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In Time and Silence, the photographer Caroline Halley des Fontaines invites us to look back at what has been lost on the road to modernity. The reality we uncover is pure and simple. Halley des Fontaines' subjects are a testimony to the sacred concepts of tradition. Even in everyday chores, they radiate grace and contentment. This mythic exploration profiles the landscape and people from India to Egypt, from Tibet to Afghanistan, from Nepal to Kenya. Halley des Fontaines' photography is settled and composed, depicting portraits of ... read more

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Special price. This text investigates the ways in which a digital image can be printed. It glosses the technical terms and jargon, with a list of companies. It enables readers to set up a printer, know how to use it and experiment with innovative methods of printing digital imagery.

785 pages. Text in French & English. First published 1992.

A defining moment; a significant event in history or a moment of singular beauty skillfully and fortuitously captured. The defining moment represents a confluence of variables such as lighting, angle, composition and simply being in the right place at the right time. Be the subject matter of far-reaching importance or esoteric in its nature, the result is an extraordinary image in its own right. Australian photographer David Evans and author Peter Murray have compiled this eclectic mix of images taken by photographers from aroun... read more

The Photographs of James Ravilious. Forward by Alan Bennett. First published December 2007.

In an increasingly crowded world, many people yearn for the open spaces of the countryside, but increasingly photographers are looking to towns and cities as their sources of inspiration, attracted by the myriad photographic opportunities afforded by architecture: classical and modern alike. This book will appeal to both photographers and architectural enthusiasts and is suitable for all levels of photographers from beginner to enthusiast. Particularly useful for students and those wishing to make money from their hobby as it conta... read more

Lee Miller (1907-77) was not only one of the great beauties of the twentieth century but one of its most remarkable photographic artists. Miller was photographed constantly by her father, Theodore and in the 1920s by outstanding New York photographers such as Arnold Genthe and Edward Steichen, while Georges Lepape drew her for a Vogue cover in 1927. Arriving in Paris in 1928, she became the apprentice, collaborator and muse of Man Ray and played a leading role in a masterpiece of Surrealist cinema, Jean Cocteau's "The Blood of a Po... read more

This is one of the most outstanding collections of nature photographs you will find, representing the work of more than 100 professional and amateur photographers from 22 countries. It comprises all the winning and commended photographs from the 2007 Shell Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition - the most prestigious event of its kind in the world - selected by an international panel of judges out of 32,300 entries from 78 countries. The range of subjects and styles is diverse - from abstract nature images to animal behavio... read more

A lavish account of pioneering polar photography and modern portraiture, Face to Face brings together in a single volume both rare, unpublished treasures from the historic collections of the Scott Polar Research Institute (SPRI), University of Cambridge, alongside cutting-edge modern imagery from expedition photographer Martin Hartley. The first book to examine the history and role of polar exploration photography, Face to Face is a unique project of unsurpassed quality. Face to Face features the very first polar photographs, the f... read more

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The Pulitzer Prize has come to represent the pinnacle of achievement in news photography. Here, in one beautifully produced volume, is every Pulitzer Prize-winning photography from 1942 to the present. Captured by the lenses of the world's photojournalists, these Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs paint a dramatic and memorable montage of each year, from World War II to the early days of the twenty-first century.

Finally, a second book on glamour art by the author/artist of Bettie Page: Queen of Hearts. Now, for the first time, Jim Silke shares his hilarious first-person account of life as a 'pinup' artst-from the comic-strip vixens that influenced his youth, to his real-life adventures photographing Hollywood's most beautiful starlets and models, to his slaving over magical images of Bettie Page, Brigitte Bardot, and a host of other beauties. Lavishly illustrated with over 100 new images by Silke and classic 'girl artists' George Petty, Co... read more

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To understand the entire legendary and quite glamorous story of National Geographic photography, one need look no further than the four lensmen, whose lives and work are celebrated in Odysseys and Photographs. While the photographers were all supported and nurtured - technically and creatively - by the Geographic, each had his own interests and his own style and each made his own unique contribution to world culture, science, and history. Following an introduction that sets the scene, the book is divided into four parts, each devot... read more

Whatever you want to photograph, discover how to get it right every time. From still life to children's parties, make sure you're picture perfect with this concise guide from expert photographer and bestselling author Tom Ang. Follow straightforward photographs and instructions to discover what equipment you'll need, the best approach for each subject and to compose, light, frame and take shots. Checklists give instant advice on getting results, while tricks of the trade show you how to turn a good picture into a great one. Plus,... read more

Learn to take photos like a professional with Tom Ang's masterclass. Join Tom Ang's masterclass for a one-on-one guide to every aspect of digital photography. You'll improve your skills, develop your eye and learn to take control of your camera. Learn to be a better photographer; find out how to imagine the results you want before achieving them. Discover how to master the complexities of lighting, composition and timing. Enhance your pictures with image manipulation, then start to specialise in what interests you; from sport to po... read more

Showing you what others only tell you. Snap happy with this unique visual guide covering every aspect of conventional and digital photography from leading photographer Tom Ang. Features practical advice on cameras and techniques plus essential insights into the key developments and innovations. From famous photographers to tips on image manipulation, this is the guide that will put you in the picture. First published 2005.