Enemy Alien
The first publication devoted to Tamio Wakayama's remarkable photographic career, Enemy Alien shares unpublished photos and a memoir by the artist about his life working alongside activist movements and in vibrant communities, from the civil rights-era American South to the Powell Street Festival in Vancouver. Wakayama was born in New Westminster, British Columbia mere months before Pearl Harbor and was soon forcibly relocated with his parents to an internment camp for Japanese Canadians. This early childhood experience of injustice would shape the rest of his life and practice. Later, as a young man, Wakayama was vacationing in Tennessee when the Birmingham Church Bombing happened; inspired by a deep sympathy for the activists, he drove straight to Birmingham, met John Lewis, and began working for the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) in Atlanta, first as a cleaner and driver and soon as a photographer. For two years Wakayama produced campaign material and documented SNCC activists and actions in Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama, including the 1964 Freedom Summer. After leaving the US, he photographed Indigenous and Doukhobor communities in Canada, everyday life in Japan and Cuba, and finally settled in Vancouver, where he joined the resurging Nikkei community and the Redress Movement, and for decades photographed the Powell Street Festival. The centerpiece of the heavily illustrated publication is Wakayama's unpublished memoir, Soul on Rice, which includes numerous photo spreads. Essays by Eva Respini and Paul Wong situate the artist's practice within a broader art-historical context, and an interview with Mayumi Takasaki, Wakayama's partner of forty years, offers an intimate perspective on his life and work. Photos and texts throughout the book are contextualized with archival material such as contact sheets, newspaper articles and the artist's correspondence. Enemy Alien is co-published with the Vancouver Art Gallery in association with an exhibition of the same name, curated by Paul Wong.
Dear New York
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THE ULTIMATE UPLIFTING GIFT BOOK OF THE YEAR Dear New York is a breathtaking new book from the #1 bestselling author of Humans of New York and one of the great storytellers of our time. Dear New York is a love letter to the streets, stories, and souls that define the heart of the city and its people. In a world of turmoil and isolation, the thing missing most right now is authentic human connection. Dear New York reminds us that the answer is closer than we think. Featuring 500 portraits and stories in the signature style of Humans of New York, each page will make you think, laugh, cry, and connect. Designed as a keepsake as much as a visual experience, Dear New York is printed on high-quality paper with striking full-color photography, making it a perfect coffee table book for your collection. Whether you live in New York, once called it home, or simply feel its pull from afar, these pages offer a deeply human portrait of a city defined by its people. Created by acclaimed street photographer and storyteller Brandon Stanton, Dear New York stands on its own as a love letter to the city. It's a book to return to, to display, and to give to someone who loves New York as much as you do. READERS ARE RAVING ABOUT DEAR NEW YORK: "I kept myself to a few pages a day because I never wanted it to end. By far the most moving and beautiful book in the Humans of New York collection" "Brimming with hope and joy" "A feast for the eyes and a balm for mind & soul" "An antidote to our divided world" "If you love NYC and/or if you love humanity, this is the book for you!" "Il libro 癡 veramente bello e si merita 5 stelle [This book is truly beautiful and deserves 5 stars]" "The book's optimism paints New York as a city where diverse lives converge in moments of beauty, joy, and collective hope. A timely reminder that cities are made up of individuals, each with their own stories." --Kirkus Reviews
The Photographer's Eye - Definitive Edition
With 30% new content and never-before-seen images, Michael Freeman brings his ground-breaking book, The Photographer's Eye, up to date with a fresh look and the latest developments in digital photography. FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED EDITION OF THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S EYE FROM AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR MICHAEL FREEMAN With 30% new content and never-before-seen images, Michael Freeman brings his ground-breaking book, The Photographer's Eye, up to date with a fresh look and the latest developments in digital photography. Design is the single most important factor in creating a successful photograph. The ability to see the potential for a strong picture and then organize the graphic elements into an effective, compelling composition has always been one of the key skills in making photographs. Taking a brand-new look at composition, Michael Freeman explores the visual mechanics of photography in its own native terms. Freshly illustrated with straight-to-the-point diagrams and graphic deconstructions, this new remastered edition speaks in that intuitive, visual, and instantaneous language in which photographers think and work. Dive into extraordinary photography and graphic illustrations that explore how each compositional element is placed and arranged in relation to one another. Examine the outtakes from each shoot to understand why one particular image succeeded compared to those taken before and after. Track the viewer's eye as it moves throughout the photo to see the optical dynamics held within each frame. Most importantly, internalize this graphic language.
Places in Time
This book is a compilation of four decades of pictures taken in places familiar and remote. It is entirely of the film era in his work and ends with the beginning of the 21st century. In Jeffrey Heller's 20s and 30s, he had two professions--he was working as an architect as well as a professional photographer, burning the candle at both ends. He had briefly studied with Ansel Adams and for a year with Minor White. In his mid-30s, he realized that he could not continue both professions and decided to make architecture his primary calling and photography his artistic outlet. This freed Heller to photograph as he wished, and he took his cameras with him wherever he went, whether the travel was vacation or business he would make time to photograph. Heller always used professional equipment and took his photography as seriously as his architecture. Heller worked with his wife, a photographer and artist herself, and went through approximately 2000 images to Select the ones for this book. The photographs are from a wide range of places, but the emphasis is on the image as a sense of place. The photographs are an impression in time, character and visual content.
Abandoned Ozarks II
Abandoned Ozarks II: Forgotten Schoolhouses is another nostalgic trip through time with acclaimed regional photographer and author, Robert A. McCormick. In his first book, Abandoned Ozarks: Southwest Missouri, McCormick focused on a wide array of abandoned and decaying structures from farms and rural communities in the mountainous Ozarks region of Southwest Missouri. This time, McCormick centers on abandoned schoolhouses from the entire Ozarks region of Missouri and Arkansas. In this new volume, he explores the history of early education in the remote rural areas of the beautiful Ozark Mountain country and the sociological impact of these forgotten gems of early America. McCormick's research is paired with expertly rendered photographs of these abandoned and mostly forgotten buildings that were once the social centers of far-flung outposts from a time when the roads weren't paved, electricity was a far-off dream, and education was often a luxury for the hardscrabble mountain folk of the Ozarks.In his evocative photos, you'll explore the many different styles of old schoolhouses, from simple log structures to giraffe-stone vernacular to sturdy stone buildings built by the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression. McCormick has researched and photographed hundreds of abandoned schoolhouses over the last twenty years, and this book features some of the most architecturally and historically significant schools from the period still standing.
New York
New York: One City, Infinite Stories is a street-level love letter to the greatest city in the world. With a poet's eye and a documentarian's precision, photographer Adam David captures the intense scenes and unscripted dramas that constantly unfold on New York's streets.Following the bestselling success of Memphis: Juke Joints, Civil Rights, and Soulful Nights, street photographer Adam David shifts his focus from Southern soul to urban intensity. What emerges is not a catalog of landmarks or a collection of postcard clich矇s or skyline views. This is the city seen from the streets and sidewalks: unfiltered, unrehearsed, and full of contradictions.With his latest collection, Adam David doesn't aim to define New York. He simply observes it. In doing so, he reveals a metropolis made not of buildings, but of people, passing glances, and moments that vanish as quickly as they appear.
All a Blur
Over the last 25 years, Bill Armstrong has pioneered the unique approach of blurring appropriated images--a medium at the intersection of photography, painting and collage. All a Blur presents some 300 pulsating color images that offer alternate visions of history, religion and philosophy. Armstrong's photographs range from mysterious falling figures sourced from the Renaissance to vibrating color spheres akin to Buddhist mandalas. He transforms these into hypnotic visual objects in a volume that is both aesthetically rewarding and a potential pathway to heightened awareness.
Roger Ballen
Having previously expressed no interest in color photography, Roger Ballen was inspired to engage with the medium after receiving a Leica SL camera as a gift in 2016. Opening to the potential of color in his work, Ballen used light in creative ways, exploring new avenues of experimentation. Spirits and Spaces eloquently captures the absurd and bizarre world of Roger Ballen, where animals and art brut-like drawings dominate, and humanity is reduced to obscure figures or fragmented body parts.The color images in Spirits and Spaces, created in conjunction with Ballen's artistic director, Marguerite Rossouw, were produced in a claustrophobic space, constructed of worn, wallpapered wooden panels and with minimalistic lighting. Here, in this dense, oppressive environment, Ballen creates what might be seen by many as a world that is unexplainable in words: one in which absurdity, chaos, comedy, and tragedy apparently exist side by side.Both a visual revelation and an artistic evolution by one of contemporary photography's most unique voices, Spirits and Spaces will be an essential and much-anticipated photobook for all Roger Ballen fans.
Midnight Sun
Midnight Sun is a photographic exploration of the polar regions, created during expeditions to Antarctica, Svalbard, and East Greenland. The project reflects both the beauty and fragility of these ecosystems while examining the human forces that are reshaping them. In Midnight Sun, Joseph Seif merges fine art aesthetics with a journalistic sensibility, crafting images that balance awe with urgency while documenting ecological and cultural change. The work invites viewers into a dialogue about humanity's relationship with the planet and the choices that will determine our collective future.
Seaside Picket Fences
Stunning photos accentuate the charm of this Panhandle town. Seaside, the most successfully planned city of recent years, requires picket fences. Each must be of a different design.
Pablo Ortiz Monasterio: Tenochtitlan
Monasterio's speculative photo series imagines the Mexico City that might have emerged without colonizationPablo Ortiz Monasterio (born 1952) offers a photographic perspective of Mexico City that captures its pre-Hispanic and colonial past through its surviving archaeological and architectural remnants. Tenochtitlan, once a metropolis of a different kind, now stands as a modern city, layered over the remains of an ancient civilization.
Dimonis
The Devil, in the general Christian tradition, symbolizes all the evil and vileness of humanity: everything negative, damaging and sinister; everything that terrifies and confuses us and which leads down a wayward path. Nevertheless, in the Mediterranean region, its figure veered towards less sombre and malicious peculiarities, becoming a more jokey and playful being, capable of being tricked and subdued by humans. In this cherished corner of the world, the Devil has acquired a more entertaining and daring nuance, undertaking a liberating function regarding the social norms and against the monotony and rigidity of our daily lives. In Catalan, Spanish, German & English
David Katzenstein
A collection of photographs created by David Katzenstein using the Duaflex camera, a successor to Kodak's famous Brownie camera. Brownie is a collection of photographs created by photographer David Katzenstein over ten years, from 1979-1989. With this series, Katzenstein pays homage to the original line of Brownie cameras that began in 1900. For the series, he used the successor to the famous Kodak Brownie, the Kodak Dualflex, which was first introduced in 1947. The result is a colorful, personal, and sensitive view of the world. Described by one critic as "Hot, Lush and Specific," the series begins in New York City, eventually traveling the globe to explore both distant places and the use of the Kodak Duaflex camera. Throughout the project, Katzenstein's goal was to embrace the camera's limitations as a means of pushing the boundaries of composition, juxtaposing foreground and background while heightening the use of color.
Ephemeral Field Journal
In the footsteps of Monet: Sarah Schorr's captivating experiment with color, water, and still lifeWhen Claude Monet settled in Giverny in 1883, he designed a flower garden full of impressive color compositions for observing light and time. The American artist Sarah Schorr understands Monet's garden as a creative, living laboratory. Her images in this book were inspired by the movement of water in Monet's garden - from the tiny teardrops of rain to the steady stream feeding the water lily pond. By collecting fallen, injured flowers in Monet's historic green spaces, Schorr transforms them into striking works of art by bringing them to life with paint, light, paper, water, and photography: experimental still lifes. Ephemeral Field Journal is an evocative artist's journal in which Schorr evokes the fragility of nature and illuminates the complex interplay of climate change, beauty, and loss. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Monet's death, the project will be exhibited internationally in 2025 and 2026.
Captured: Berlin
Captured brings Berlin to life through the lens of international photographers in 200 images by 45 photographers. Captured brings cities to life through the eyes of talented photographers from around the world, with the mission of highlighting the beauty, diversity, and energy of urban landscapes and offering a fresh perspective on familiar places. With contributions from 45 different photographers in each edition, the Captured series offers a rich and varied view of every city. From iconic landmarks to hidden corners, each photo tells a story or captures moments that reflect the city's true essence. These photo books offer viewers a deeper connection to the cities they love -- or inspire them to discover new ones.
Andr矇 Leon Talley
A visual celebration of Andr矇 Leon Talley's life that centers his personal style as a lens on his contributions to fashion history. This lavish volume reflects on the life of Andr矇 Leon Talley and his impactful ascent to the height of global fashion. Many of Talley's most iconic looks--from his suits and straw Breton boater in Paris of the late seventies to the opulent custom capes and coats he made famous--are newly photographed and presented alongside archival imagery. From his days as Diana Vreeland's apprentice at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to Andy Warhol's Factory and Interview Magazine, to Paris bureau chief for Women's Wear Daily, to positions at W, The New York Times, Ebony, and Vogue, where he served as the magazine's first African American creative director, Talley's exuberant personality and voice guided thousands through the glamorous world of high fashion. Essays, stories, and memories from industry luminaries who experienced his singular character reflect on a legacy in fashion spanning more than four decades. A posthumous commemoration of Talley, this celebratory volume offers a rare view into his world, the people who shared it, and the creation of one of the most iconic figures in fashion history.
Emotional Waves
Dance art meets photo art: Performances of Butoh and contemporary danceClaude Hofer's publication is the first book of its kind to explore and document the internationally renowned dance genres of Japanese Butoh and contemporary dance. Over the course of ten years, the Swiss photographer traveled to countries around the globe and met more than one hundred mostly artists in both dance genres who performed specifically for his camera. The focus of his intense black-and-white photographs is unmistakably on the people themselves. With an impressive sense of the right moment, Hofer has captured the dancers in highly emotional photographs that reveal a unique and profound connection between body and mind.
New York Short Stories
From film composer to photographer: Mario Schneider's street photography Mario Schneider has made a name for himself as a director and film composer far beyond the borders of Germany. In his photobook, New York Short Stories, which features both color and black-and-white images from 2023 to 2025, he impressively demonstrates that street photography is also one of his talents. Mario Schneider's photographs reflect the perspective of a filmmaker and storyteller. In his images, he presents a different, quieter New York, where the hustle and bustle of the city recedes and interpersonal encounters come to the fore. Against the backdrop of this breathtaking city, Schneider captures moments that last only a fraction of a second. These are moments that reveal the souls and emotions of the people depicted and invite us to meditate on our own feelings and thoughts about the moment captured.
On View
Dialogical encounters with images by Lee Friedlander, Gillian Wearing, Stephen Shore and others, based on New Objectivity and conceptual-documentary positionsIn a large-scale exhibition, the Ann and J羹rgen Wilde Foundation and the Photography and Time-Based Media Collection of the Bayerische Staatsgem瓣ldesammlungen in Munich present for the first time a dual overview of their outstanding holdings of artistic photography from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day.
Onsen and Ryokan of Japan
Experience the timeless tranquility of Japan's onsens and ryokans, where tradition, design, and wellness harmonize.Rooted in centuries-old traditions, Japan's onsens and ryokans are living expressions of harmony where nature, design, and the human spirit converge. These retreats embody a culture devoted to serenity, ritual, and the timeless art of hospitality.Onsen and Ryokan of Japan invites readers on a captivating journey through these tranquil spaces, revealing their architectural elegance, cultural depth, and rich traditions. With stunning photography and eloquent narratives, the book explores how these retreats balance heritage with modernity, offering an inspiring resource that celebrates the essence of Japanese design and the pursuit of a contemplative way of living.
Buried in Style
Ghana's extraordinary coffin shapes and farewell cultureCelebrate death as we celebrate life: This is the credo of the funeral culture of the Ghanaian ethnic group Ga-Adangme, where creative coffins in the shape of animals, vehicles, etc. are used to represent the preferences, or dreams of the deceased. In addition, perfectly choreographed dances transform funerals into colorful and energetic celebrations. For more than twenty years, Regula Tschumi, who holds a doctorate in ethnology, has researched and photographed the Ghanaian funeral cult. Her astonishing, vibrantly colorful images depict Christian and traditional funeral ceremonies, bizarre installations, and various forms of laying out the deceased, as well as spectacular trends in figural coffin design over the past two decades. Tschumi also accompanied and photographed the undertaker and pallbearer Benjamin Aidoo (known as "Ghana's Coffin Dancer"), who has become world famous through social media.
Captured: Antwerp
Captured brings Antwerp to life through the lens of international photographers in 200 images by 45 photographers. Captured brings cities to life through the eyes of talented photographers from around the world, with the mission of highlighting the beauty, diversity, and energy of urban landscapes and offering a fresh perspective on familiar places. With contributions from 45 different photographers in each edition, the Captured series offers a rich and varied view of every city. From iconic landmarks to hidden corners, each photo tells a story or captures moments that reflect the city's true essence. These photo books offer viewers a deeper connection to the cities they love -- or inspire them to discover new ones.
Stories from a Stranger
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A collection of one hundred deeply personal stories--covering love and heartbreak, growth and resilience--brought to life by the creator of the wildly popular TikTok account @HunterProsper. Every person has a story. Dick knew that it was love at first sight when he saw Nancy across the church steps--they got married a week later and have been best friends ever since, still going strong over fifty years later. Nathalia's first boyfriend told her that her facial scars made her even more beautiful, and it gave her the confidence to become the strong woman she is today. When Ghada learned that her young son was ill, she refused to give up--he's thriving over twenty years later. We're more alike than we are different. In Stories from a Stranger, Hunter Prosper--creator of the viral social media phenomenon of the same name--brings together these three and ninety-seven other unforgettable, never-before-published interviews that illuminate the depths of the human heart. He asks the questions that matter most: Who was your greatest love? What's the most painful thing you've been told? What do you see when you look in the mirror? The answers reveal raw, breathtaking glimpses into lives filled with love, resilience, and hope. As an ICU nurse, Hunter has stood at the crossroads of life and loss, bearing witness to whispered confessions, final goodbyes, and moments of unexpected grace. In the midst of turmoil, he turned to storytelling--first to make sense of his own emotions, then to give voice to those who could no longer speak. What started as a simple question evolved into a movement, resonating with millions longing for connection. Moving, humbling, and profoundly inspiring, Stories from a Stranger is more than a book--it's a celebration of our shared humanity and the invisible threads that bind us together.
Walter Chandoha. Dogs. Photographs 1941-1991
The world appears to be divided into cat and dog lovers, but fortunately Walter Chandoha, the 20th century's greatest pet photographer found himself happily in the middle. He loved these intriguing creatures equally for their unique beauty and individualism, and as subjects to photograph in a career spanning over 70 years. While working on his critically acclaimed TASCHEN book Cats, Chandoha handpicked his favorite dog photos for a potential follow-up title, putting into carefully marked boxes hundreds of contact sheets, prints, and color transparencies. Chandoha sadly passed away in 2019 at the age of 98, but his legacy lives on in this dashing sequel dedicated to man's best friend. "Walter Chandoha's photographs of dogs are compelling not just because dogs have an inherent charm, but because the person behind the camera was a master of his craft," writes the photography critic Jean Dykstra in the book's introduction. We see terriers, collies, beagles, bloodhounds, poodles, small dogs, big dogs, show dogs, working dogs, and many more, featuring over 60 breeds photographed in both black-and-white and glorious Kodachrome.Spanning a 50-year period, the book is divided into six sections, and each chapter reveals Chandoha's exceptional combination of technique, versatility, and soul. The opening chapter "In the Studio" focuses on formal portraiture; next it's "Strike a Pose" where our canine companions ham it up for the camera; in "Out and About" they get to roam and play, often photographed with Chandoha's own children; next it's "Best in Show" with Chandoha using his reportage skills to capture vintage dog shows from the Mad Men era; in "Tails from the City, " the dogs are hitting the streets of mid-century New York; and in the closing chapter "Country Dogs, " it's back to nature, the fields, and the beaches. Dogs is an unleashed photographic tribute to these lovable and loyal creatures.
Live from My Studio
More than 200 pages of original art that helped create the visual trademark of Saturday Night Live. Foreword by Robin Morgan. LIVE FROM MY STUDIO is the first book to showcase The Art of Edie Baskin. The pioneering, 2x Emmy-nominated photographer and art director, created the signature look of a show that would transform television, popular culture and influence the people and events that have shaped our lives for 50 years. Her iconic hand-colored portraits of the stars of rock, screen, stage and television were a signature of the show, broadcast to tens of millions of homes every week, reflecting the show's wit, charm and mischief, captivating generations while reviving a long-lost art form.
We Will Not Be Removed
"This is the story of a Portland park and a community that refuses to be "removed." In spite of being displaced, this community survives. Birthdays are celebrated, tragedy is commemorated, and, most important, people who grew up in the neighborhood, as well as their offspring, connect in the park each day. I've been privileged to try to capture their spirit through pictures for almost five years. Individuals have welcomed me into their lives." --Alan Wieder, from the Introduction During the latter half of the twentieth century, sections of North and Northeast Portland experienced significant gentrification. Many people--predominantly the Black population, whose families had lived there for generations--were pushed out of their neighborhoods to distant corners of the city. Despite such dislocations, some refused to give up their connection to what had historically been their neighborhood park. They travel back to the neighborhood daily to spend time at a park that has come to represent family and community. From 2020 to 2024 Alan Wieder visited the King School Park almost every day, photographing and interviewing the individuals who regularly frequent the park. We Will Not Be Removed documents this community, which, against all odds, continues to persevere. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mitchell Jackson, who grew up in the King Park neighborhood, pens the foreword, providing a sense of how these blocks in North Portland mattered to those who lived there. With poignant quotations captured from the interviews and Wieder's seventy black-and-white photographs, We Will Not Be Removed is a powerful testimony to the lasting bonds of community.
The Queer Face of War
Award-winning photographer and journalist J. Lester Feder shows us The Queer Face of War in this remarkable collection of stunning portraits and moving profiles, capturing the many ways queer people can be vulnerable in armed conflict--and the many ways they feel especially called to fight. Queer people's experiences of war have largely been invisible. Portraits like the ones in this book are rare because most recent wars have been fought in places where it is generally unsafe for queer people to come out. But Russia's invasion of Ukraine is different: Queer people have become a visible part of the war effort, continuing to fight for their rights as they join the fight for their country. Queer freedom and the fight for democracy are deeply entwined in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin has partly framed the war as a battle to protect "traditional values," making this the first war in which a global superpower has invaded its neighbor with the explicit goal of rolling back LGBTQ rights. Award-winning photographer and journalist J. Lester Feder shows us The Queer Face of War in this remarkable collection of stunning portraits and moving profiles.
Oregon Waterfalls
From mossy forest cascades to rugged mountain plunges, Oregon Waterfalls is a curated photo celebration of more than 90 of the state's most picturesque falls. Featuring vivid imagery by 45 local photographers, this regional showcase invites readers to experience the variety and seasonal changes of Oregon's natural water features. The book is arranged geographically, with chapters on the Columbia River Gorge, Silver Falls State Park, Central Cascades, and more, making it easy to plan waterfall-hunting trips or revisit familiar favorites. Key Features: - Captures more than 90 waterfalls across nine Oregon regions - Stunning photography by 45 Oregon-based contributors - Highlights seasonal variation and trail accessibility - Organized by geography for easy travel planning - Includes tips for safe hiking, photography, and preservation - Showcases iconic falls like Multnomah and hidden gems like Deep Creek, Oregon Oregon Waterfalls is both a visual tribute and practical inspiration to explore the Pacific Northwest's most magical cascades.
Into the Lost World
Think you know the Louisiana bayou region? Think again. Professional photographer Andy Crawford has spent his life exploring the ethereal swamps of Louisiana and now leads photographic kayak tours through areas largely inaccessible by bike or car. This book takes readers along for the ride. It includes: - Over 150 color photos depicting the plants, wildlife, and structures Andy has encountered in the bayou region - Stories and facts about the trees, animals, and inner world of the swamps, illustrating the importance of wildlife management and conservation - A map with starred locations representing the areas covered in the book Whether you're an enthusiastic traveler or a photography lover or want to learn more about a remote and mysterious region, this lush photographic journey will make you fall in love with all the treasures the Louisiana bayous hold.
52 Assignments: Composition
52 Assignments: Composition is a year's worth of inspiring weekly assignments to kick-start your creativity.This book is a mission brief, a portfolio of photographic workshops, a personalized journal and an inspirational guide to putting the creativity back into your photography. It is filled with a year's worth of weekly commissions and concepts that challenge photographers to expand their knowledge of how to compose photographs, considering framing and positioning to guide the viewer's eye and create movement. This book explores compositional techniques in fresh and challenging ways, allowing photographers to capture their favorite subjects in a new light.Full of technical advice and professional tips, it includes journal space for you to add your own notes, lists and tech specs, creating a unique journal to record the journey you have made with your imagery. Complete the assignments weekend by weekend over the course of a year, or dip in every time you need to bring a new concept or creative approach to your photographs.
Iconic and Hidden Gems of the Appalachian Trail
In Iconic and Hidden Gems of the Appalachian Trail: 20 Unforgettable Hikes, Raymond Salani III guides readers through celebrated and lesser-known day hikes. Each hike is presented with detailed maps, seasonal photographs, and engaging essays exploring biodiversity, geology, and cultural history. This book blends inspiring photography and writing with actionable trail information, including GPS coordinates and difficulty ratings. QR codes link to digital maps for real-time navigation, enhancing the hiking experience. Whether you're an avid hiker or an armchair traveler, this volume captures the ecological and scenic diversity of the Appalachian Trail. Key Features: - Environmental education, cultural history, and personal reflections - Highlights iconic landmarks and hidden gems from Georgia to Maine - Practical data on distance, elevation, and difficulty level - QR codes for smartphone navigation and real-time trail guidance - 20 curated hikes with in-depth overviews and detailed route maps - Over 250 original photographs showcasing seasonal contrasts and biodiversity Perfect for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and photographers.
Marilyn Monroe 100
In association with the Marilyn Monroe Estate, Marilyn Monroe 100 is the only official photography-based publication to commemorate the centenary of Marilyn Monroe's birth. In 2026, the world will celebrate what would have been Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday. In honor of her life, Marilyn Monroe 100 - the only authorized centenary book -- brings together the work of seventeen great photographers who worked most closely with her, from the Norma Jean years to the last photo shoot. In between are her golden years in print and in film: the shimmering dresses, her incandescent allure, and, from beginning to end, her love affair with the camera (and the cameras with her). Marilyn Monroe 100 is the must-have commemorative book for Marilyn's millions of multi-generational and cross-cultural fans, for devotees of Hollywood's Golden Age, and for fashionistas who prize her timeless appeal. As glamorous as the star herself, the book is large, with gilt edges and spot-gold printing inside. And all 275 photographs in this 348-page book are by the giants of 20th century photography from Cecil Beaton to Milton Greene, Henri Cartier-Bresson to Richard Avedon. A century after her birth, Marilyn Monroe is as mesmeric now as she was in life. Marilyn Monroe 100 is the book to mark this once in a lifetime occasion.
Dear Marilyn
Through the words and photographs of celebrated photographer Sam Shaw, Dear Marilyn offers newly discovered correspondence and never-before-seen images of the most famous woman Hollywood has ever created. Dear Marilyn offers a fresh insight into the life of the most-famous woman Hollywood has ever created. Through the stunning photography of Monroe's close friend and confidant, the photographer, journalist and filmmaker Sam Shaw, this book brings Marilyn Monroe to life in a spectacular celebration of the centenary of her birth. In Shaw's own voice, through his diary entries and intimate correspondences with Monroe, we learn of their close friendship and an insider-view that charts her rise to stardom, the challenges she faced and her quest to find artistic authenticity. For the first time, Shaw also tells the origin story of his iconic 'blowing skirt' series from The Seven Year Itch. Stunning digitally remastered photographs from the original 1940s-1960s archival material include some of the most famous images ever taken of Monroe: from behind the scenes of The Seven Year Itch to candid images of her on the streets of New York City and in love at the beach in Amagansett. Including never-before-seen images, Shaw's work favors improvisation and shows Marilyn Monroe at her most spontaneous and radiant. "Marilyn was born out of time, still she became a superstar, a myth, and a legend." --Sam Shaw
Richard Avedon Immortal
An unflinching exploration of aging from one of the twentieth century's most influential photographers '[Avedon's] portraits ... expose something more than skin deep; whole worlds are contained in these well-earned crags and crevices.' - The New York Times For more than half a century, Richard Avedon sought to represent advancing age in the faces of the people he photographed. From his earliest years at Harper's Bazaar and Vogue through to the twenty-first century, Avedon routinely and audaciously broke the rule of flattering public personalities in his portraits. Instead, he chose to highlight the onslaught of what he called the "avalanche of age," dramatizing the universal experience of getting older.Accompanying a groundbreaking exhibition at The Image Centre at Toronto Metropolitan University and The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Immortal is the first book to delve into Avedon's unflinching representation of aging throughout his career.This elegant hardcover volume features nearly 100 portraits of cultural luminaries, each printed in striking tritone, such as Michelangelo Antonioni, Truman Capote, Marcel Duchamp, Duke Ellington, Toni Morrison, Patti Smith, and Stephen Sondheim, as well as one of Avedon's last self-portraits. Texts by a star-studded cohort of authors, including Vince Aletti, Adam Gopnik, Paul Roth, and Ga禱lle Morel, shed new light on an under-represented element of Avedon's practice. Thoughtfully edited and beautifully produced, Immortal testifies emphatically to the determination with which people confront the relentless advance of mortality.
Blood Moon
Following a lifetime of animal rescue and African wildlife conservation efforts, Beverly and Dereck Joubert raise the alarm to the plight of the rhino. This oversize volume is both a celebration of these magnificent animals and a call to action to save them from vanishing forever. Blood Moon tells the tale of the extraordinary efforts to rescue rhinos from high-poaching zones in South Africa and save the species in secret locations in Botswana. Involving the help of military personnel, planes, helicopters, and private-sector gunboats, this is an action-packed story. The breathtaking images and riveting prose not only capture the never-before-seen rescue of rhinos, but also transcend wildlife publishing to celebrate the life of these elusive animals and the vanishing habitats of Africa.This book takes wildlife imagery to a new level. Here, the striking black-and-white photography is paired with the use of red, which has always been symbolic of wealth in the East, the largest market for rhino horns. Blood Moon is an inspiring demonstration of what humanity can do if we try to turn back extinction.Proceeds from this book benefit the Great Plains Foundation, with a mission to conserve and expand natural habitats in Africa through education programs, community initiatives, and wildlife and environmental stewardship in Botswana, Kenya, and Zimbabwe. Great Plains Conservation and its Foundation manage over 1,000,000 acres of land in sub-Saharan Africa with plans to expand to 5,000,000 acres across a variety of critically important and fragile landscapes throughout Africa.
Patrick Demarchelier
A stunning new portrait of the legendary fashion photographer, famed for his iconic fashion shots, now exposes a trove of never-before-seen images--each one breathtaking and full of surprises, revealing an extraordinary range of talent. Demarchelier was known for his ability to capture a subject's beauty and charm in a natural way, often without ornate settings. His exquisite and timeless fashion portraits graced the pages of Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Glamour, with ad campaigns for Dior, Louis Vuitton, YSL, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and have featured such high-profile subjects as Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, Karen Elson, and Nicole Kidman. Demarchelier is perhaps best known for his intimate portraits of Princess Diana that helped establish her popularity and accessible public image. Designed by the legendary art director Fabien Baron, the book simultaneously celebrates Demarchelier's remarkable legacy as one of the most influential fashion photographers of the past forty-five years (he passed away in 2022) and offers a fresh perspective with never-before-seen photos. While his published images often feature polished, high-fashion aesthetics, capturing the glamour and elegance of the fashion world, the unpublished ones reveal a more intimate, raw, and unfiltered side of his artistry. These unseen photos offer a glimpse into Demarchelier's creative process, showcasing moments of spontaneity and experimentation. Additionally, these unpublished images often reflect a broader range of subjects, moods, and settings, highlighting his versatility and depth as a photographer beyond his signature fashion shoots.
Global Warning
Martin Parr puts the world to rights in this comprehensive catalogue of five decades of his photographs, published to accompany a major exhibition at Jeu de Paume in ParisFor over fifty years Martin Parr has photographed the absurdities of the contemporary world, from the frenzy of over-consumption and the ravages of mass tourism to humanity's increasing reliance on technology and our complex relationship with the animal kingdom.By turns critical, satirical, surprising, and funny, Global Warning is published in association with Jeu de Paume to accompany a new major exhibition of Parr's photography at the arts centre in Paris in January - May 2026.Richly illustrated with more than 175 of his photographs, from his early black-and-white work in the raucous holiday parks and sleepy supermarkets of rural England to his more recent colour photography of bustling tourist attractions and must-see destinations from across the globe, Global Warning offers a reinterpretation of Martin Parr's work and position in a time of widespread global disorder.Featuring a tone-setting introduction by Quentin Bajac, director of Jeu de Paume, four further essays by Jean-Fran癟ois Staszak, Roberta Sassatelli, Violette Pouillard, and Adam Greenfield, experts in the fields of geography, sociology, wildlife conservation and urban design, put the selection of works into context and explore the important topics that seem immediately relevant to our everyday lives.Showcasing many of Parr's most renowned images alongside rarely published hidden gems, Global Warning presents more than five decades of incisive visual commentary from one of the world's most celebrated photographers.
Life on the Lake
Celebrating the magic of summer on a freshwater lake, as well as a universal invitation to slow down and cherish the beloved and fleeting summer season Miles and miles of soft sandy shores, quaint beach towns and nostalgic ice cream shops, fresh-picked blueberries and farmers market tomatoes, beach days followed by bonfires, swimming by day, then watching sunsets on the rippling surface by night, there is truly nothing like a lakeside summer. Through creative and reflective essays, unfussy recipes, inspiring guides, and thoughtful prompts, photographer Tylee Shay, a lifelong Michigan resident, shows readers what a classic summer spent at the lake truly feels like. Readers of Life on the Lake will also be inspired to make the most of their own summer, including bucket lists, unplugging, beachcombing, and more.
Beautiful Bugs
Discover a world of unique entomological beauty with insects from around the globe, handpicked by the premier collector and preservation artist, Bug in the Box. Beautiful Bugs presents a rare and extensive collection of artfully preserved insects, each framed and professionally photographed to create a stunning masterpiece. From shining iridescent beetles to paper-thin butterflies, these insects invite you to ponder the breathtaking intricacy of nature. Accompanying the gallery of photographs are essential identifiers for each insect and unexpected facts about the extraordinary ways these creatures live and operate in our world.A curated gallery for the brave and bug-curious, this stunning book unveils the wonders of the most astonishingly diverse lifeform in the animal kingdom. SOPHISTICATED INSECT BOOK: At once a visual delight and a treasure trove of curious facts for readers, this is an entirely unique volume showcasing insects in an extraordinary way. With ethereal winged insects like the Cypris Morpho and Aurora Blue Damselfly, and remarkable beings like the Chinese Mantis and Eastern Goliath Beetle, Beautiful Bugs celebrates the natural elegance of some of the world's most fascinating and often-overlooked creatures.ELEGANT AND EDUCATIONAL: This dazzling coffee table book is filled with vivid, high-quality images paired with captivating facts about insects' behaviors, intricate life cycles, and delightful quirks. The curators behind Bug in the Box draw inspiration from a diverse array of influences, from the charm of old antiques to the sleek simplicity of modern minimalist design, to allow their work to resonate with anyone who appreciates beauty in nature and art.HOME D?COR AESTHETIC: There has never been a trendier time to hang a framed butterfly on your wall or have a zeitgeisty book full of them--in all their glamorous glory--in your collection.CELEBRATING BIODIVERSITY: Bug in the Box is dedicated to ethically and humanely sourcing insects and bringing their unique qualities to the world's attention. This book shares not just the beauty but also the profound importance of these small yet mighty creatures and our planet's diversity. Perfect for: Entomologists, insect enthusiasts, and nature loversArtists and interior designersAmateur and professional insect preservation artistsAnyone interested in sustainable and ethical insect collectingTrivia buffs and anyone looking for niche and surprising knowledge
Bruce W. Talamon. Soul. R&b. Funk. Photographs 1972-1982
Talamon saw it all during the golden age of soul, R&B, and funk. Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, this young African American photographer from Los Angeles found himself backstage with an all-access pass to the heart of the music scene. He caught his first big break landing a position as a staff photographer at SOUL Newspaper in LA in the early 1970s, just as soul, R&B, and funk were becoming part of the mainstream. He captured the rehearsals and sound checks, recording sessions and costume fittings, the quiet reflective moments and life on the road, and, of course, the wild photoshoots and memorable performances. These photographs define an era famed for its glamour, fabulous fashions, and utter devotion to the groove.
Lee Friedlander: Christmas
With a healthy sprinkle of plastic and tinsel, Friedlander's visions of a commercial, uniquely American Christmas evoke both irony and nostalgiaWhether or not you celebrated Christmas at some point during the last 70 years, you have no doubt encountered many of the scenes shown here in Lee Friedlander's eclectic black-and-white documentation of the holiday season across America. From city sidewalks to cookie-cutter suburbs, Friedlander captures it all: main street store window displays; plastic nativities on snow-covered lawns; inflatable snowglobes and Santa Clauses; questionable St. Nicholas-themed lingerie; oversize or underwhelming Christmas trees; and houses so covered in string lights as to demand nothing short of a miracle from the local power grid.As in all of his work, Friedlander's images of Christmas reflect his own version of the holiday. Is Christmas in America a religious celebration? A commercial precept? A misunderstanding? An indulgent blasphemy? Or all of the above? The only certain thing is that December 25 has provided an opportunity for the people's photographer to hold up a mirror to a flawed, inventive, preoccupied and wonderful society.Lee Friedlander (born 1934) has published more than 60 monographs since 1969. He was represented alongside Diane Arbus and Garry Winogrand in the 1967 New Documents exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art, now understood as a landmark event in American documentary photography, and received his own retrospective at the same museum in 2005. He has lived and worked in New York since 1956.
Francois Halard: Art & Flowers
The master photographer's compelling images of his two most intimate passions: art and flowers. "His photography has an innate capacity to evoke emotion and tell stories that linger in the mind long after the image is seen," writes Dries Van Noten in the foreword to this two-volume series of images. Long revered for his personal photography of the world's most celebrated buildings and interiors, Halard strikes a new path with two new bodies of work. Confined to his house in Arles after a shoulder injury in early 2024, Halard began photographing the objects immediately surrounding him with his Polaroid camera. In turns traditional and abstract, the Flowers series is a captivating exploration of nature's beauty. As beautifully described by fashion designer Dries Van Noten, "The Polaroid captures a fleeting moment, blossoming into a lasting memory, while the real flower, vibrant and alive, ultimately withers away, reminding us that beauty can be both preserved and ephemeral." In the second series, Art, Halard has enlarged a select number of his Polaroids, which he then worked on top with paint, wax, and other materials to give the final results a strong, layered sense of history and memory. Many of the images are made of ancient statuaries or details of Renaissance paintings from Italy and Greece--the tight crop of a marble head, or the folds of 15th-century drapery. "I am delving into the idea that antiquity can be modern," Halard states in his interview with art curator Bice Curiger, "I like to start with a specific object to turn it into another, transitory object." Halard's transformation of the ephemeral into the permanent, in the case of his flowers; and the permanent into the ephemeral, in the case of his Classical-inspired artworks--give power and beauty to these compelling images.
Stones from the Inside - The Limited Edition
As soon as Bill Wyman was given a camera as a young boy, he quickly developed a passion for photography. After joining what would become the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band, Wyman continued his hobby. When he didn't have his bass, he had his camera. The result is an arresting, insightful and often poignant collection of photographs, showing his exclusive inside view of the band. From traveling to relaxing, backstage and on, Stones From the Inside is a unique view captured by a man who was there, every step of the way. Along with the images of the band at work and play, Wyman includes remarkable images of those along for the ride, from John Lennon, Eric Clapton, David Bowie and Iggy Pop to John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. To accompany his photographs, Wyman offers up wonderful insights, anecdotes and behind-the-photo stories, giving all us a front-row seat and backstage pass to what it was like to be there, as music history was made as a member of The Rolling Stones. Limited to just 300 copies, this slipcased edition is accompanied by a print.
Plus
Lydia Hudgens's debut photo book, featuring only plus-sized models: a first in fashion publishing. In a landscape where magazine covers are still dominated by skinny bodies and Fashion Week runways have moved backward in the models that are walking, Plus breaks with business as usual and features only plus-sized models in a celebration of diverse fashion and a demand for the industry to move forward. Divided into three chapters--"Beauty," "Editorial," and "Body"--Lydia Hudgens's photography celebrates the beauty of all bodies, and the figures who've pushed fashion forward to welcome more people in. Alongside shoots of models, Plus features interviews with trailblazers like Kellie Brown who've made their mark on the fashion world. The fashion industry needs to keep evolving, and these icons, models, and Hudgens are helping to make it happen.
Frank S. Matsura
A captivating collection of Native American portraiture by early 20th-century Japanese photographer Frank S. Matsura frames the rarely told story of his work and unique personal life. Frank S. Matsura (1873-1913) was an immigrant photographer, a local hero, a charismatic original, an enigma, and a man of the community whose legacy has grown over time. Today, historians are still compiling the details of Frank's unconventional life, and his identity and images are enjoying a revival. An expansion of academic scholarship, documentaries, exhibitions, and regional historical interests, particularly regarding his Native American portraiture, has resulted in a more vivid understanding of the man and his work: Matsura's photographs of local tribal members reveal an honesty and empathy, a counterpoint to the contrived or nostalgic seen in his contemporaries' images from the same period. His oeuvre of just ten years (due to his unexpected passing from tuberculosis) documents everyday local events and the cacophony of characters who visited his studio for dime portraits. There are parallels to be found between Matsura's work and today's society in attempts to rise above anti-Asian bias, the continued pursuit of cultural agency, and a desire to individually define what America can and should be. Along with beautifully reproduced black-and-white photographs, the book features narratives from five scholars who give life and context to Matsura's work, celebrating his captivating photography as a look into immigrant artists, American identity, and the history of a fluid and multicultured exceptionalism. THE FIRST COMPREHENSIVE BOOK OF ITS KIND: Frank Matsura was a Japanese-born photographer who lived in northern Washington State in the early 20th century. This is a rare and comprehensive exploration of his life, including the juxtaposition of his work against the images of Native American people by American photographer Edward S. Curtis. MATSURA'S SINGULAR WORK AND STYLE: Matsura's work broke many cultural and photographic taboos of the time. He took candid and relaxed photos of his subjects, including local Native American tribes. Many of his images were spontaneous group photos of locals in character and costume. He included himself in many of his photos, and he included interracial couples in his images as well. A HIDDEN FIGURE WHOSE TIME HAS COME: This collection was based on a 2023 exhibit at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. Interest in Matsura's work has gained momentum over the years, and this book coincides with the release of Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Beth Harrington's documentary Our Mr. Matsura on his work and legacy. Perfect for: American and Native American history buffs Photographers and artists Fans of Frank Matsura's unconventional story and work Lovers of vintage, historical, and portrait photography
Vanishing America
Takes readers on a nostalgic journey along Route 66, exploring its forgotten relics and enduring spirit.Embark on a nostalgic and enlightening journey through Vanishing America: A Journey Through the Forgotten Relics of Route 66, authored by Justin Tedford. Delve into the disappearing landmarks of Route 66 alongside the revitalized destinations shaping its future. This compelling exploration showcases the poignant stories of once-thriving roadside attractions, now fading into obscurity, juxtaposed with the vibrant renewal of others who have embraced a new era of travel.Through vivid descriptions and evocative storytelling, Tedford captures the essence of America's iconic highway, revealing each stop's cultural and historical significance along the way. From weathered motels and abandoned gas stations to revitalized locations and quirky roadside attractions, the book vividly depicts Route 66's past and present. Vanishing America: A Journey Through the Forgotten Relics of Route 66 celebrates Route 66's resilience and spirit, captivating readers with its changing landscapes and enduring legacy. Whether you're a history buff, a road trip enthusiast, or simply curious about America's evolving cultural tapestry, Justin Tedford's book promises to enlighten and inspire.
