hotel (Death Valley Junction), Culver Hotel (Culver City), Aztec Hotel …moreFinishing Haunted by History Vol. 2, which covers the Amargosa Opera House and Hotel (Death Valley Junction), Culver Hotel (Culver City), Aztec Hotel (Monrovia), Zane Grey Pueblo (Catalina Island), Grand Colonial Hotel (La Jolla), Bella Maggiore Inn (Ventura), Palomar Inn (Temecula), and Queen Mary (Long Beach). Many of these hotels have never been properly researched from a historical point of view. Because of this, the ghost stories tend to be more fanciful then probable...even if many of these locations do, in fact, have something unusual going on there.(less)

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Published on June 27, 2019 23:12 • Tags: ghost-stories, ghosts, haunted, haunted-hotels, history, los-angeles, paranormal, photography, southern-california

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Craig Owens rated a book it was amazing Design Through Discovery: The Elements and Principles by Marjorie Elliott Bevlin	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A well-written textbook that lays out the basic ideas behind design. Fascinating to read about the history and inspiration behind many fundamental principles that we often take for granted. Includes photos and illustrations.
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Craig Owens rated a book liked it Orientation to the Theater (5th Edition) by Theodore W. Hatlen	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This is for the third edition. Straightforward college book textbook. Dry at times. It works better with visual accompaniment, since theater is primarily and historically a visual art form. Not a keeper.
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Craig Owens rated a book liked it The Bell Witch of Tennessee by Harriet Parks Miller Charles Bailey Bell	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Rehash of the Bell Witch legend, told mainly by Dr. Charles Bailey Bell (descendant of John Bell, Jr.). His recollection of tales that his father and grandfather told him comes across as embellished and fictionalized. The Bell family's firm assurance ...more
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Erwin Panofsky's book is most effective for readers with a working knowledge of architecture and scholasticism. Additionally, knowing Latin is also helpful. Even if the reader is unfamiliar with the subject, they can still gain valuable insights. Ple ...more
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