The Darkroom Cookbook
The fifth edition of this comprehensive guide to darkroom photography is fully revised and updated, placing analog and traditional methods into the context of a digital world and contemporary workflows.Including invaluable analog photography techniques, chemicals, and equipment, supported by visual examples. The DCB5 has 180 updated recipes for darkroom experiments, and tips for mastering the darkroom. It includes the chemicals used to develop, stop, fix, tone, and archivally process films and prints. DCB5 contains invaluable information on making enlarged digital negatives, planning a darkroom, and safely handling photographic chemicals. It features new sections on split-printing, solarization, and making your own gelatin emulsion. The fifth edition includes contributions and stunning black-and-white imagery by established artists such as Bruce Barnbaum, Tim Rudman, Christina Z. Anderson, John Sexton, and more.This is the essential guide for any practitioner who wants to take the next step to develop a thorough understanding of film and darkroom processes, techniques, and working methodologies, as well as graduate and advanced photography students with an interest in analog and darkroom processes.
Landscapes of Hope
An environmental success story involving people from all walks of life and points of view.At a time when division, polarization, misinformation, and antagonisms pervade the United States, there is hope for the future. Landscapes of Hope shows how people from all walks of life and backgrounds can come together, talk, work out details, and compromise to do something special for generations to come: safeguarding 900,000 acres of spectacular wild country in Utah.Perched on the western edge of the Colorado Plateau, the Greater San Rafael Swell spans 8,000 square miles in south-central Utah and showcases a rich tapestry of landscapes. Its colorful geological strata span 350 million years of Earth's history and contain a remarkably well-preserved fossil record from times when primitive marine species first emerged to the era of dinosaurs and the appearance of large mammals. The region's arid climate and isolation have also worked together to preserve cultural artifacts left by Indigenous peoples who have occupied the area for some 13,000 years.As the treasures of the Greater San Rafael Swell became widely known, conservationists undertook campaigns during the 1960s to designate large tracts of public lands in the region as wilderness, where "the earth and its community of life are untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who does not remain." Initially, some residents of Emery County, located in the heart of the Greater Swell, strongly opposed these efforts, concerned that wilderness designations could limit ranching and mining, undermine residents' livelihoods, and sever their cultural ties to the lands.Reconciling these opposing views at first seemed impossible, but, starting in the late 1990s, Emery County leaders and residents engaged a wide spectrum of stakeholders in discussions spanning more than two decades. In 2019, their efforts to find common ground culminated in the passage of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, which designated substantial portions of public lands for multiple uses while creating twenty-five new wilderness and other protected areas, safeguarding nearly 900,000 stunningly beautiful acres.Landscapes of Hope celebrates the commitment of those who took rightful pride in their heritage yet worked with others to forge comprehensive legislation, conserving landscapes of extraordinary grandeur and profound cultural and ecological importance. The fruits of their endeavors are portrayed in Steve Strom's captivating photographs and informative stories that showcase the splendor of the areas now protected in perpetuity.
At Work
When Brian Doben began working on At Work over 10 years ago, he had already been a professional photographer for 15 years and felt as though he had lost his voice--or perhaps never found his own voice. Following a near-fatal bike accident, Brian realized that to find inspiration, to find love, he had to spend time with people who love what they do. From ranchers in Texas to a chemist in Boston, a sumo wrestler in Japan to street performers in Cuba, At Work is a collection of photographs of people from around the world "just doing their jobs." It is a study of our world and how the people in it follow their unique callings. The photographs in At Work capture genuine moments that emerge through conversation, not necessarily direction. In At Work, Brian Doben celebrates the dignity of work and reminds us to remember what it's like to do what we love. To have a conversation, capture a moment, relay a message, and create an image you won't soon forget.
Legacy America
In this coffee-table companion book to the documentary film of the same name, artist and author Holt Webb tells the story of the American Steam engine through his camera lens.The book contains one hundred pages of creative color and black-and-white photography captured during the filming of the 2025 documentary Legacy America.From the film's opening monologue: You may have seen these icons before.Maybe you saw them in a picture book or even a movie.These machines of yesterday were controlled by one simple element: Steam. I am in awe at the detail of what goes into making these living, breathing monsters work.What once began as train tenders full of coal is now replaced by computers with circuits smaller than the eye can see. The pioneers who built these machines figured out how to venture across the American frontier to get us the food we eat and the cargo we needed to build the infrastructure of our nation. And for the first time, these steam-powered machines allowed us to travel long distances in comfort. It's the American Steam engine. My name is Holt Webb, and I'm a photographer. Join me as we venture across the American frontier, uncovering the people, places, and stories that built this great nation and brought us together.This ... is our Legacy America.
Patti Smith
Patti Smith: Horses, Paris 1976 is a gorgeous collection of never-before-published photographs of music legend Patti Smith, taken by rock-n-roll photographer Claude Gassian during the release of her iconic album Horses. "A big and beautiful gift-worthy holiday art book" (New York Times)In 1975, Patti Smith released Horses, a seminal album in punk and rock music history. Lauded by critics, and often cited as the first punk rock album, Horses has influenced artists like U2, Madonna, and R.E.M.Over the following year, she and her band visited Paris multiple times to perform, to accept awards, and to absorb the city's culture. Gassian beautifully captures this moment in time.As Patti writes, Claude Gassian's photography is "a glimpse of the highly charged atmosphere of 1976 and the joyful hubris of a rock n' roll band."These are previously unpublished images that show a young artist on the cusp of world stardom, and they will be catnip for her fans and for music historians.
Suturing the City
An ethnographic and photographic investigation into the complex meanings of living in Congo's urban worlds today.Focusing upon the 'urban now', a moment suspended between lingering precolonial references, the broken dreams of a colonial past, and the not yet realised promises of neoliberal futures, this book provides an ethnographic and photographic investigation of the complex meanings of living - and living together - in Congo's urban worlds today.The authors, anthropologist Filip De Boeck and photographer Sammy Baloji, take the reader on a tour of specific urban sites in Kinshasa and beyond. In their detailed analysis these sites emerge as suturing points in which the possibilities of collective urban action and dreams of a shared future continue to be explored.
Chromotherapia
A cavalcade of color photos by everyone from Alex Prager to William WegmanThis book, Chromotherapia: The Feel-Good Color Photography, offers genuine relief from the black-and-white world. Often disparaged, not always taken seriously, color photography has nevertheless allowed artists to get out their palettes and "paint." Many have freed themselves from the medium's documentary status to explore the common roots of the image and the imaginary, flirting with the worlds of Surrealism and Pop. Famed Italian visual artist and curator Maurizio Cattelan and curator Sam Stourdz矇 offer a rereading of the history of color photography through the 20th century into the 21st, and through the works of over 20 artists who take us on a journey into vibrant, acidulous worlds. Treat yourself to sunny yellow, azure blue, bright red, bubbly orange and more, straight from the lenses of the biggest names in color photography.Photographers include: Yevonde Middleton, Harold Edgerton, Erwin Blumenfeld, Walter Chandoha, William Wegman, Hiro, Guy Bourdin, Alex Prager, Juno Calypso, Adrienne Raquel, Miles Aldridge, Ouka Leele, Hassan Hajjaj, Ruth Ossai, Pierre et Gilles, Sandy Skoglund, Martin Parr, Arnold Odermatt, Maurizio Cattelan, Pierpaolo Ferrari.
Fields of Ireland
The green, green grass of Ireland is renowned across the world.The green, green grass of Ireland is renowned across the world.Join us as we walk through fields dotted with sheep and divided by dry-stone walls. Celebrate the rolling slopes, rugged valleys and patchwork meadows that make this ancient land so beautiful.
Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe: South Africa, 1977/78
Superb photographs documenting the people, places and activist movements in apartheid-era South AfricaPublished with The Gordon Parks Foundation. American photographer Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe's understanding of race and class was shaped by Chicago's systemic discriminatory practices; as she later reflected, the city had, "in its own way, a form of apartheid." After encountering Ernest Cole's photographs and training with mentors such as Gordon Parks and Garry Winogrand in the early 1970s, Moutoussamy-Ashe (born 1951) traveled to South Africa at the height of apartheid, armed with her camera. In March 1977 she accompanied her husband Arthur Ashe there, as part of a team filming a TV documentary on sports and apartheid. Returning alone the next year, she visited Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg and KwaZulu-Natal, and the townships of Alexandra, Kliptown, Lenasia and Soweto, getting to know the country and its people through her lens, gaining special access to various events and documenting encounters with influential figures.In stark black-and-white and vivid color, Moutoussamy-Ashe's images offer a distinct perspective from an African American photographer on a turbulent period in South African history. This publication, winner of the 2024 Gordon Parks Foundation/Steidl Book Prize, features more than 100 of Moutoussamy-Ashe's photographs, many never published before.
Gordon Parks: Pastor E.F. Ledbetter and the Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, 1953
The first feature article that Parks both wrote and photographed is reassembled through previously unseen images, contact sheets, ephemeral material and Parks' original manuscript Published with The Gordon Parks Foundation and Howard University. In 1953, Gordon Parks returned to Chicago on an assignment for Life magazine to photograph the Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church and the Reverend Ernest F. Ledbetter Sr. for a series on American religious life. This would be the first assignment for which he was both writer as well as photographer. Parks approached the Near West Side church with a decisive eye toward composing compelling images that conveyed simultaneously the universal humanity and local specificity of the religious community. Life never published his photographs or essay, yet as this book demonstrates, Parks' visual and textual representation of Black religious life powerfully documents the dynamism of a community shaped by the Great Migration and Chicago's industrial landscape. This publication features more than 65 previously unpublished photographs and contact sheets, complemented by Parks' unseen manuscript and ephemeral material from the private collection of the Ledbetter family. A range of scholarly essays provides further insight and contextual analysis in art history, cultural geography, Black religious studies and creative writing.Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an acclaimed American photographer and film director prominent in US documentary photojournalism, particularly in issues of civil rights and poverty. His many photographic series include his iconic photos of poor Americans during the 1940s (taken for the Farm Security Administration Program) and his photographic essays for Life magazine. He directed films including Shaft and the semiautobiographical The Learning Tree.
Mario de Janeiro Testino
Mario Testino is one of the world's most successful fashion and portrait photographers, whose images are noted for their freshness and intimacy. Peruvian by birth, Testino has been fascinated by Rio de Janeiro since his earliest summer vacations. "When I was 14, on holiday, and going from my house to the beach and seeing everyone walk everywhere in their tiny bathing suits--the girls and boys were so sexy and carefree and wild--I just could not believe it."This easy sensuality, sexual freedom and lust for life left a deep impression; Testino has been going back ever since, for work and fun, passion and inspiration. Featuring candid shots of exquisite cariocas baring nubile flesh, including supermodel Gisele B羹ndchen, MaRIO DE JANEIRO Testino captures the essence of this incomparably seductive city and its sultry citizens. From its breathtaking sunset panoramas, to the throbbing chaos of its world-famous carnival, this is Testino's love poem to the Brazilian metropolis that captured his teenage heart, and never let go.
Genesis Ba矇z: Blue Sun
Spanning a decade of photographic work, Blue Sun offers a glimmering examination of matriarchal kinship and diasporaThe first monograph on the work of Genesis Ba矇z (born 1990), Blue Sun creates a "matriarchal sensorium" of tessellating social and environmental conditions shaped by colonization in Puerto Rico and subsequent mass migration to the mainland US, of which B獺ez is a descendant.
K'gari
Embark on a mesmerizing journey to K'gari (Fraser Island), Queensland, Australia-the world's largest sand island and the ancestral home of the Butchulla [ba: che: la] people-in the inaugural volume, K'gari: Echoes of the Sands.In this stunning photobook, award-winning photographer Jana captures the ethereal beauty of K'gari, where ancient rainforests blend seamlessly with pristine white sands and crystal-clear lakes, creating a landscape of unparalleled wonder. From the majestic dunes of Lake Wabby to the tranquil shores of Lake Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), every image transports readers to a realm where time stands still and nature reigns supreme.Echoes of the Sands is more than just a visual feast-it's a celebration of culture and heritage. Through the voices of Butchulla elders and storytellers, readers are invited to explore the rich tapestry of Butchulla lore and legend, passed down through generations. Embedded within the pages are snippets of the Butchulla language-ancient words and phrases that reflect the deep connection between the land and its people, preserving a heritage that stretches back thousands of years.Words from the Author"I have compiled this collection of pictures and stories to share my obsession with this island. Traveling full-time around Australia brought us here through a funny twist of fate. K'gari (Fraser Island) was never on our radar, and therefore, not on our bucket list-how silly that notion sounds to me now.I don't know what it is, but the moment you step off the barge and set foot on the island, an incredible sense of contentment washes over you, as if she siphons away all your worries and tensions.During our time here, we explored K'gari both on and off the beaten track. She continues to amaze me-her diversity, her magic, yet also her relentlessness and cruelty at times.Beaches are carved daily by countless freshwater creeks, reshaping the landscape in ever-changing ways. I remain in awe of the beauty and resilience of the canines roaming the world's largest sand island-the dingoes (wongari). And the colors-so many colors! Mind-blowing sunrises on the eastern coast, serene sunsets on the western coast. Crystal-clear lakes hidden inland. Lush rainforests with ancient giant trees. The cries of sand eagles (burad) echoing in the wind. Watching whales wave their fins and shoot rainbow-hued water streams into the sky, as if to say hello on their journey south.K'gari-she has my heart and soul. I wanted to share this with you, so grab a cuppa and enjoy."What to Expect���� A stunning collection of otherworldly photography, capturing the raw beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site. As the world's largest sand island, K'gari boasts a unique blend of five ecosystems: rainforests, wallum forests, freshwater lakes and creeks, sand dunes, and coast.���� Explore lush flora and diverse fauna in their natural habitat, walk hidden paths away from tourist crowds, and still experience iconic landmarks like Lake Boorangora (Lake McKenzie), the Maheno Shipwreck, Champagne Pools, and more.���� Venture to the dreamy, remote west coast-accessible only by 4x4.���� Immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture and learn words from the mystical, ancient language of the Butchulla People.✨ Get ready to be amazed by 234 pages of vibrant photography, bringing K'gari's timeless beauty to life.
Milford Moons
Milford Moons: A Writer's Visual Love Letter to His Ancestral Village, is an original book of photographs and text compiled by bestselling author Richard Morais, comprised of moonlit scenes of Milford, Pennsylvania. Morais creates a visual meaning and mood of his beloved hometown.Richard Morais is particularly suited to this endeavor: When he writes his novels, he conveys an atmosphere or sensibility in a book by striving to capture the right image more than the right word. That's how his bestselling novel The Hundred-Foot Journey became a celebrated 2014 Steven Spielberg-Oprah Winfrey film starring Helen Mirren. This book is no exception: Late one night while walking his dogs, Morais wondered what a single image would best capture a novel he was working on about his hometown, Milford. The full moon that stood over one of the back alleys prompted him to snap the beautiful, mysterious, and moody shadow-filled moonlit scene. After that first photograph, the assembly of images took on a life of its own. What started as a simple search for an image that would suit a murder mystery he was mentally formulating, became the process that ultimately morphed into its creative project: This series of photographs became a visual love letter to Milford, where his family has resided for four generations.
Bromoil Printing And Bromoil Transfer
Unlock the secrets of a lost art with "Bromoil Printing and Bromoil Transfer" by Emil Mayer, a masterpiece that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored by Alpha Editions. This collector's item is not just a reprint; it's a cultural treasure, meticulously revived for today's and future generations. Dive into the enchanting world of bromoil printing, a technique that transforms photographs into stunning works of art with painterly qualities. Mayer's expert guidance and passion for this craft shine through every page, offering both casual readers and classic literature collectors a unique glimpse into a timeless artistic process. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a photography aficionado, or a lover of rare books, this edition promises to inspire and captivate. Rediscover the beauty of a bygone era and enrich your collection with a piece of history that celebrates the enduring allure of artistic innovation.
The Art And Practice Of Silver Printing
Unlock the secrets of a timeless art with "The Art and Practice of Silver Printing," a masterpiece that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored by Alpha Editions. This collector's item is not just a reprint; it's a cultural treasure, meticulously revived for today's and future generations. Dive into the captivating world of silver printing, where William de Wiveleslie Abney and H. P. Robinson unravel the intricate techniques and artistic nuances of this classic photographic process. What makes this book unique is its blend of technical expertise and artistic insight, offering both casual readers and classic literature collectors a rare glimpse into the past. With its engaging narrative and detailed illustrations, this edition is a must-have for anyone passionate about photography, history, or the art of storytelling. Experience the magic of silver printing and let this restored classic inspire your creative journey. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a curious reader, this book promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of a bygone era. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of history order your copy today!
Collotype And Photo-Lithography
Unlock the secrets of a forgotten art with "Collotype and Photo-lithography" by Julius Schnauss, a masterpiece that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored by Alpha Editions. This rare gem, once lost to time, is not just a reprint it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously revived for today's and future generations. Dive into the fascinating world of collotype and photo-lithography, where Schnauss expertly guides you through the intricate processes that revolutionized the art of printing. This timeless work offers a unique glimpse into the craftsmanship and innovation of a bygone era, making it an invaluable resource for artists, historians, and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a casual reader or a collector of classic literature, this edition promises to captivate and inspire. With its engaging narrative and detailed insights, "Collotype and Photo-lithography" stands as a testament to the enduring power of art and technology. Rediscover the beauty of this lost art form and add a piece of history to your collection today.
Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Imperfections
'In 2012, I found a piece of material in a rock pool that changed my life. Mistaking this moving piece of cloth for seaweed, started the recovery of synthetic clothing from around the coastline of Britain for the next ten years.' Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Imperfections is a typology of discarded clothing fragments found around the coast of the UK. A homage to the work of pioneering botanist and photographer Anna Atkins (1799-1871)--the unique cyanotype images in the book mimic different species of marine algae found in waters around Great Britain. Through the creation of this work, photographic artist Mandy Barker hopes to raise awareness of fast fashion, synthetic clothes, and the harmful effect of microfibres in the oceans.
Boat
Out of the museum and into the wild, Katherine Knight's photographs imagine model boats reconnected to their stories and sites of origin. Since 2015, she has been photographing model boats -- imagining them at sea, on display, and in the changing weather of a maritime landscape. In this fascinating and highly original book, she teases out the allure of the boat model while also exploring the impulse to collect and the desire to tell stories in material form. Knight's camera knows no bounds. Her photographs include a tribute to a beloved dory, a memory of a passing ship, a mashup of several ferries, and a ship caught in the snow and ice -- hand-crafted models linking places and people of the North Atlantic. Accompanied by first-person recollections and insights into model making, these models by builders across Atlantic Canada celebrate the tenacity and creativity of their makers and the stories that inspired them. At once the material residue of historical patterns of leisure and labour and resilient artifacts that linger on, these model boats bridge fact and fiction, reconnecting treasured artifacts to lived experience. Guest essays by poet Sue Goyette, cultural historian Sara Spike, museum curator William Knight, and writer Peggy Gale intertwine with first person accounts by model makers, a ship's captain, and others to create a unique record of lived experiences related to model boats.
Abandoned Ireland 2
In Abandoned Ireland 2, photographer Rebecca Brownlie travels further off the beaten path to explore and showcase Ireland's forgotten buildings before nature or the demolition man claims them forever. Through her evocative photography, we cross the threshold of deserted mansions, cottages, convents and hotels, mills and shopping centres, wandering through once-lively rooms that have now fallen silent, where only mementos of the past stand sentinel. Amid the decay, tables are elaborately set for tea, coats hang by the door and well-thumbed books lay poised and open, as if their owner will be back at any moment. From a castle where King James II stayed before the Battle of the Boyne to a manor house whose occupants mysteriously disappeared in the middle of the night, the arresting and poignant photography on every page is a love letter to Ireland's buildings abandoned to time.
Collective States
Marking the 25th anniversary of the Art Gallery of Ontario's photography department, Collective States explores the museum's rich history with the medium, the origins of its permanent photography collection, and the AGO's evolving engagement with the art form. Focusing on the evolution of the act of collecting at the AGO since the department's creation at the outset of the 21st century, this book includes the work of early innovators, 20th-century trailblazers, and contemporary artists, as well as significant collections of 20th-century press photographs, pop photographica, and photographic albums. Featuring over 200 images in five thematic sections, Collective States blends works made across time and place to reveal the rich and versatile uses and approaches to the medium. With a diverse range of artworks, and insightful essays by the AGO's current curator of photography, Sophie Hackett, and the department's founding curator, Maia-Mari Sutnik, the book explores the indispensable role photography plays in contemporary visual culture and the advent of galleries, magazines, and festivals that explored the photographic form over the last 50 years.
The Next 20 Months of Street and Travel Photography in Vietnam
Street Photography of New York City
A striking photography collection capturing New York City's hidden beauty, human stories, and overlooked urban details.New York City's Times Square, Broadway, Fifth Avenue, and 34th Street are among its most world-renowned destinations famous for their glittering lights, landmark buildings, and designer shops. But for Xiom獺ro, the real attraction is the evocative mash-up of people within its grittier streets. Like a spirit sweeping into the crowds, his candid photography reveals the city's unique character. Captivating images celebrate the humanity of its subjects. Other photographs are simply unusual or propel the imagination to private interpretations. Detached from the physical world yet drawn to it, Xiom獺ro highlights the serendipity of daily life, overlooked architectural details, and obscure points of interest. The collection artistically freezes the human condition and the city's hidden beauty for examination in ways that cannot be appreciated within Manhattan's real-time chaotic swirl of energy--it also documents our times as "future history." Xiom獺ro's work has been covered by The New York Times and PBS and exhibited throughout the United States, Europe, and China. Before overcoming cancer and pursuing photography, Xiom獺ro was an attorney representing celebrities, recording artists, and other creative talent in the entertainment industry.
Dior Enchanting Gardens
An exquisite book on the role of gardens and flowers in the life and work of Christian Dior, and how they have influenced creation at the House of Dior ever since. Christian Dior had a special love for gardens and all things floral, which first blossomed during his childhood spent at the family home in Granville and developed throughout his life. Flowers have accompanied the couturier as a significant source of inspiration for his designs since the inception of the New Look, placed beneath the iconic corolla symbol, and the creation of his first fragrance, Miss Dior. Gardens were special havens in his private life, and gardening was a lasting personal passion. This volume explores how flowers and gardens have been an essential element and influence for all the creatives at the helm of the House, in both couture and perfumes. Chapters present the gardens of Christian Dior's private residences--from his childhood home Les Rhumbs in Granville, to his Ch璽teau de La Colle Noire in Montauroux, via the Moulin-du-Coudret in Milly-la-For礙t; revisit the historical fragrances of the House; showcase a collection of portraits of dresses that reveal the floral inspiration in the collections from Christian Dior's era to today, with a special focus on the most emblematic designs by all creative directors of the House: from the early flowery vision of femininity to contemporary floral-inspired designs. Rare archival materials are featured alongside images of campaigns and exhibitions by prominent photographers such as Henry Clarke, Patrick Demarchelier, Brigitte Niedermair, and Paolo Roversi, illustrating a decades-long unmistakable floral signature.
