Photography Books
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Book Review – Death and Other Belongings by Will Green
Book Review – Death and Other Belongings by Will Green Will Green’s Death and Other Belongings refuses to instruct the viewer on what grief looks like. Instead, it pulls the viewer into its atmosphere. The black-and-white photographs stay expansive yet restrained, devoid of the drama that typically accompanies grief. Green turns his camera toward what stays behind. He focuses on a chair in the garden, the fabric still creased by the weight of a body; a bee lies in the dust; apples sink into the soil. Each photograph insists that the world continues to act in its ordinary way. Green meets that continuation with steadiness and records it without ceremony. Before…
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Peter Hujar’s Portraits in Life and Death: A Meditation on Beauty, Mortality, and the Intimacy of Looking
Peter Hujar’s Portraits in Life and Death: A Meditation on Beauty, Mortality, and the Intimacy of Looking It’s almost impossible to open Peter Hujar’s Portraits in Life and Death and not feel that peculiar hush that settles over you in the presence of something both beautiful and unsettling. The book — first published in 1976 and reissued in 2024 — remains one of the most haunting and quietly magnificent works of photography in the twentieth century. It is not a grand statement, nor a coffee-table monolith of glossy spectacle. It is, instead, an austere, personal object: forty-one black-and-white photographs that carry within them an entire philosophy of seeing. At first,…
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Book Review – Sally Mann’s Art Work: On the Creative Life — A Personal Reflection
Book Review – Sally Mann’s Art Work: On the Creative Life — A Personal Reflection I have fallen completely in love with Sally Mann’s Art Work: On the Creative Life. It’s one of those rare books that seeps quietly into your life and stays there. I own three copies now — one by the bed, one on the arm of the sofa, and one that seems to wander around the house with me, always within reach. Mann’s words have become a kind of companion presence. I pick it up in passing, open it at random, and each time I find something that feels new, as if she were still speaking…
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New independent publisher Eros Publications debuts with FERVOR by Juan Brenner
New independent publisher, Eros Publications, debuts with FERVOR by Juan Brenner, a photographic essay exploring desire, devotion, and resilience in Guatemala’s Western Highlands As Zora Neale Hurston once wrote, “Gods always behave like the people who make them.” In his new book FERVOR, Juan Brenner delves into this idea, examining how belief and identity shape one another. FERVOR, the new photobook by award-winning photographer Juan Brenner, explores Guatemala’s Western Highlands, foregrounding devotional life, hybrid ritual, and evolving identity. Through 98 plates, Brenner’s work offers an intimate meditation on desire as both a longing and a force of collective resilience and reinvention through presenting layered narratives of devotion, desire, and strength.…
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Dewi Lewis Publishing
2025 marks Dewi Lewis Publishing’s 32nd anniversary as an independent publisher. Founded in 1994, it is a partnership owned and run by husband and wife, Dewi Lewis and Caroline Warhurst. Best known as a photobook publisher, the company has also published award-winning fiction with titles shortlisted and longlisted for the Booker Prize. It has also ventured into Sports publishing with titles that have included the highly successful biography of José Mourinho, Made in Portugal. Its photography list has an international reputation and includes books by leading British and international photographers, such as Laia Abril, William Klein, Martin Parr, Simon Norfolk, Fay Godwin, Tom Wood, Sergio Larrain, Frank Horvat, John Blakemore,…
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McNidder & Grace Publishers
McNidder & Grace Limited was founded in 2011 by publisher Andy Peden Smith, who now collaborates with his partner, Caroline Peden Smith, to run the business. Both Andy and Caroline possess a wealth of experience in publishing, with a strong track record of producing high-quality, award-winning books. The company specialises in both non-fiction and fiction titles aimed at adults, with a particular focus on popular culture. Their non-fiction catalogue features a diverse range of subjects, including photography, art, music, biography, history, country pursuits, and, more recently, health and well-being. Additionally, they take great pride in their acclaimed “Railway Journeys in Art Poster to Poster” series. This is a nine-volume collection…
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Photo Book Review – Unveiling London’s Architectural Identity: Karin Templin’s “At Home in London: The Mansion Block”
Photo Book Review – Unveiling London’s Architectural Identity: Karin Templin’s “At Home in London: The Mansion Block” All images – Courtesy of the artist and MACK. In the bustling realm of urban architecture and visual storytelling, two distinct voices rise to the forefront, offering their unique perspectives on the intricate fabric of city life. Karin Templin, an architectural visionary and urban designer, collaborates with photographer Matthew Blunderfield to weave a narrative that delves deep into the heart of London’s architectural identity. Through their collaborative efforts and individual expertise, Templin and Blunderfield bring forth a comprehensive exploration that transcends mere buildings, capturing the essence of the city’s past, present, and future.…
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Photo Book Review – Larry Sultan’s ‘Swimmers’: A Fascinating and Immersive Dive into Emotion and Eternity
Photo Book Review – Larry Sultan’s ‘Swimmers’: A Fascinating and Immersive Dive into Emotion and Eternity All images – Courtesy of the artist and MACK. Larry Sultan, a luminary of the photographic world, left an indelible mark on visual storytelling through his captivating body of work. His exploration of the human experience and memory unfolds in his masterpiece, “Swimmers.” This comprehensive review delves into Sultan’s artistic journey, the profound context of ‘Swimmers,’ and the echoes of his legacy, marked by his passing, that resonate within the series. The review examines Sultan’s career, the emotional intricacies of ‘Swimmers,’ and the impact of his artistic choices to illuminate the profound narrative that…
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Photo Book Review – A Pound of Pictures: Alec Soth’s Eclectic Ode to the Photographic Medium
Photo Book Review – A Pound of Pictures: Alec Soth’s Eclectic Ode to the Photographic Medium “A Pound of Pictures” presents a captivating journey through the lens of acclaimed photographer Alec Soth, showcasing a new and unique collection of work produced between 2018 and 2021. This stream-of-consciousness celebration of the photographic medium takes readers on a winding road trip of imagery, capturing a diverse array of subjects that range from the enigmatic allure of Buddhist statues and birdwatchers to the carefree spirit of sun-seekers and the stoic presence of busts portraying Abraham Lincoln. Through this book, Soth reflects on the profound desire to capture and immortalise experiences through printed images,…
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Stunning Photo Book Review – Unveiling the Enigmatic: Torbjørn Rødland’s ‘The Pregnant Virgin’
Stunning Photo Book Review – Unveiling the Enigmatic: Torbjørn Rødland’s ‘The Pregnant Virgin’ In the realm of contemporary photography, Torbjørn Rødland emerges as a luminary whose work defies conventional boundaries, inviting viewers on a journey of introspection and wonder. Renowned for his distinctive approach to image-making, Rødland’s photographs resonate with layers of symbolism, emotion, and thought-provoking narratives. With a portfolio that spans diverse genres, Rødland’s exploration of the human experience captivates and challenges in equal measure. All images – Courtesy of the artist and MACK. Born in Stavanger, Norway in 1970, Rødland’s journey into the world of photography began at an early age. His formative years were marked by a…
