Fotografi

Commemorative coins, patches, mugs and other ephemera from the shadowy world of US military aviation and aerospaceIn From the Archives of Peter Merlin, Aviation Archaeologist, multidisciplinary artist Trevor Paglen (born 1974) collaborates with Peter Merlin, a former NASA archivist, on this new artist's book featuring a photographic inventory of objects from the aerospace historian's archive of research culled from military bases such as Area 51.Featuring images of challenge coins, patches and commemorative mugs from within these bases, as well as debris recovered from the surrounding crash sites, the book presents both a social and technological investigation into the US government's secret aviation history from the atomic age to today's drone wreckage.The symbols and texts featured on these objects that celebrate covert missions range in character from goofy to sinister, though their actual meaning may never be fully explained to the public. In addition to photographic images, the book includes an essay by Paglen as well as in-depth captions of the archive's inventory, offering context for this history and addressing the present-day ramifications of these military advancements across the realms of communication, surveillance and warfare.

This delightfully curated collection of images of classic film stars celebrates a love of books and reading with a dash of Hollywood glamour.

A love letter to Edinburgh, in words and photos. Seen through the distinctive lens of leading instagrammer Shawna Law, Pockets of Pretty showcases the majestic and secluded gems that make the city special.

A celebration of the world's most seductive instrument, with large full-colour photographs plus lore, players, makers, legends. Inspiring to look through, and - with a slipcase - beautiful to hold.

Lovisa Ringborg (b 1979) is a Swedish artist based in Stockholm and holds an MFA from the School of Photography at Gothenburg University.

Following his bestselling quest for Soviet Bus Stops, Canadian photographer Christopher Herwig has completed a subterranean expedition photographing the stations of each Metro network of the former USSR. From extreme marble and chandelier opulence to brutal futuristic minimalist glory, Soviet Metro Stations documents this wealth of diverse architecture.

This series provides a year of prompts to advance as a photographer in a particular direction.

Return to Sender pairs pioneering colour photographer John Hinde's instantly recognisable iconic postcards from Ireland in the 1950s, '60s and '70s, with corresponding contemporary photographs. The side-by-side contrast of these wonderfully captured by photographer Paul Kelly, illustrates the ways Ireland's landscapes have changed over the decades

Mary Russell¿s career in fashion journalism was launched by Diana Vreeland when the legendary editor recommended her for a job at Glamour in New York, which eventually led her to open the magazine¿s Parisian office. At turns a journalist and stylist for photographers in Paris, London, and New York, Russell worked closely with celebrities from film, fashion, music, and dance. Her personal photographs, taken during private moments at work and at play, offer a rare and privileged insight into the artistic and cultural elite of the 1960s and 1970s. Pierre Passebon is a specialist of twentieth-century decorative arts. He owns the world-class Galerie du Passage in Paris.

Travelling to Tokyo? Be sure to see some of the most iconic sites in Tokyo and nearby cities - from gorgeous skylines and jaw-dropping nature to hidden treasures. With this photo/guidebook, visitors can explore both the cutting-edge and traditional parts of the city like a local. Misaki Matsui, the photographer and author, introduces the beauty of the four seasons of Tokyo and surrounding cities that Japanese residents love. The collection showcases more than 100 beautiful images of Tokyo including Senso-ji, Roppongi Hills, Todoriki Valley, Mt. Takao, the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, and more. AUTHOR: After working with an advertising agency in Japan, Misaki Matsui moved to New York and began her career as a photographer and film director. Her photos have been selected for the International Photography Awards, and she has also exhibited in the U.S. and Japan. Her narrative and documentary films have been selected for the Raindance Film Festival, the Monaco International Film Festival, and Short Shorts Film Festival. She is based in Tokyo and New York.

This superb volume is a captivating and inspiring close-up of 100 houses that combine inspirational, creative and sophisticated design within the art of nature and the urban realm.

Fifteen artist portfolios and a series of conversations feature the brightestcontemporary fashion photographers whose images and stories chart the historyof inclusion (and exclusion) in the creation of the Black fashion image.

Il volume nasce in occasione della mostra Letizia Battaglia, Fotografia come scelta di vita, (Venezia, Casa dei Tre Oci), un volume antologico che raccoglie ben 300 scatti, molti dei quali inediti, provenienti dall¿archivio storico della grande fotografa, con l¿intento di raccontare un¿artista, una donna e una vita. Letizia Battaglia è riconosciuta come una delle figure più importanti della fotografia contemporanea non solo per i suoi scatti saldamente presenti nell¿immaginario collettivo, ma soprattutto per il valore civile ed etico da lei attribuito al fare fotografia. Nel catalogo oltre al saggio introduttivo della curatrice Francesca Alfano Miglietti, sono presenti interventi di noti personaggi quali il sindaco di Palermo Leoluca Orlando, Filippo La Mantia, e il fotografo Paolo Ventura. Un saggio di Maria Chiara Di Trapani racconta inoltre la vita nell¿archivio della fotografa. Si presenta una Letizia Battaglia inedita, fotografa di mafia ma anche della bellezza: dagli omicidi di piazza a Milano negli anni settanta agli animali, le coppie, i baci; l¿inconsapevole eleganza delle bambine del quartiere Cala a Palermo; le processioni religiose, lo scempio delle coste siciliane, i volti di Giovanni Falcone, Pier Paolo Pasolini e di tante donne nelle quali la fotografa si rispecchia. Nel volume si documentano inoltre l¿impegno politico, l¿attività editoriale, quella teatrale e cinematografica e la recente istituzione del Centro internazionale di fotografia a Palermo.

The Art of Japanese Architecture presents a complete overview of Japanese architecture in its historical and cultural context. The book begins with a discussion of early prehistoric dwellings and concludes with a description of works by important modern Japanese architects. Along the way it discusses the iconic buildings and architectural styles for which Japan is so justly famousfrom elegant Shinden and Sukiya aristocratic villas like the Kinkakuji "e;Golden Pavilion"e; in Kyoto, to imposing Samurai castles like Himeji and Matsumoto, and tranquil Zen Buddhist gardens and tea houses to rural Minka thatched-roof farmhouses and Shinto shrines. Each period in the development of Japan's architecture is described in detail and the most important structures are shown and discussedincluding dozens of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The aesthetic trends in each period are presented within the context of Japanese society at the time, providing a unique in-depth understanding of the way Japanese architectural styles and buildings have developed over time and the great variety that is visible today. The book is profusely illustrated with hundreds of hand-drawn 3D watercolor illustrations and color photos as well as prints, maps and diagrams. The new edition features dozens of new photographs and a handy hardcover format that is perfect for travelers.

Released to coincide with the release of the 25th 007 film, Bond: Behind the Scenes is a collection of rare and unseen images from the making of the Bond films

The Complete Beginners Guide To Photography explains all the photography concepts beginners need. Once you've mastered these basics, you can then move on to the more advanced skills section featuring practical how-to guides for shooting a range of core subjects. Take your photography to the next level and start learning today!

The American Fraternity is a mysterious photo and ritual book that lifts the veil on America's oldest and most influential male tradition.

Rocky Nook's Pocket Guides are handy, ultra-portable, and quick to reference to help you get the shot when you're out and about.These pocket guides are designed for photographers who haven't memorized every button, dial, setting, and feature on their Sony A7 III.With a pre-shoot checklist and color coded tabs for easy reference to exactly what information you're looking for, this pocket guide will act as your backup brain.Customize your pre-shoot checklist so that you've got your preferred settings handy, and don't worry if you switch them up, you can always access the pocket guide to correct or reset them.

Rocky Nook's Pocket Guides are handy, ultra-portable, and quick to reference to help you get the shot when you're out and about.These pocket guides are designed for photographers who haven't memorized every button, dial, setting, and feature on their Fujifilm X-T3.With a pre-shoot checklist and color coded tabs for easy reference to exactly what information you're looking for, this pocket guide will act as your backup brain.Customize your pre-shoot checklist so that you've got your preferred settings handy, and don't worry if you switch them up, you can always access the pocket guide to correct or reset them.

Designed for photographers who haven't memorized every button, dial, setting, and feature on their Nikon Z6, Rocky Nook's handy and ultra-portable quick reference Pocket Guide helps you get the shot when you're out and about. . Confirm that your camera is set up properly with the pre-shoot checklist . Identify every button and dial on your camera . Learn the essential modes and settings you need to know . Dive deeper with additional features of your camera . Execute step-by-step instructions for shooting multiple exposures, in-camera HDR, time-lapse movies, and more . Follow tips and techniques for getting great shots in typical scenarios (portrait, landscape, freezing action, low light, etc.)

Photographer Georges Lenzi shares his magnificent shots from the fascinating world of Argentinean Gauchos.

100 Japanese Gardens is an ambitious attempt to profile the finest gardens in Japan, while also highlighting lesser known, but equally accomplished landscapes in less-visited parts of the country. A celebration of Japanese landscape design, this book features gardens from Kyoto and Tokyo, as well as from the sub-arctic island of Hokkaido and the semi-tropical islands of Okinawa. Author Stephen Mansfield traveled the length and breadth of Japan on a quest to identify the most impressive gardens in this vast and culturally varied archipelago. His erudition and love of the Japanese garden shines through on every page, making this the perfect primer for travel to Japan or an enjoyable armchair read for gardening enthusiasts. Mansfield's insightful descriptions of each garden examine design concepts and principles, space management, compositional elements, and the iconographic and metaphysical role of Shinto and Buddhist influences. Through his exquisite visuals and engaging stories, we experience Japanese garden designs not merely as landscapes, but as large-scale art installations.

An extensive set of sculptures and original photos by John Chamberlain show his lifelong exploration and experimentation around coloured car body parts and the illusion of movement in space.

With a large collection of photos by Alan Perry and memorabilia from the gigs plus narrative from Iron Maiden biographer Neil Daniels, this book is a wonderful celebration of Maiden's unforgettable appearances at the Reading Festivals of 1980, 1982 and 2005.

52 Assignments: Instagram Photography is a collection of inspirational Insta missions, challenges, and hints from leading Instagram photographers, designed to help you elevate the images in your Instagram feed to miniature works of art.

This book gives ample proof of Jean-Pierre Leloir's (1931-2010) amazing ability to immortalize performers and to capture candid moments at the airport, backstage, and in the dressing rooms of the most legendary Paris jazz and concert venues. Text in English, with both Introduction and back cover texts in English, French and Spanish.

Everyday, ordinary objects are taken apart and transformed into extraordinary images, captured in detailed photographs.

Use your Nikon D3500 camera like the prosCapturing frame-worthy photos is no easy feat -- until now! Inside, author Julie King shares her experience as a professional photographer and photography teacher to help you get picture-perfect landscapes, portraits, action shots, and more with your Nikon D3500 digital SLR camera.It takes more than a good eye and an amazing camera to get shots like the pros. With the help of Nikon D3500 For Dummies, you'll find all the expert advice and know-how you need to unlock your camera's capabilities to their fullest potential. From working with the basics of lighting and exposure to making sense of your camera's fanciest features, you'll be snapping professional-grade photos in a flash!* Learn the five essential options for shooting quality photos* Understand the settings that control exposure* Take charge of color and focus features* Put your skills together to shoot portraits, close-ups, and action shotsWhether you're shooting in automatic mode, scene mode, or manual mode, you'll get all the guidance you need to take photos you'll be proud to share.