Photography

In Animals, we discover a different side to the famed photographer who skillfully explores animals’ complex relationship with humans and the environment.

Tenderness abounds, particularly in scenes of unkempt street dogs sleeping contentedly next to a human. But there’s also a kind of essential solitude, with animals belonging to no one and simply wandering through life with only their survival instincts to guide them. We witness camels caught in the crossfire during the first Gulf War; a shepherd from Northern Pakistan tenderly feeding his goats; Beverly Hills designer dogs; race horses on a Hong Kong rooftop; an elephant in Thailand, and more images selected by McCurry from his vast archives.

Through McCurry’s lens, we discover an appreciation for each creature’s beauty and silent dignity. This kaleidoscopic collection is at once a beautiful travelogue and a touching tribute to the creatures who share our planet.

Peter Lindbergh and Azzedine Alaïa, the photographer and the couturier, were united by their love of black, a love that they would cultivate alike in silver print and solid color garments. Lindbergh ceaselessly turned to black and white to signify his search for authenticity in the faces he brought to light. Alaïa drew on the monochrome of timeless clothes to create veritable sculptures for the body.

In this book, the unique dialogue between the two artists is immortalized in print. Illustrating their community of spirit, its images are a celebration of their artistic partnership and testament to their history-making achievements in photography and fashion.

Despite their geographically opposed origins, Lindbergh and Alaïa pursued similar horizons. At the same time as Lindbergh’s reputation in Germany was growing thanks to his work in Stern magazine, and he set up his studio in Paris in 1978, Alaïa was the couturier shrouded in discretion whose sophisticated techniques were a treasured secret amongst the most important clients of Haute Couture.

Alaïa became the architect of bodies, revealing and unveiling them, while Lindbergh distinguished them by shining a light on their soul and personality. Step by step, they became the creators that dominated their respective disciplines. Both rejected any artifice that distracted from their true subject, and it is with great ease that they came together for a number of powerful collaborations.

Shared inspirations and aesthetic values are visible throughout their work. A beach in Le Touquet and the streets of old Paris reference a mutual love of black and white cinema and vast panoramas. The backdrop of an engine room illustrates the memory of an industrial German landscape for one and references the inordinate passion for functional design and architecture held by the other. Alaïa’s clothes act as pedestals for the smiles and eyes of the women who wear them: Nadja Auermann, Mariacarla Boscono, Naomi Campbell, Anna Cleveland, Dilone, Lucy Dixon, Vanessa Duve, Helene Fischer, Pia Frithiof, Jade Jagger, Maria Johnson, Milla Jovovich, Lynne Koester, Ariane Koizumi, Yasmin Le Bon, Madonna, Kristen McMenamy, Tatjana Patitz, Linda Spierings, Tina Turner, Marie-Sophie Wilson, Lindsey Wixson. For Lindbergh, who built his notoriety on the images of these supermodels, the authenticity of their traits is all that matters. The result is a potent black and white catalogue that reverberates with truthfulness and beauty.

The book accompanies the exhibition Azzedine Alaïa, Peter Lindbergh at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, 18 rue de la verrerie, Paris, France.

With contritutions by Fabrice Hergott, director of the Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris, Paolo Roversi, photographer, and Olivier Saillard, fashion historian and director of the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, Paris.

Sebastião Salgado’s photo book classic Workers. An Archaeology of the Industrial Age (first published in 1993) pays tribute to the time-honored tradition of manual labor in the new millennium when machines and computers replace human workers throughout the globe. With images of striking beauty and integrity, Salgado composes a visual elegy for the working men and women, whose indomitable spirit has prevailed over the harshest of conditions to achieve a singular grace.

More than those of any other living photographer, Sebastião Salgado’s images of the world’s poor stand in tribute to the human condition. Salgado defines his work as “militant photography”, dedicated to “the best comprehension of human being”; over the decades he has bestowed great dignity on the most isolated and neglected among us — from famine-stricken refugees in the Sahel to the indigenous peoples of South America.

With Workers, Salgado brings us a global epic that transcends mere image making to become an affirmation of the enduring spirit of working men and women. In this volume, three hundred fifty duotone photographs form an archaeological perspective of the activities that have defined hard work from the Stone Age through the Industrial Revolution to the present. With images of the infernal landscape of an Indonesian sulfur mine, the drama of traditional Sicilian tuna fishing, and the staggering endurance of Brazilian gold miners, Salgado unearths layers of visual information to reveal the ceaseless human activity at the core of modern civilization.

Workers presents its subject on several interactive levels: Salgado’s introductory text, written in collaboration with Brazilian author Eric Nepomuceno, expands his passionate photographic iconography; extended captions, also written by Salgado, provide a historical and factual framework. Honoring the timeless and indomitable spirit of the manual laborer, Workers renders the human condition with honesty and respect.

For six years Sebastião Salgado traveled the Brazilian Amazon and photographed the unparalleled beauty of this extraordinary region: the rainforest, the rivers, the mountains, the people who live there—this irreplaceable treasure of humanity in which the immense power of nature is felt like nowhere else on earth.

In early 1964, photographer Harry Benson received a call from the photo editor of London’s Daily Express, who asked him to cover the Beatles’ trip to Paris. It was the beginning of a career-defining relationship, which would both make Benson’s name and produce some of the most intimate photographs ever taken of the Beatles.

In Paris, Benson captured the Fab Four in the midst of a pillow fight at the George V Hotel, a spontaneous moment which came to epitomize the spirit of the band—Benson himself has called it the best shot of his career. Later that year, he followed the group on the road for their debut U.S. tour, documenting their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, their surprising encounter with Cassius Clay, and the hysteria of New York Beatlemania. Benson also photographed George Harrison’s honeymoon in Barbados, documented the Beatles on the set of their debut movie A Hard Day’s Night, and was present on the now infamous 1966 tour when John Lennon said that the Beatles were “more popular than Jesus.”

This pocket-sized edition brings back the best of Benson’s luminous black-and-white Beatles portfolio. Complemented by quotes and newspaper clippings from the period, an introduction by the photographer himself adds exciting personal testimony to these iconic images of the greatest band in musical history.

The photographer and filmmaker Bruce Weber is associated with a wide array of imagery: humanist portraits of artists, actors, and athletes; fashion spreads charged with emotion, irreverence, and nostalgia; lyrical tributes to eroticism and an arcadian vision of the American landscape. All these things—and golden retrievers, too. Since the very beginning, Weber has been accompanied on his travels by a pack of these benevolent canines, who have populated his photographs for fashion campaigns, prominent magazines, and the pages of his personal scrapbooks in equal measure.

The Golden Retriever Photographic Society is Weber’s first career-spanning collection of these photographs, one he describes as his most personal. In the introduction to the monograph, Weber remarks, “People sometimes say to me, ‘In my next life, I want to come back as one of your dogs.’” Paging through this volume, we understand the sentiment. For five decades, these golden retrievers have been foils for Weber’s imagination, storybook characters in the expansive life he has created with wife, Nan Bush. This book celebrates the human-animal bond, illuminating how connection to one’s pets can fuel creativity, provide companionship, and foster an abundance of joy.

In 1945 Bob Mizer began taking photographs of strapping young men on Muscle Beach in Venice, California. In December of that year he formed the Athletic Model Guild to market his photos, and “physique photography” was born. Before Mizer there were bodybuilders and men who photographed them, but AMG photos, even those of the same men, were different, subtly provocative, discretely aimed at a gay audience. They weren’t nude, but showed as much as the law allowed in 1945.

In 1951 Mizer launched Physique Pictorial, America’s first indisputably gay magazine, bringing his photos of top bodybuilders to grateful readers worldwide. By the late ’50s Mizer had photographed over 1,000 men, moving from the beach to his quirky Los Angeles studio, where he introduced props including Greek columns, Roman headdresses, rear projection, and famously, his mother’s glassware, for theatrical Hollywood effect. In 1957 he published a catalog featuring all his men, titled 1000 Model Directory. In 1968 a second 1000 Model Directory followed, with the men photographed in the intervening years. The little 98-page books became instant collectibles, but the photos were so small, 12 to a page, that they were as frustrating to view as they were titillating.

TASCHEN’s two-volume edition 1000 Model Directory prints from Mizer’s original 4 x 5 negatives to present these handsome hunks in stunning clarity. Editor Dian Hanson trawled through a quarter million male nudes to select this lineup of top models, including movie stars Sammy Jackson, Richard Harrison, and Ed Fury. Glenn Corbett of TV’s 77 Sunset Strip is also here, as well as Nick Adams, star of The Rebel, and top bodybuilders Chris Dickerson, Dick Dubois, Vince Gironda, Bill Grant, Zabo Koszewski, Henry Lenz, Don Peters, Bob Shealy, Charles Stroeder, Armand Tanny, and John Tristram.

An hour-long DVD is also included, containing 18 films made by Bob Mizer between 1954 and 1968, in black and white and color, all edited specifically for this book. They range from simple posing routines by bodybuilding stars Keith Stephan and AMG favorites Forrester Millard, John Davidson, and Steve Buono, to sword and sandal star Ed Fury’s first physique film, to gladiator extravaganzas, wrestling adventures, crime dramas, and—a Bob specialty—humorous morality tales, starring Jim Paris, John Tristram, Monte Hanson, and other models featured in the book. Mizer’s take on Dr. Frankenstein’s monster, in posing straps, is a standout.

The female leg is a sexual oddity. Non-genital, and nearly identical in structure to the corresponding male body part, there is no obvious reason why it’s eroticized. Yet, through much of history, across many cultures, the female leg was hidden from sight and treated as such a taboo topic that it became an object of intense sexual obsession. In the Victorian era the word “leg” was so forbidden that it couldn’t be uttered in polite society, lest men be driven wild with lust. Even now, 100 years after women’s legs came out of hiding, their allure remains strong. In this third book of Dian Hanson’s wildly successful body parts series she explores how freeing the female leg became central to women’s liberation, beginning with the post-French Revolution cancan and ending with the 1960’s Sexual Revolution miniskirt. Over 400 photos document the first burlesque “leg shows” of the 1800s, the silk-stockinged flappers of the 1920s, the nylon-mania of the 1940s, the dawn of the stiletto heel in the 1950s, all leading to the golden age of leg magazines in the 1960s. Learn who wore the first high heels, how nylons became a weapon of war, why Betty Grable’s were the million dollar legs, where Elmer Batters got his start, and just what the deal is with feet, while enjoying great vintage photos by Irving Klaw, Batters and other masters of leg art.

TASCHEN is proud to announce Lost + Found, Part I and Good News, Part II, the long-awaited, latest and final publications from artist David LaChapelle. The books are the fourth and fifth installments of LaChapelle’s five-book anthology, which began with LaChapelle Land (1996), continued with Hotel LaChapelle (1999), and followed by Heaven to Hell (2006).Lost + Found, Part I is a visual recording of the times we live in and the issues we face, expressed through David LaChapelle’s unique and distinctive vision. Featuring a monumental curation of images that have never before been published in book form, it chronicles LaChapelle’s strongest images as a visionary to date while encapsulating our time in history. This fourth volume also introduces a decade of unseen work from LaChapelle’s creative renaissance, where he offers a bridge into paradise and the sublime, leading viewers into volume two: Good News, Part II.Lost + Found, Part I features: Pamela Anderson, Julian Assange, Isabella Blow, David Bowie, Naomi Campbell, Hillary Clinton, Frances Bean Cobain, Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey, Lady Gaga, Sharon Gault, Daphne Guinness, Whitney Houston, Kris Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Bruce Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Dwayne Johnson, Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Eartha Kitt, David LaChapelle, Amanda Lepore, Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Sergei Polunin, Keith Richards, Rihanna, Chris Rock, Amber Rose, Britney Spears, Uma Thurman, Andy Warhol, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Amy Winehouse, and many others...Lost + Found, Part I and Good News, Part II are sold separately. Also available as a two-volume Art Edition limited to 500 copies and accompanied by three prints signed by David LaChapelle.

From men in bowler hats, floating in the sky, to a painting of a pipe above the caption "this is not a pipe", René Magritte (1898–1967) created an echo chamber of object and image, name and thing, reality and representation.

Like other Surrealist works, Magritte’s paintings combine a precise, mimetic technique with abnormal, alienating configurations which defy the laws of scale, logic, and science: a comb the size of a wardrobe, rocks that float in the sky, clouds that drift through an open door. The result is a direct yet disorientating realm, often witty, often unsettling, and always prompting us to look beyond the visible, to “what is hidden by what we see.”

This introductory book explores Magritte's vast repertoire of visual humor, paradox, and surprise which to this day makes us look and look again, not only at the painting, but at our sense of self and the world.

The idea of climbing a tree for shelter, or just to see the earth from another perspective, is as old as humanity. In this neat TASCHEN edition, take a tour of some of our finest arboreal adventures with 50 of the most beautiful, inventive, and enchanting tree houses around the world. From romantic to contemporary, from famed architects to little-known craftsmen, you’ll scale the heights to visit all manner of treetop structures, from a teahouse, restaurant, hotel, and children’s playhouse to simple perches from which to contemplate life, enjoy the view, and discover that tree houses take as many forms as the imagination can offer. With an abundance of gorgeous photographs and illustrations, this is an ode to alternative living, where playful imagination meets eco-sensitive finesse.

TASCHEN is proud to announce Lost + Found, Part I and Good News, Part II, the long-awaited, latest and final publications from artist David LaChapelle. The books are the fourth and fifth installments of LaChapelle’s five-book anthology, which began with LaChapelle Land (1996), continued with Hotel LaChapelle (1999), and followed by Heaven to Hell (2006).Good News, Part II follows David LaChapelle’s creative renaissance as he surrenders to contemplations of mortality, moving beyond the material world in a quest for paradise. Featuring a monumental curation of images that have never before been published in book form, it is a sublime and arresting new body of work that attempts to photograph that which can’t be photographed. It represents the final chapter to LaChapelle’s narrative in a collection of books that have captivated a generation of viewers across the globe.Good News features: Pamela Anderson, Lana Del Rey, Sharon Gault, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Paris Jackson, David LaChapelle, Amanda Lepore, Miriam Makeba, Sergei Polunin, Tupac Shakur, Elizabeth Taylor, and many more...Lost + Found, Part I and Good News, Part II are sold separately. Also available as a two-volume Art Edition limited to 500 copies and accompanied by three prints signed by David LaChapelle.

In 1970 Barbra Streisand published a story in Life magazine titled “Who Am I Anyway?” It was the very question two leading photojournalists of the day—Steve Schapiro and Lawrence Schiller—were also asking as they photographed her during her first five years in Hollywood, working to get beneath the veneer and capture “the real Barbra.”

Brimming with photographs, stories, and behind-the-scenes shots from Schapiro and Schiller, and previously available only as a limited edition, this is a must-have collection for any Streisand fan. All the best movies of Streisand’s first Hollywood decade are here: Funny Girl, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, The Way We Were, The Owl and the Pussycat, Up the Sandbox, Funny Lady, and A Star Is Born. So too are her loves, directors, confidants, and costars: Elliott Gould, William Wyler, Sydney Pollack, Vincente Minnelli, Cis Corman, Omar Sharif, Kris Kristofferson, and, of course, Robert Redford.

Through it all a picture emerges not of a singer who could act, but of an actress who could sing, write, direct, dance, and do just about anything she put her mind to.

Since the late 20th century, postcolonial Africa has faced various crises, from political and economic instability to public health and environmental emergencies, to inter-tribal conflicts. Throughout, the camera has remained a constant spectator, participant, and collaborator. With the advent of new media, the camera has become ubiquitous; Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras in private and public buildings, body cameras worn by the police, and in the hands of journalists, participants, or bystanders. The camera presents multiple narratives and counternarratives, sometimes corroborating or challenging the carefully curated reports offered to the public by governments. Through a combination of anecdotal evidence, case studies, and imagery,

Camera in Times of Crisis thoroughly investigates how the camera has participated in crises across the continent. Edited by communication experts Kehinde Christopher Adewumi, Folasayo Enoch Olalere, Gambo Giles Duniya, this timely work is reinforced by each academics’ unique expertise, covering the practical, historical, and artistic aspects of visual media in crisis.

Camera in Times of Crisis is an essential read for academics and general educated readers alike, discussing the ability of the camera as a tool to document historical events; to verify and legitimise narratives; to represent the other; and act as a beacon of hope, aid, and change.

• Glamorous Parties: A fun visual journey through the most iconic cocktail parties, featuring nostalgic black-and-white vintage shots and vibrant full-color images of celebrities, entertainers, and models in luxurious and earthy settings.

• Classic Themes: With chapters on Destinations, People, Fashion, and Art & Design, this book delves into the world of cocktail culture, showcasing ritzy nightlife, lavish poolside gatherings, and opulent ocean yacht soirées.

• Perfect for Collectors and Entertainers: This upscale, beautifully designed book is an essential piece for collectors, event planners, or anyone who loves the elegance of cocktail parties and luxurious living.

• Including a bonus back section of classic cocktail recipes.

Celebrate the timeless allure of cocktail parties with this lavishly illustrated book, a dazzling tribute to the elegance and excitement of high society gatherings and edgy nightlife gettogethers. From glamorous black-and-white vintage photography to vibrant modern images, the book takes you inside the world of iconic celebrities, entertainers, and models (present and past) as they mingle in ritzy nightclubs, luxurious poolsides, and opulent ocean yachts.

With chapters dedicated to Destinations, People, Fashion, and Art & Design, this volume offers a sophisticated look into the art of entertaining. Perfect for collectors, hosts, or those who appreciate the finer things in life, this book is a must-have for lovers of style and luxury.

With great shots from all over the world, this book is also very relevant to USA cities with inclusions from Hollywood, New York, the Hamptons, DC, New Orleans and more international places.

• Iconic Imagery: A stunning collection of over 200 sharp, high-quality photographs capturing the essence of Grand Prix racing, from vintage black-and-white images to vibrant full-color shots of priceless cars, legendary drivers, and glamorous celebrities.
• Exclusive Insights: A behind-the-scenes look at the world of Grand Prix, featuring rare moments at the racetrack, fashion shows, and extravagant parties that define the glamour and excitement of this elite sport.
• Perfect for Enthusiasts and Collectors: An upscale, visually captivating book that's an essential addition to any car enthusiast's library, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and luxury.

Step into the fast-paced, glamorous world of Grand Prix racing with our latest illustrated book "The stylish life Grand Prix", a visual feast that captures the thrill and elegance of this iconic sport. From the roar of engines to the glitz of racing fashion shows and celebrity-studded parties, this book is a must-have for anyone passionate about racing or the luxury lifestyle. Featuring over 200 sharp photographs, both vintage and contemporary, this collection brings to life the unforgettable moments on and off the track. Whether for a personal library or as a luxurious gift, this book is the ultimate tribute to the allure of Grand Prix racing.

• The first photo book by award-winning designer, art director, Leica ambassador and renowned fashion photographer Mathieu Bitton in a large coffee-table format.

Paris Blues is a captivating collection of photographs by award-winning art director, designer and photographer Mathieu Bitton. Born in Paris in 1973, Bitton has photographed some of the world's most famous artists throughout his career, including Quincy Jones, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. A versatile artist, he has designed an extensive portfolio of albums, posters, books and promotional materials for a wide range of musicians and films. 

In Paris Blues, Bitton shows the beauty and charm of the city of Paris, which has a special meaning for him. Through his lens, he captures the essence of Paris, the place of his childhood, which to this day remains a prominent source of inspiration for his artistic work. Bitton is known for his ability to capture the truth of a subject and the authenticity of a moment, which is also reflected in this collection. 

In addition to his stunning photographs, Bitton has received multiple Grammy nominations and won several Grammys.He was also awarded the title “Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters” by the French government. He is also a well-known ambassador for Leica cameras, which further emphasizes his expertise and influence in the world of photography. 

This book is not only a tribute to his hometown, but also a continuation of his successful exhibitions such as Travelogue, Ascension and Darker Than Blue, which have received worldwide acclaim. Bitton's work shows a deep connection to Paris and offers the viewer an intimate view of the city that has had a lasting impact on his memories and artistic work. 

There’s something about the abandoned storefronts, vintage motels, and forgotten restaurants of the 1950s and 60s that evokes a mid-century nostalgia, even for those of us who weren’t alive in those years. Viewing Hours brings together the photography of Ben Geier, who has spent the last decade traveling the United States to capture the images of these once vibrant, and now abandoned treasures.

Organized in sections, including Signs, Theatres, Restaurants, Motels, Roadside, and Storefronts, and featuring an introduction by the photographer, Viewing Hours features over 150 color images from 15 states, including Arizona, California, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Wisconsin. Evoking a sense of nostalgia and solitude, Geier’s work highlights the modernist architecture, minimalist design, and muted color palette of the mid-century.

With an introduction by Martyn Ware (of Heaven 17 and The Human League)

Tina Turner: singer, trailblazer, icon. One of the best-known and most-beloved performers of all time, Simply Tina documents her life, career, and relationship with celebrated music photographer Paul Cox.

When Paul Cox captured Tina’s legendary 1983 comeback performance with Heaven 17, it was the beginning of a friendship that would last for over two decades. During that time, Paul was commissioned to photograph Tina for numerous video shoots and live performances.

This unique and intimate collection contains a variety of never-before-seen images, telling the story of Tina’s career through a mixture of live photos, video shoots, promo shots, candid images and sessions in the recording studio, as well as photographs with such high-profile friends as David Bowie, Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams and many more.

The Taking of Vimy Ridge explores the life and works of William Ivor Castle, a Canadian official First World War photographer known for staging and manipulating his photographs.

Castle shot more than 1000 photographs during his time as official photographer attached to the Canadian Corps, and his iconic (though sometimes manipulated) scenes of war created a sensation at London’s Grafton Galleries during the war. But the remainder of his wartime oeuvre, and Castle himself, are less well-remembered today.

The Taking of Vimy Ridge analyzes the unique relationship between Castle and the Canadian War Records Office and distinguishes several of Castle’s never-before-identified manipulated works as he attempted to illustrate the Battle of Vimy Ridge—one of Canada’s most mythologized First World War battles—to audiences around the world.

Drawing from Canadian and British archival records, as well as Castle’s complete body of work from the Battle of Vimy Ridge, this richly illustrated book offers a much more expansive understanding of Castle's contribution to both war photography and our understanding of portrayals of the First World War, including a close interpretation of the technical choices he made in framing his images, and the context in which this oeuvre developed.

Through a series of stunning images, readers are invited to explore the city's iconic landmarks, including the Transamerica Pyramid, Coit Tower, the Presidio, the Ferry Terminal, and the iconic Bay and Golden Gate Bridges, as well as lesser-known corners of the city. Above and Across San Francisco features stunning aerial shots that offer a bird's-eye view of the city, capturing its natural scenery and urban landscape in an entirely new light. With its striking visuals and thoughtful commentary, including a foreword by Stacy Williams, Executive Director of The American Institute of Architects - San Francisco, this photography book is a must-have for anyone who loves San Francisco or wants to experience its beauty from a new perspective.

Featured photographers include: Cocu Liu, Diane Bentley Raymond, Howard Kingsnorth, Jack Landau, Jay Huang, Jeffery Xin, John Montoya, Kris Kuganathan, and Lichao Liu.

Trope Chicago: The Loop and Beyond, the eighth volume in the Trope City Editions series, celebrates the architecture, public artwork, and everyday beauty of Chicago.
The collection highlights the photographic images of a group of talented photographers from Chicago and beyond who showcase the city in a new and exciting light.
This carefully curated and bound collection of over 200 previously unpublished photographs offers a new perspective on Chicago. Each chapter is accompanied by a map, along with the locations where the photos were taken. Going beyond the typical tourist attractions, Trope Chicago: The Loop and Beyond is a new exploration of the city that takes readers beyond Chicago's landmarks to give an insider's view of the city, highlighting the neighborhoods, streets, and locations that mark the day-to-day Chicago experience.
Including photographs from all corners of the city, including Logan Square, Uptown, Hyde Park, Pilsen, Bronzeville, Streeterville, and Lincoln Park, these images command a strong point of view: digitally processed, filtered, toned, de-saturated, sharpened, for a very urban sensibility.
Showcasing both the architectural significance and everyday beauty of contemporary Chicago, the images reveal distinctive and dramatic visions of one of the world’s greatest cities.

Cincinnati Dreaming captures the stunning beauty of Cincinnati as seen through the eyes of photographer Mike Poggioli. Having spent four years living in Cincinnati, Poggioli brings a unique point of view to his images. Focusing on Cincinnati's rich history, architectural significance, and natural scenery, the images capture the magic of the city, creating a contemporary and updated portrayal of Cincinnati.

Through a series of breathtaking images, readers are invited to explore the city's iconic landmarks, including Cincinnati Union Terminal, Carew Tower, Roebling Suspension Bridge, and Fountain Square, as well as lesser-known corners of the city that are equally captivating.

Cincinnati Dreaming features stunning shots that offer a new perspective on the city's urban landscape, rolling hills, and picturesque vistas. With striking visuals and thoughtful commentary, this photography book is a must-have for anyone who loves Cincinnati or wants to experience its beauty from a new perspective.

Exploring the Fine Arts Building’s warren of hallways is like stepping into a time machine. It’s not a museum—it’s a place of work. The walls reverberate with timeless music. Sopranos soar up to the high notes as violin bows draw tunes from strings. Someone plays a piano so busily they must have twelve fingers. Dancers’ feet thud against wooden floors. A tuba burps out “Ride of the Valkyries” as the doors of the manually operated elevators provide percussive slams. And more quietly, behind closed doors, painters paint, writers write, and luthiers shave soft ribbons from billets of spruce.

In Chicago's Fine Arts Building, celebrated writer and Fine Arts Building tenant Keir Graff takes readers behind the scenes of this cultural hub. Initially conceived as a space for artists' studios, a home for the city's working artists, the building was an immediate success, but the Great Depression brought a long, slow decline to the building. Graff explores the building's history, its revitalization, and its cultural place in the city of Chicago. Featuring interviews with current tenants and access to the building's archives, including historical photos and artifacts, and a foreword by bestselling author Gillian Flynn, Chicago's Fine Arts Building sheds a new light on this storied building and its long history.

Other Chicago landmarks have more stunning architecture or are more perfectly restored, but none of them has aged so well—because in the Fine Arts Building, it’s the work that has been preserved. Two centuries have turned and its purpose remains the same: to provide artists and artisans space to pursue their callings, and community with other creatives, too, offering a living demonstration that something good happens when so many work so closely to each other. Which is not to say it’s always been easy. Whatever comes easily in the arts?

Discover New York’s poignant memorials through powerful photographs capturing everything from fleeting tributes to enduring monuments

The photographs in Here Down on Dark Earth document the many ways New Yorkers express their intertwined feelings of loss and remembrance. The famous and the unknown, the rich and the poor, meet the same fate, but how they are mourned and remembered varies greatly. New York City’s monuments and memorials are large and small, civic and personal, traditional and vernacular, planned and spontaneous. Some commemorate a significant event such as the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, others the death of a single child hit by a stray bullet. A memorial of stone and steel dedicated to deceased WWII veterans from a church parish may outlast a painted Rest-In-Peace (RIP) memorial wall for a slain teenager. Still, both grow out of the feeling of loss and a desire to preserve the memory of departed loved ones.

As Racioppo traveled throughout New York City, he became increasingly aware of the impermanence of these memorials. The paint eventually peels, and the image gradually disappears. Sanitation workers remove the rotted toys and flowers. Small and personal, or large and communal, created by professionals or amateurs, the memorials in Here Down on Dark Earth express a powerful sense of loss and connection. Throughout the book, the author’s contextual notes accompany the poignant photographs depicting these expressions of remembrance.

Explore Gilded Age New York through the lens of Alice Austen, who captured the social rituals of New York’s leisured class and the bustling streets of the modern city. Celebrated as a queer artist, she was this and much more

Alice Austen (1866–1952) lived at Clear Comfort, her grandparent’s Victorian cottage on Staten Island, which is now a National Historic Landmark. As a teenager, she devoted herself to photography, recording what she called “the larky life” of tennis matches, yacht races, and lavish parties.

When she was 25 and expected to marry, Austen used her camera to satirize gender norms by posing with her friends in their undergarments and in men’s clothes, “smoking” cigarettes, and feigning drunkenness. As she later remarked, she was “too good to get married.” Austen embraced the rebellious spirit of the “New Woman,” a moniker given to those who defied expectations by pursuing athletics, higher education, or careers. She had romantic affairs with women, and at 31, she met Gertrude Tate, who became her life partner. Briefly, Austen considered becoming a professional photographer. She illustrated Bicycling for Ladies, a guide written by her friend Violet Ward, and she explored the working-class neighborhoods of Manhattan to produce a portfolio, “Street Types of New York.” Rejecting the taint of commerce, however, she remained within the confines of elite society with Tate by her side.

Although interest in Austen has accelerated since 2017, when the Alice Austen House was designated a national site of LGBTQ history, the only prior book on Austen was published in 1976. Copiously illustrated, Too Good to Get Married fills the need for a fresh and deeply researched look at this skillful and witty photographer. Through analysis of Austen’s photographs, Yochelson illuminates the history of American photography and the history of sexuality.

Elliott Erwitt: Photography with humor in his last great coffee table book 

When great black and white photography and tongue-in-cheek humor come together, as they did with Elliott Erwitt, the result is a unique coffee table book like "Last Laughs". No one was better than the New York photography legend at observing everyday scenes around the world with heart and humor through the lens of his camera. Shortly before his death in 2023, he curated this wonderful selection of amusing, tongue-in-cheek snapshots for his last major photo book, which are also tinged with a touch of wistful nostalgia from today's perspective. 

A unique coffee table book between nostalgia and contemporary history 

Elliott Erwitt mastered the art of capturing special moments in seemingly casual everyday scenes with his camera. Whether stars or unknown faces in the streets, whether people or dogs, when the photography legend Erwitt observed the world through the lens of his camera, his sense of humor was always his companion. It is the unmistakable signature of his photography in black and white that turned these tongue-in-cheek glances at the lives of others into impressive documents of contemporary history: a wonderful, sometimes melancholy book of hand-picked photographic moments full of nostalgia and humor. 

The legacy of the photography legend: A coffee table book with wistful humor 

Elliott Erwitt was the grand seigneur of magazine photography, a long-standing member of the famous Magnum Photos agency and also served as its vice-president. The widely travelled photojournalist knew how to document contemporary history and snapshots of life like no other. Whether celebrities such as Marylin Monroe and Jackie Kennedy, ordinary people on the streets of New York or his favourite animal subject, dogs, he was able to capture the humor in everyday scenes in an incomparable way. Erwitt passed away in 2023, but the legacy of the photography legend lives on - with a wink in black and white and this, his last self-curated photo book "Last Laughs".

Immerse yourself in the world of fishing with the first coffee-table book on the subject in our successful Ultimate Book series. This illustrated book presents not only the history and basic knowledge of fishing, but also the wide range of equipment from rods to reels, from hooks to lures.

Learn about different techniques such as spin fishing, fly fishing and float and bottom fishing, all illustrated with stunning photography. Embark on a journey to the most popular target fish such as the Atlantic salmon, the brown trout or the (European) perch, while being enchanted by dream destinations for anglers. Explore the pristine lakes and rivers that make every angler's heart beat faster. Of course, the obligatory angler's tales are also included, bringing the stories of the biggest catches and unforgettable experiences on the water to life.

All in all, this illustrated book is not just a book, but a way of life that captures the passion and magic of fishing in every line. An absolute must-have and the ideal gift for anyone who has fallen for the fascinating world of fishing. 

• Masterpieces from the Natural World

"Creation" is an impressive testament to the beauty and uniqueness of our planet and its inhabitants. Young photographic artist Harry Skeggs passionately dedicates himself to documenting the diversity of life on Earth. This visually stunning coffee table book, featuring over 100 photographs, movingly showcases the biodiversity of our planet.

Skeggs aims to raise urgent awareness about the necessity of conservation and preserving the natural habitats of animals through his images. And he accomplishes this masterfully. In a time of increasing extinction of numerous species, Skeggs, through his creative work, provides an especially emotional connection to this issue.

As one flips through the pages of this extraordinary book, the viewer is inevitably filled with profound respect for the power of nature, life, and its simultaneous vulnerability. That's why, it bears the title "Creation".

The high-caliber photographs directly reflect the passion they were captured with. Skeggs invested months, and sometimes even years, in the preparation and effort for each shot. Capturing animals in their natural environment with such freedom and immediacy requires exact planning. The resulting photographs are flawless, and among connoisseurs, they are considered masterful and iconic.

The visually stunning coffee table book "Creations" is a monumental manifesto about sustainability, conservation, and love for animals. Anyone willing to immerse themselves in the wild beauty of our planet will undoubtedly be captivated by this photographic masterpiece.

In his oeuvre-spanning show, the renowned Danish photographer provides examples from the last twenty years of his unique ability to stage seemingly private and intimate moments in the lives of his subjects in creative and unexpected ways. This makes Re-Framed a retrospective that brings both his work and photography in general, with its layered contemporary meanings, into a new dimension, allowing viewers to explore captivating images in their own way. Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking exhibition in the Fenimore Art Museum, preserved in this art-quality volume, either after visiting the exhibit in person or as a completely standalone experience. To quote Marc Hom himself: it is “the beauty of the unexpected” that awaits you in this book. 

Re-Framed is a work of art in its own right, thanks to the excellent reproduction of Hom’s iconic portraits of Samuel L. Jackson, Rafael Nadal, Taylor Swift, and Miley Cyrus, among other legendary personalities. It also makes an unforgettable impression with its unique cover design and interior layout that exudes its own special style, just like the exhibit itself. 

Vincent Lagrange developed his love for photography at an early age in his father's photo studio; where he practically spent his entire childhood. There; he practiced capturing the grace and dignity of his feline companion; Dwiezel; through photography. For this; he employs techniques that are typically used in human portraiture. The results he achieves with this approach are remarkable.

The photographer considers it important to emphasize the social nature; emotions; and connections of animals. And he succeeds like no other. In 2022; Lagrange's work received international recognition with one of his images being featured on the cover of National Geographic magazine; which is one of the greatest honors for any animal and nature photographer. Through an ongoing portrait series called "The Human Animal Project"; he aims to raise awareness about the concerns of animals and uses the proceeds to support animal and species conservation.

The outstanding coffee table book "Between Us" offers readers deep insights into Lagrange's photographic art and shines with touching and poignant photographs. Page after page; detailed animal photographs await discovery by the readers.

For those looking for a photo book that showcases animals from their human side; "Between Us" is exactly what you're looking for.

The fascination of basketball - the whole world in this coffee table book!

Dunkings, rebounds, slam dunks - ever since the German national basketball team led by captain Dennis Schröder won the World Championship for the first time in 2023, the enthusiasm for the ball sport of the giants has known no bounds in this country. This impressive illustrated book packs all the passion for basketball into great photos and exciting stories: the most beautiful baskets, the most extraordinary basketball courts in the world, the most successful players and outstanding personalities - in short, all the highlights that move fans of the ball and basket are in this wonderful coffee table book!

Sports stars, titles, lifestyle and legends: Everything a basketball coffee table book needs!

This ultimate coffee table book brings together all the big names in basketball: LeBron James, the most successful shooter in the history of the NBA, Michael Jordan, who went down in basketball history with his legendary jumping power and penchant for spectacular dunks, the "Black Mamba" Kobe Bryant, eccentric and unforgettable. Impressive photos show the best player personalities and legends that the history of basketball has to offer, including of course the German basketball greats Dirk Nowitzki and Dennis Schröder. The exciting story highlights about VIP fans, star styles, cult jerseys and much more prove that basketball is not just a ball sport, but a lifestyle in its own right!

A coffee table book full of passion - not just for sports fans

Peter Feierabend is a passionate "book person", whether as an author, designer or publisher. Anyone who appreciates an outstanding illustrated book and an impressive coffee table book has most likely already held one of the more than 3.000 titles that have been created with Feierabend's help in their hands. With "Basketball - The Ultimate Book", he shows how much emotion and passion the ball sport of the great NBA legends from Michael Jordan to Dirk Nowitzki triggers - a must-have for all basketball fans!

• Visually stunning nature/wildlife photo book beginning in Africa and moving through all continents. A modern classic of nature photography, now available once again.
  
  
• Masterful images from the only photographer to date to have been named “Wildlife Photographer of the Year,” “International Nature Photographer of the Year,” and “Travel Photographer of the Year”.
  
  
• For lovers of spectacular nature photography.

 
This visually stunning volume begins with photographs from Africa before moving through all the continents. The alternations between landscapes and close-ups, colour and black-and white photographs, create a stunning, emotive journey across the planet we call home.
Text in English and German.

The Most Iconic Photos

Big New York - a visually stunning coffee table book in mega format 

New York City is the city that captivates everyone at first glance - even more so when that glance is through the lens of a camera! In this opulent and visually stunning coffee table book, fourteen outstanding icons of photography reveal their very personal perspectives on the city that never sleeps: an opulent, in many ways outstanding coffee table book that, like New York itself, is a melting pot of creativity and diversity! 

Magical moments from the perspective of 14 icons of photography 

A coffee table book that celebrates New York City life with its legendary motifs and magical moments, captured in magnificent images by fourteen camera artists as diverse as they are expressive: photography icon Elliott Erwitt with his legendary black and white shots, photojournalist Thomas Hoepker, who creates captivating testimonies with his emotional view of everyday life, or Phil Penman, who reveals the vulnerability of the Big Apple in intimate moments. Christophe Jacrot, often praised as a "bad weather" photographer, creates atmospheric visual worlds of the mega-city. A kaleidoscope of fascinating moments and diverse photographic styles - what all these camera icons have in common is their love for the city of a thousand faces.  

Outstanding as an illustrated book, coveted as a collector's item 

Just like the Big Apple itself, this outstanding New York coffee table book in XXL format catches the eye with its impressive dimensions: over 500 pages of stunning images and an opulent design with avant-garde colour edging, elegant embossing and a luxuriously crafted decorative slipcase make this attractive coffee table book a sought-after collector's item. A breathtaking illustrated book that captures life in New York in the fascination of the moment and turns it into an iconic document of time and history. 

The world's most fascinating places

Deserts - the fascination of deserts in a magnificent coffee table book 

Mysterious, unique and sometimes seemingly from another planet, the deserts of the earth are revealed to us in this extraordinary coffee table book. The breathtaking landscape photography in this opulent coffee table book takes us across all continents. The Sahara with its barren rocky deserts and sandy deserts, gigantic dunes that wind elegantly and majestically into the far distance, the harsh ice deserts of the Antarctic, endless steppes and the vastness of salt deserts and high-altitude deserts in America: this marvellous coffee table book reveals the diversity of the world's deserts in an impressive way. 

The deserts of the earth in a captivating interplay of light, colour and endless expanse 

Only at first glance does the world of steppe, salt lake, savannah and tundra appear barren: this fascinating coffee table book is a masterpiece of nature photography, capturing the vibrancy of deserts around the globe.
Philippe Bourseiller has created a fascinating portrait of the earth with this extravagant travel photo book, travelling through Africa, Arabia, America, the Arctic and Antarctica: Majestic like the Gobi Desert, mystical like the Sahara with its sweeping dunes and fertile oases, archaic like the Namib, the "Great Void", species-rich and picturesque like the Kalahari or the Colorado desert - the variety and colourfulness of the landscape photography in this coffee table book is always remarkable. 

Impressive coffee table book by the award-winning nature photographer  

Philippe Bourseiller is a landscape photographer with a mission: for over four decades, he has been documenting the beauty of the wilderness with his camera and campaigning for the preservation of (still) unspoilt natural areas. Honoured with the World Press Award and the Visa d'Òr, his extraordinary photography has already filled over 25 books. With this coffee table book about the world's most marvellous deserts, he has created a fascinating portrait of the world's deserts - perfect as a gift for all lovers of landscape photography!

“Photographer Lawrence Schiller’s images of the icons of Sixties America conjure a time and a place of incomparable cool.” —The Times Magazine, London

During the transformative 1960s, Lawrence Schiller captured the nation’s political and cultural front lines: whenever a headline-making event occurred, he was there.

From Marilyn Monroe in the nude to Muhammad Ali in the boxing ring, Schiller's work features legendary moments, including Paul Newman and Robert Redford playing ping-pong, and a haunting image of Lee Harvey Oswald after the assassination of John F. Kennedy. He documents the powerful advocacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert Kennedy, alongside the private world of LSD experimentation.

Drawing from Schiller's vast archive of portraiture and photojournalism, this book includes 67 of his most iconic photographs, presenting more than just a collection of images; it offers an eclectic and intimate portrait of an era that defined modern America.

Printed in Italy on archival, acid-free paper, this premium hardcover edition is bound in linen and features a tip-in photograph of Tippi Hedren and Alfred Hitchcock taken during the filming of The Birds.

Ideal for photography lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the cultural icons of the 1960s, this book is a must-have for your collection.

The personalities featured include:

• Muhammad Ali
• Clint Eastwood
• Bette Davis
• Tippi Hedren
• Alfred Hitchcock
• Dennis Hopper
• James Earl Jones
• Buster Keaton
• Robert Kennedy
• Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Sophia Loren
• Dean Martin
• Paul Newman
• Robert Redford
• Barbra Streisand

A masterpiece of visual storytelling for the discerning collector. The Photography 2025 Awards Annual presents an exquisite celebration of light, shadow, and artistic vision—a statement piece for your most cherished spaces.

In the tradition of fine art publishing, the Photography 2025 Awards Annual stands as a testament to contemporary photographic excellence. This luxuriously produced volume transforms your coffee table into a private gallery, showcasing the year's extraordinary photographic achievements.

Each page reveals curated works of unprecedented craft—from the ethereal compositions of Nick Berryman to the bold visual statements of Howard Schatz. Eight Platinum Award winners, chosen by an elite jury of master photographers, present images that transcend mere documentation to become objects of contemplation and conversation.

This collector's edition features:

• Museum-quality reproductions on premium paper stock
• Intimate revelations from celebrated photographers about their creative journey
• A decade retrospective celebrating our illustrious 2015 Platinum winners
• An directory of the world's finest photography museums and galleries
• Personal narratives from Gold and Platinum winners revealing the inspiration behind their vision

The digital edition enriches the experience with 52 pages of exclusive content, while the print volume commands attention in any sophisticated interior—whether gracing a modernist loft or a classic library.

This is more than a book; it's a carefully crafted archive of contemporary photography's finest moments. Every image is selected not only for its technical mastery but for its power to inspire and provoke. From the emerging voices claiming their first Gold to the established masters redefining their craft, each work within these pages contributes to an ongoing dialogue about the nature of photographic art.

A perfect fusion of form and content, this Annual serves both as a definitive record of photographic excellence and as an object of beauty in its own right. It belongs in the collections of serious photographers, directors, educators, and those who understand that great photography books are investments in inspiration.

Available in collector's print edition and digital format. Digital version includes exclusive expanded content.

“Local or visitor, London courses through your body as if its rainbow-coloured system of underground veins is somehow intrinsically linked to your own.” ~ Chris Holmes

Often waking before dawn, photographer Chris Holmes captures rare moments of solitude and calm as the city of London yawns, stretches and begins its day. His high-contrast scenes depict the miniature dramas unfolding all around us, obscured by the hectic pace of metropolitan life. Moving to London as an adult, Chris fell in love with the city in tandem with his development as a photographer and shoots his adopted home as both a romantic insider and an impartial admirer.

Hidden in Chaos pairs Chris’s cinematic images with the words of 18 poets of various backgrounds, adding more layers of texture and meaning to the complex but devoted relationship that London’s residents and visitors have with the city’s many faces. London’s gray and glow, its daily ebb and flow, are celebrated, questioned and contemplated in this visual and poetic tribute.

Includes poems by Elena Ashton, Shez Chung Blake, Troy Cabida, Laura Corns, Paul Cree, Caroline Druitt, George Duggan, Sam El-Bahja, Tom Gill, Bizhan Govindji, Imogen Hudson-Clayton, Danny Martin, Louise McStravick, Aaliyah Orridge, Astra Papachristodoulou, Abdul Patel, Ben See, and Janay Stephenson.

“Photography is documenting life as it happens, it’s capturing the decisive, unexpected and unique. Over the years, my style and work have changed but I’ve always focused on street portraits, with a side of architecture.” ~ Ope Odueyungbo

Although Ope currently shoots for global brands like Audi, Adidas, and American Express, the idea of being a photographer didn’t cross his mind until he was in college. Now, just a few years later, he routinely posts stunning images to his nearly 100,000 Instagram followers. A Londoner from New Cross, Ope less often displays another side of his work – a personal photographic journey that has taken him to nearly every continent on the globe, including Nigeria, where his parents are from and still home to his grandmother and extended family. Ope’s unusual aesthetic sensibility reveals his vision of the world, viewed with eternal optimism and hope.

Printed on high-quality paper with metallic inks and casebound with a ribbon, Monochrome is the perfect gift for the photography, art, or nature lover.

Life as a Cabaret celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the underground cabaret scene, uplifting and representing those who are typically overlooked. With a focus on Drag Kings, Queens and In-Betweens, Burlesque, Boylesque and Queerlesque, this book showcases this incredibly dynamic and fascinating world for what it really is – glamorous, polished and professional at times, but also intoxicatingly punk, inescapably queer and gloriously messy. It’s a space for experimentation, for pushing and challenging boundaries, for seeking a voice and a platform that’s unavailable in mainstream society, creating a different kind of society, even if it’s just for one night.

Life as a Cabaret is not only a cross-section of the drag world, but also a love letter to it. The photographs showcase each performer’s individuality as works of art in and of themselves, immortalizing the beauty and power of these individuals who are determined to stand out from the crowd, embracing the hustle, oddness, contradictions, differences, and most of all, the unstoppable creativity.

The collection highlights the photographic images of emerging and independent photographers from LA and beyond, who through their passion for the craft, creative development, and social media smarts have attracted impressive followings on Instagram. 

This carefully curated and bound collection of photographs offers a new and fresh perspective on Los Angeles. Each chapter is accompanied by a map, along with the locations where the photographs were taken. From the glamour of Beverly Hills and Hollywood to the idyllic beaches of Santa Monica and the urban revitalization of the downtown Arts District, these images command a strong point of view: digitally processed, filtered, toned, de-saturated, sharpened, for a very urban sensibility. Featuring a mix of urban architecture and natural landscapes surrounding Los Angeles, these new images reveal distinctive and dramatic visions of one of the world’s most exciting and dynamic cities.

Featured photographers include: Tiffany Bell, Kelvin Cheng, Daniel Feldman, Matthew Gillespie, David Gonzalez, Greg Goyo Vargas, Ian Kobylanski, Kris Kuganathan, Neal Kumar, Jack Landau, Josh Luten, Alex Pelayo, Alex Ramirez, Rosa Rodriguez, Selene Sarı, Andy Shigekawa, Bryce Way, Matt Weitz, and Jeffery Xin.

Trope London, the second volume in the Trope City Editions series, celebrates the meeting of traditional and modern architecture that colors every view of the city. 

This carefully curated and bound collection of 199 stunning photographs offers a new perspective of London. Each of the nine chapters is accompanied by a map, along with the locations where the photographs were taken. From high above the London Eye to deep within the Underground, these images command a strong point of view: digitally processed, filtered, toned, de-saturated, sharpened, for a very urban sensibility. Showcasing both the moody romanticism and striking modernism of contemporary London, the images reveal distinctive and dramatic visions of one of the world’s greatest cities.

Originally constructed in 1929, the Morton Salt Shed and Warehouse Complex has been a familiar and beloved Chicago landmark along Elston Avenue between Division Street and North Avenue. For decades, the iconic hand-painted sign has captivated people traveling along busy Interstate I-90 and on Elston Avenue at ground level. As times changed, the building was no longer used for salt storage and processing, and eventually lay dormant. Recently, the building has been repurposed and transformed into a stunning music venue. 

The Salt Shed tells the story of the building’s reimagining and transformation. Photographer and writer Sandra Steinbrecher spent nearly two years documenting the deconstruction, reconstruction, and reinvigoration of this classic, industrial Chicago building. Through breathtaking photos and interviews with the people who made the restoration possible--including architects, developers and workers who did the daily labor–The Salt Shed takes the reader behind the scenes in one of Chicago’s most distinctive restoration projects of the 21st century.

“I prefer it when the skies are dramatic and mysterious. When I played the trumpet I used to play a lot of jazz. Jazz can be sad yet beautiful at the same time, and that feeling likes to come through when I shoot with the camera.” ~ Ron Timehin

Ron Timehin is a young photographer from Bromley, in the south side of London. He attended the University of Gloucestershire to study music and traveled the world as a young trumpeter, but could never remember all of the places he visited until he started shooting with his phone. That serendipitous moment launched him on Instagram and the reaction from his followers gave him the confidence to pursue a career in photography. The rigor, training and dedication required of a musician served Ron well in his development as a photographer. He doesn’t think twice about going to the Tower Bridge at 4am to capture the perfect light and moment. London Fog is a compilation of spectacular London images, foggy, moody and atmospheric, seen through Ron’s eyes and influenced by his music.

Award-winning photographer Tobi Shonibare – Tobi Shinobi to his followers – pushes the boundaries of symmetry and balance in his first book, Equilibrium. From his native London to his current Chicago home, and in far-flung locales around the world, Tobi’s photographs explore and deconstruct architecture and nature until they appear as optical illusions. His vertigo-inducing perspectives turn familiar vistas into abstractions, reality into a fantasyland of line and shape. More than 164,000 followers on Instagram experience Tobi’s obsessive attention to detail and fascination with the geometry of our world.

It takes a particular blend of curiosity and courage to dive into a culture foreign to your own. In Across Japan, photographer Eren Sarigul takes us on a wide-eyed journey through the beautiful country that has fascinated him since he was a boy in south London.

Born into a family with deep roots in Istanbul, Eren grew up bilingual and frequently visited relatives in Turkey. But it was the Japanese exchange students his family hosted that planted a dream of one day travelling much farther east. Across Japan documents this young photographer’s travels from the streets of Tokyo, to the enchanted forests of Yakushima, to the mountains of Nagano and back again. His lifelong love affair with Japan’s geography, its cultures, and its people are evident on every page.

Blue Ridge Dreaming celebrates the magic and drama of one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States. When New York native Mike Poggioli moved to Asheville, North Carolina, he traded in cityscapes for the towering peaks, lush forests, and sparkling rivers of the Blue Ridge Mountains. His moody, dreamy landscapes follow golden light and delicate fog through the changing seasons with his distinctive color palette of oranges and blues.

Home to the country’s two most popular national parks – the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains National Park – the Blue Ridge area has fascinated nature lovers for centuries with its beauty. Let Mike Poggioli and Blue Ridge Dreaming transport you to this gorgeous terrain.

“Architects are trained to see a space before it’s realised, so I think photography helps me with that. But I’d also say it’s the other way around. My training helps me with the way I photograph. I look at space with a more symmetrical eye, and you see a lot of symmetry in my photos.” ~ Vivien Liu

Vivien Liu studied architecture at the University of Waterloo and then attended Harvard University's Graduate School of Design, where she was awarded the prestigious Clifford Wong Prize in Housing Design. As an architect, she has worked for nearly a decade in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, China and Hong Kong, where she now resides and first took up photography. As a photographer, she quickly developed a strong sensibility portraying space as seen through the first person, which now defines her style. What began as a weekend pastime has transformed Vivien into one of the most prolific urban photographers in Hong Kong, attracting over 240,000 followers on Instagram.

Her first book, Being There explores the dialogue and tension between people and spaces through portraiture, landscapes, and street photography, from the urban density of Hong Kong and Tokyo to epic natural landscapes like Zhangjajie, China. With an architect’s artful eye, Ms. Liu captures this juxtaposition in the most beautiful way, sharply highlighting her eye for patterns and symmetry across settings.

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.

The collection highlights the photographic images of emerging and independent photographers from Tokyo and beyond, who through their passion for the craft, creative development, and social media smarts have attracted impressive followings on Instagram.  

This carefully curated and bound collection of 224 photographs offers a new perspective of Tokyo. Each chapter is accompanied by a map, along with the locations where the photographs were taken. From high above Tokyo Tower to the scramble of Shibuya Crossing, these images command a strong point of view: digitally processed, filtered, toned, de-saturated, sharpened, for a very urban sensibility. Showcasing both the quiet traditionalism and sleek futurism of contemporary Tokyo, the images reveal distinctive and dramatic visions of one of the world’s greatest cities.

The first in the City Editions series by Trope Publishing Co., Chicago showcases a unique view of one of the most photographed cities in the world by 27 independent photographers from Chicago and beyond. This carefully curated and beautifully bound collection of 206 stunning photographs offers a perspective of Chicago as it has never been seen before.

Collectively, the photographs represent a distinctive urban view of the city. The Chicago Edition is divided into eight chapters, primarily focused on the lakefront and downtown areas showcasing iconic buildings, streets and parks. Each chapter is accompanied by a map along with the locations where the photographs were taken. The images reflect the interests of the photographers rather than serving as a comprehensive guide to the city. In many cases, there are several photographs of the same location, shot at different times of the day, in different seasons, with different tones. These studies offer a strong point-of-view, whether digitally processed, filtered, toned, or sharpened — giving each image a contemporary and urban sensibility.  

Editors Sam Landers and Tom Maday spent nearly a year identifying and meeting with the photographers and meticulously editing their portfolios to produce this unique book. “While the photographers come from all walks of life, they share a common passion to visually capture their city like never before,” said Landers. “They demonstrate incredible resolve and discipline – shooting tirelessly day and night, in rain and snow, to get ‘the shot’– resulting in images and perspectives that few Chicagoans experience,” added Maday. 

Trope Hong Kong, the third volume in the Trope City Editions series, celebrates the juxtaposition of colorful chaos and architectural order of this iconic, constantly changing city. The collection highlights the work of 17 emerging photographers from Hong Kong and beyond, who through their passion for the craft, creative development, and social media smarts have amassed a collective Instagram following of 1.3 million.

This carefully curated and bound collection offers a unique modern perspective of Hong Kong. Each chapter in Hong Kong is accompanied by a map of the area along with the locations where the photographs were taken. In many cases, there are several photographs of the same location, shot at different times of the day, in different seasons, with different tones. The images here – digitally processed, filtered, toned, de-saturated, sharpened – showcase distinct styles and compelling points of view, with a very urban sensibility. Showcasing old world tradition alongside the modernism of contemporary Hong Kong, the images here reveal distinctive and dramatic visions of one of the world’s most multi-faceted cities.

“I never know what I’m going to capture, it’s all spontaneous and that’s what I love the most. I often find myself walking the streets for hours and hours taking photos. Every image I capture is the result of a little flicker that happens to catch my eye in such an overwhelming way that it becomes impossible for me to simply ignore.” ~ Lucy Hamidzadeh

Lucy Hamidzadeh is a photographer and writer from south east London with a deep affection for unpredictable weather and the hustle and bustle of city life. Her early career was spent working for the Monarch Travel Group, where she spent 20 years honing her skill as a writer and developing her penchant for travel – and photography. Unfinished Stories is an extensive collection of photographs that capture the daily lives of people: on the streets, in trains and at cafés, going through their day, often without much thought or notice, but captured in an indelible way by Lucy’s eye and camera. Their “unfinished stories” are the inspiration for her first solo book of words and pictures, making for a lasting glimpse at the fleeting moments she encounters on the streets of London.

An enchanting collection of annotated historical images and contemporary photographs, revealing the change and development that Melbourne has experienced over the years.

In 1835, as he walked the sacred grounds of the Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations, John Batman wrote in his diary, ‘This will be the place for a village.’ That small village rapidly grew into the vibrant city of Melbourne.

Historical photographs are a window to the past — a time capsule that allows us to walk in the footsteps of our predecessors. Now, this collection enables us to imagine strolling down Bourke Street in 1875, or catching a Collins Street tram in 1910, or walking through the city’s inner suburbs many years ago. As well, a series of then-and-now photographs reveals a striking contrast between the Melbourne of yesteryear and the city we are familiar with today.

Adapted from the popular ‘Old Vintage Melbourne’ Instagram account, this book invites you to reminisce about and cherish the important heritage of the city of Melbourne. Turn back the clock and immerse yourself in these captivating chronicles of an incredibly diverse, unique city.

• In 1835, as he walked the sacred grounds of the Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations, John Batman wrote in his diary, “This will be the place for a village.” That small village rapidly grew into the vibrant city of Melbourne.

From the photographer behind Westography and Suburbia, with an introduction by Christos Tsiolkas.

From West Brunswick to Reservoir, Fitzroy to Hadfield, Warren Kirk turns his keen eye upon the streets, buildings, and inhabitants of Melbourne’s northern suburbs, which are as iconic as they are rapidly changing. Both a tribute to the things we remember and a reminder to look anew at the world around us, the photos in Northside are a triumph of craft from an artist who invites us to really see.

From the photographer behind the acclaimed Westography

The sentiment that flows through these images is a balm to the knowledge that time is passing and things will change — William McInnes.

Warren Kirk's photos will strike a chord with anyone who's grown up in the Australian suburbs in the past 50 years. Somehow both achingly familiar and unimaginably strange, these luminous images continue his 30-year project of documenting a way of life that is slowly disappearing, along with the people who lived it.

Taken with loving attention and considerable skill, and with the utmost respect for the people and places that appear in them, Kirk's photos of shops and houses, of gardens and lounge-rooms, of people surrounded by the things they love, are beautifully evocative and powerfully nostalgic.

A Beautifully Photographed Swimming Book

“Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of wild swimming - you won't regret it.” -Dr. Rangan Chatterjee

Dive into the wonderful world of wild swimming with a series of photographs by Anna Deacon that captures the wonderful world of diving.

Forging friendships in the water. Enter the world of aquatics and learn about the community of swimmers that Britain’s wild swimming creates. Wild swimming isn’t just a pastime; it’s an ocean of connection that attracts swimmers across Britain and draws people from all walks of life to dive deep and find inspiration in the water.

A swimmer’s paradise. The Ripple Effect showcases all types of swimmers. From fans of the wim hof method to those who want to take their swimming exercises to the open water, this book of aquatic photography is the perfect gift for swimmers.

More than just pictures. Anna Deacon offers a community to connect. With visually stunning photographs depicting wild swimmers in Britain’s natural aquatic habitats, you’ll feel just as eager to go diving for your own wild adventure.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Authentic photography showcasing an array of wild swimming communities
• Swimming stories that inspire, encourage, and laugh
• The wonderful world of wild swimming and why it’s so popular in Britain

If you liked Shaping Surf History, Comp, or Women Making Waves, or Winter Swimming, you’ll love The Ripple Effect.

Capturing Images of Ireland in Color

Experience a century of Irish history with author Rob Cross’ captivating sequel to his bestselling book, The Colour of Ireland: County by County 1860-1960.

#1 New Release in Color Photography

Rediscovering Ireland in color. Many photos from long ago still exist but fail to visualize the past as a part of everyday life. But with the help of modern technology, professional photographer Rob Cross brings Ireland’s history to life in vivid color in his all-new photography book, The Colour of Ireland: Bringing Ireland's Past to Life 1880-1980.  Travel through time as you discover a version of Ireland from long ago and the generations of people living in it. With scenic views of locations such as Dublin, Cork, Galway, and more, witness a century of change through the restored eyes of the past.

Breathing life into history. Capturing a hundred years of historic architecture, natural landscapes, and the daily lives of the Irish, The Colour of Ireland is a folio of stories from long ago, now restored with the power of color. Experience a piece of meaningful history from all 32 counties through cutting-edge restoration and authentic detail. With research and accounts for every photo, you’ll get to travel through Ireland like never before by meeting historic people, places, and moments now preserved in time.

Inside The Colour of Ireland, you’ll find not only archived images of Ireland, but also:

• Techniques used to modify historic photos
• Representation of women in war propaganda
• Architectural and nature photos of places that no longer exist

If you like photography books like Old Ireland in Color, Let’s Get Lost, or Discover Provence, then you’ll love The Colour of Ireland.

Visits to indigenous ethnic groups around the world whose habitats are threatened by external influences and bringing images of them and their habitat together in installations to show that everything and everyone is connected in our age of climate change. 

Climate change threatens not only nature, ecosystems and biodiversity, but above all people themselves. To make this visible, Barbara Dombrowski has spent ten years visiting climate-relevant sites on all five inhabited continents and immersing herself in the lives of indigenous peoples whose existence is threatened: the Inuit of East Greenland, the Achuar and Shuar in the Amazon rainforest, Mongolian nomads in the Gobi desert, the Maasai of Tanzania, and the Micronesian population of the island state of Kiribati in the fragile world of the South Pacific. 

On life-size textile banners, she presented the people of one region in the habitat of another of the ethnic groups she visited. Through this juxtaposition, she powerfully demonstrates the need to build global bridges and to become aware of a shared responsibility. The portraits themselves, the photographic documentation of the symbolic installations, and the very personal descriptions of her visits illustrate and address the climate crisis on multiple levels in a haunting way.

Deeply Personal Stories from Famous Scottish Names

More than a photography book. Transport yourself to beautiful, meaningful locations in Scotland through storytelling.

Be moved by deeply personal stories paired with captivating scenic photographs. Take a journey to the places in Scotland that have emotionally impacted dozens of influential and famous Scottish people. My Perfect Place in Scotland may transform the way you see your world, inspiring you to seek your own sacred places.

Scottish history and the present collide—storytelling at its purest. Well-known Scottish names provide rich stories detailing the places they feel you absolutely must see in Scotland. Their personal histories, combined with the images of the beautiful Scotland landscape that surrounds them, transports you into their lives and stories. 

Inside My Perfect Place in Scotland:

• Experience a deep connection to places you may have never seen before in beautiful, lush Scotland
• Delight in gorgeous pictures that remind you of the beauty of the world around you
• Gain a changed insight into your surroundings through emotional-charged stories and captivating photography

If you liked books such as Photographing Scotland, Waypoints: My Scottish Journey, or Discover Provence, you’ll love My Perfect Place in Scotland.

• Music Caught on Camera

The 2000s are currently experiencing a well-deserved revival. Few decades in recent history have shaped as many trends that still resonate today as the years around the millennium. Not only did the 2000s leave their mark on fashion, but today's art and music scene also draw from the creativity of the stars from that era.

The coffee table book "Zero's Heroes" comprehensively presents the vibrant energy of the music of the 2000s with an impressive collection of photos. From epic concerts and legendary festivals to intimate backstage portraits, this magnificent book offers a unique glimpse into the carefree and joyful spirit of the early 2000s.

It covers the biggest pop superstars as well as hip-hop legends and rock icons. The author of the book is none other than Paul Bergen, who has been telling the story of music through his images since the 1980s and is considered one of the greatest music photographers of our time. He captured iconic moments with idols like the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Iggy Pop, Radiohead, Nirvana, Adele, Prince, U2, and many more.

The coffee table book "Zero's Heroes" is a wonderful source of inspiration for anyone looking to dive back into that turbulent and glittering decade and experience its pulsating spirit up close. It's a fantastic tribute to an unforgettable era with a guaranteed dose of nostalgia.

Southern flair between jazz, blues and soul: the colorful New Orleans coffee table book

Is it possible to capture the energetic, chaotic and enjoyable lifestyle of the southern states in a coffee table book? 

The unconventional photographer and artist Werner Pawlok succeeds with this colorful photography book! With his camera, he portrays New Orleans, affectionately known as "Nola" for short, in all its colorful diversity: street life between soul and blues, the colonial-style architecture so typical of Louisiana and, of course, the people who shape life in the "Big Easy". A visually stunning journey through the fun-loving jazz, blues and soul city in the south of the USA - New Orleans!

A visually stunning coffee table book in the footsteps of Cajuns and Creoles

This magnificent photo book reveals everything that makes a trip to New Orleans worthwhile: the colorful architecture of the metropolis on the Mississippi, still influenced by the colonial era, breathes the culture of the Cajuns and Creoles in Louisiana. Pawlok also immerses himself with his camera in places where the attitude to life in the southern states is more tangible than anywhere else in the USA: the bars and pubs of the French Quarter, considered the cradle of jazz, blues and soul, the lively life on the streets, colorful graffiti - and right in the middle of it all, the people of the dazzling music and art scene.

Magnificently illustrated book with a flair for photographing an attitude to life

Ever since his exhibition successes in the 1980s, Werner Pawlok, born in Stuttgart in 1953, has been able to be mentioned in the same breath as art greats such as Warhol, Richter and Mapplethorpe. His unconventional portrait photography breathes intense closeness. And whether he is tracing the spirit of the past in New Orleans' colonial-era architecture or embarking on a journey into the heart of Cajun culture in the streets of "Nola" between street art and blues bars - Pawlok's unconventional style also shapes this opulent, colorful coffee table book.

A gripping and important volume of artistic wildlife photography that illustrates Nicklen's vision of truth and change through his work.

ITB Berlin BuchAward 2019 in the category travel illustrated book.

Foreword by Leonardo DiCaprio in the book.

His powerful images of iconic arctic and antarctic wildlife and scenery, coupled with his inspiring photographic storytelling, blends ethereal beauty of the icy landscape with a compelling call to action. The Arctic is in Paul Nicklen’s blood. Born and raised on Baffin Island, Nunavut, he grew up in one of the only non-Inuit families in a tiny Inuit settlement amid the ice fields, floes, and frigid seas of Northern Canada. At an age when most children are playing hide-and-seek, he was learning important lessons on survival; how to read the weather, find shelter in a frozen snowscape, or live off the land as his Inuit neighbours had done for centuries.

Today, Nicklen is a naturalist and wildlife photographer uniquely qualified to portray the impact of climate change on the Polar Regions and their inhabitants, human and animal alike. Whether he is diving off the floe edge in the Canadian Arctic or sitting on a piece of glacial ice in Antarctica to scout for leopard seals, Paul Nicklen goes to great lengths and depths to secure his award-winning images of life in the polar regions.

This National Geographic-featured photographer and conservationist never shies away from extreme and challenging conditions as he feels urgently compelled to connect a global audience to the species and ecosystems he cares so deeply about. One of the world’s most acclaimed nature photographers, Nicklen focuses on marine wildlife and polar environments. For Nicklen, we must act now to save Earth’s delicate ecosystems and the precious diversity of life.

Combining some of his most extraordinary photographs with personal experiences — learning and inspirational — this stunning Paul Nicklen photo compendium is both a remarkable collection of nature photography and a passionate rallying cry to stand up, have a voice, and enact positive change for our planet. Text in English, German and French.

• The Greatest Festivals Around The World
• With more than 100 festivals: from national holidays to carnival, from food festivals to sporting events!
• The perfect book for everyone who has something to celebrate!

This volume leads readers back to the roots of these annual events and festivals, exploring their history, meanings, and evolutions. With vibrant photographs as well as practical information on each featured event, it’s a captivating journey of cultural exploration and joie de vivre. Text in English and German.

• "This fun book may not be specifically dedicated to photography, but it’s an unusual and enjoyable read – and, obviously, very cool." — Black And White Photography

Cool. Whether it's a cool guy, cool sunglasses, or a cool film - the attribute 'cool', which until the early '90s was still the definitive identifier of rebellious youth culture speech, is now encountered globally and across all social classes in an almost inflationary manner."Coolness" - on the one hand today a fashion word devoid of content, on the other a self-confidently lived, late-modern individual attitude and behavioral strategy with rebellious roots against a twisted and unjust world.

Michael Köckritz gets to the bottom of the word 'coolness' with a holistic view, researches and collages history and stories, talks to interdisciplinary experts about backgrounds and developments, characteristics and criteria, identifies with you the icons and personalities that so strikingly shape our modern image of coolness. The result is an entertainingly stimulating as well as creative journey of discovery approaching the facets of a timelessly fascinating phenomenon of longing.

This reflected, precise look at the concepts of cool and coolness becomes an impressive plea for coolness as a timelessly modern, emotional experience and self-confident "attitude" that lives attractively from a refusal of bourgeois norms and not fitting in, and at the same time fascinates with a distinctly aesthetic dimension.

The tulip is undoubtedly one of the favorite flowers of Europeans. Therefore, it deserves its own title in the outstanding "Floramour" series. This series is aimed at all flower enthusiasts and dedicates a photo book specifically to one variety in a new and refreshing way. In a unique manner, authors Karin Greiner and Simone Braun manage to capture and convey the graceful character and aesthetics of the tulip in "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen".

In a magnificent homage, the photo book "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen" pays tribute to this beloved flower. In addition to beautiful photographs, this coffee table book offers its readers an engaging all-around view of this powerful ornamental plant with informative texts and detailed drawings.

Tulips are commonly considered a symbol of prosperity and luxury. In the 17th century, these floral beauties attained a particularly high status in the Netherlands and sparked a veritable tulip mania throughout Europe. At times, the flower bulbs even took on a currency-like character. Tulip breeding became a respectable endeavor, and it is hardly surprising that this led to an impressive diversity of over 4200 tulip varieties.

The informative photo book succinctly discusses the cultural history of the plant. Tulips symbolize beginnings. They are among the heralds of spring in nature and definitively mark the end of winter with their arrival. Even after being cut, they continue to grow and embody vitality like few other flowers.

For all tulip fans and flower lovers, "Floramour: Tulips/Tulpen" is an inspiring portrait and a fitting gift that not only dazzles with stunning images but also boasts a wonderful visual presentation. For those who already own previous "Floramour" titles, adding "Tulips" will stylishly expand their collection.

The Fascination of Early Color Photography

This impressive book was compiled by the two authors Dr. Maria Reitter-Kollmann and Dr. Alfred Weidinger. The scholars are leading experts on the history of color photography at the Oberösterreichische Landes-Kultur GmbH in Linz. The museum holds one of the most important European collections of historical autochromes.

The exciting collection consists of more than 1.000 photographs by photographic pioneers such as the Archduchess, Margarethe of Austria-Tuscany or from the collection of Hans Frank, the founder of the first Austrian photo museum in Bad Ischl. Photographs by important photographers such as Auguste Lumière are also part of this unique collection.

In the coffee table book Autochrome, the authors present the most beautiful and important pieces from this collection in their full glory. In addition to the wonderful pictures, the book also provides a lot of background knowledge about the technique of this first commercially usable color photography. Text in English and German.

• "A book of photographs taken before February 2022 reveals formerly breathtaking landscapes that may never be the same." — The New York Times
  
  
• "An illustrated ode to their home, it showcases the beauty and vulnerability of Ukraine beyond the daily horrors and photographs of war." — Image (Ireland)
  
  
• "The book is an illustrated love letter to their homeland, created in the darkest of times…" — Amateur Photography

On 24 February 2022, the invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops began. Since then, Russia's war of aggression has continued with increasing ferocity and destruction. Millions of Ukrainians have fled to neighbouring European countries. Ukraine is now a country caught between two stools: on the one hand, it is striving for rapprochement with NATO and the EU; on the other hand, good relations with Russia have also always been of fundamental importance to the country.

This is a picture book about a landscape and its country, which is going through dark times and is currently moving the whole world. Here we take a look at the beauty and the integrity of Ukraine.

The Ukrainian landscape is characterized by steppes, plateaus, lowlands and mountains. The Lemurian Lake in the south of Ukraine impresses with its pink color, as it has a higher salt content than the Dead Sea. The mountain ranges of the Carpathians in the west of Ukraine captivate with their wonderful wild beauty.

The Ukrainian steppe is part of the great Eurasian steppe, which runs through several countries of Eastern Europe and used to be the home of the Cossacks. The country is also criss-crossed by numerous river courses, with the Dnieper, Donets and Dniester rivers, which flow into the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, being among the most significant.

Unparalleled scale, out-of-this-world colors and unique landscape shots from above make this book a tribute to the beauty of the Ukrainian landscape. Text in English, German and Ukrainian.

• The ultimate illustrated book on the beach lifestyle
  
  
• Dazzling personalities like Coco Chanel or Pablo Picasso and their relationship to the beach
  
  
• Portraits of exclusive destinations and beach villas

This illustrated book portrays the beach as a place of longing, with brilliant photos and entertaining stories: How Coco Chanel invented the summer tan, how the special light on the coast inspired artists like Picasso, of the beauty of deserted beaches, of exclusive dream domiciles, of the iconography of the surfer and of the longest wave ride of all time.

teNeues hereby presents the ultimate illustrated book about beach life. Beach villas and dream beaches are shown in exclusive portraits. Text in English and German.

• “striking imagery…stunning depictions” — Birdwatch
  
  
• "One need not ponder whether Birds: Poetry in the Sky is more a bird book or an art book: it fits each category. But whatever shelf it belongs on is really irrelevant – it’s enough to say that the book is magnificent." — 10,000 Birds
  
  
• "...This is photographic art of birds ‘where they live’ and where humans must watch in awe." — Wildlife Australia

The fascination birds evoke in us continues unabated. Australian artist and photographer Christian Spencer, living in the vicinity of the Brazilian rainforest since 2001, has surrendered to it as well. “The camera is my brush,” is how he describes his style.