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Imposters by James Knoblauch

This collection of bizarre, weird and wonderful photographs could only happen in Hollywood.







Infected Landscape Israel Broken Promised Land by Shai Kremer

Maybe the work in this book will demonstrate the difference between a landscape photographer who enjoys his art, and a landscape photographer who sells his images as fine art for many thousands of dollars in galleries.






Panda by Heather Angel

Looking at her latest pictures of pandas, it's not surprising that Heather Angel is one of Britain's favourite wildlife photographers.







American Photobooth by Näkki Goranin

This gem of a book has more than 200 pictures tracing the fascinating 80-year history of the photobooth in the USA.







Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Essentials by John Beardsworth

John explains in simple terms the latest application from the creators of Photoshop, from the process of transferring the 'digital negative' from the camera, to delivering the perfect print.






Over India Kite's Eye Photographs of IndiaBy Nicolas Chorier

Aerial photography is forbidden in India without prior permission from an assortment of government agencies‚ something Nicolas Chorier didn't have . However, the enterprising Frenchman wasn't prepared to let this technicality stand in his way.





In Plane View, Abstractions of Flight By Carolyn Russo

In Plane View By Carolyn Russo. Her skewed close-ups of of aircraft and spacecraft have an unnervingly anatomical feel to them that will make you see flying machines, and photography, in a whole new light.





Magnum Magnum Edited by Brigitte Lardinois

You'll have to dig deep into your pockets if you want to buy this bumper blockbuster, it is the most expensive Magnum book so far. But wow! What a whopper, with 69 photographers showing more than 400 pictures spanning 60 years.





This Side of Paradise, Body and Landscape in Los Angeles Photographs By Jennifer A Watts and Claudia Bohn-Spector

'This Side of Paradise' By Jennifer A Watts and Claudia Bohn-Spector is a brilliant collection of photographs by both early and contemporary masters that will have you looking at the 'City of Angels' in a totally different and refreshing light.





Digital Photography: Step-by-Step By Jerry Glenwright

You're living in cloud-cuckoo-land if you think that digital photography is going to make your photographic life easier. To stack the odds in your favour have a look at 'Digital Photography: Step-by-Step' By Jerry Glenwright.





The Complete Pirelli Calendars Text by Edmondo Berselli

When the first Pirelli Calendars came out in the early 1960s, we all wanted to be fashion photographers.






Reuters: Our World Now

If you think you could press Reuters' button take a look at the latest book from its picture desk. There are more than 350 images from 200 photographers working in 70 countries that will inspire you to reach the highest levels.




A Grain of Sand, Nature's Secret Wonder By Dr Gary Greenberg

By using amazing 3-D microphotographic techniques Dr Gary Greenberg has delved inside the secret world of grains of sand from around the globe.






Adventures in Tornado Alley: The Storm Chasers By Mike Hollingshead and Eric Nguyen

Next to being a war photographer, chasing storms in America's Tornado Alley comes a close second for adrenaline-hungry junkies in search of thrills.






Tom Mackie's Landscape Photography Secrets

The good news for landscape lovers is that Tom Mackie's classic volume is now in paperback, and it makes the perfect accessory to pack in the camera bag.





Once Upon A Time In Wales By Robert Haines

Documentary photography may not be everyone's cup of tea, but we should all be grateful to Robert Haines for this collection of black & white photographs, taken in the early 1970s, documenting life in the small Welsh communities of Heolgerrig and Merthyr Tydfil.





The Book of Digital Photography By Chris George

A book cover announcing, 'Everything you need to know from beginner to pro' is going to grab the attention of anyone who needs to come to terms with digital technology.





Butterfly A Photographic Portrait By Thomas Marent with Ben Morgan

If it's butterflies and moths that trip your shutter, then look no further than this inspiring volume. Whether you are a newcomer or an old hand on the wildlife scene, you cannot ignore the incredible work of Swiss-born photographer Thomas Marent






The Backbone of England By Andrew Bibby. Photographs by John Morrison

If you are serious about your landscape photography, you'll need to be equally serious about your walking to appreciate this book. Writer Andrew Bibby retraces his steps along the Pennine Way





99 Portrait Photo Ideas By Annabel Williams

Annabel Williams, who made her name with contemporary wedding photography, bears all about the portrait game in her latest book. If you take her advice, and with a little practice, you could turn your hobby into a profitable business.

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