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Boarding House - Book review

2nd July 2009

For five years, the New York-born, South Africa-based photographer Roger Ballen grew increasingly drawn to a strange boarding house near Johannesburg, where he lives.

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Carleton Watkins in Yosemite - Book review

1st July 2009

Somewhat lost behind the long, storied career of Ansel Adams is the tragic tale of Carleton Emmons Watkins.

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The Book of Digital Photography

18th August 2008

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.

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Butterfly A Photographic Portrait

18th August 2008

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.

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The Backbone of England

18th August 2008

If you are serious about your landscape photography, you'll need to be equally serious about your walking to appreciate this book.

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99 Portrait Photo Ideas

18th August 2008

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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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Essentials

18th August 2008

John Beardsworth, who in this case talks us through the skills necessary to use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.

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Over India: Kite's Eye , Photographs of India

16th August 2008

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.

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In Plane View, Abstractions of Flight

16th August 2008

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.

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Digital Photography: Step-by-Step

16th August 2008

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.

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