Best photography books 2020
February 19, 2020
The best photography books chosen by Martin Parr and the Amateur Photographer team. A wide range of genres, with photography to inspire and inform
Photography books
Our in-depth reviews of the latest photography books, covering everything from landscape and travel photography, to portraiture and street photography. We also take a look at books from photographers that have had a real impact, exploring their careers and portfolios.
If you’re looking for inspiration, take a look at our round up of the best photography books selected by Martin Parr, the best photography books selected by us, or take a look at photography books featuring the works of Fred Herzog, William Eggleston or Cindy Sherman.
Did you know Amateur Photographer publish books? Have a look at our Improve Your Photography series!
British Wildlife Photography Awards 10 | Book review
February 15, 2020
This book proves that you don’t always need to travel long distanced for stunning wildlife photography, as Amy Davies finds out
Photographers Against Wildlife Crime | Book review
February 13, 2020
A heartbreaking book that raises awareness of the serious threat to wildlife from illegal poaching
Coincidences: New York by Chance by Jonathan Higbee | Book review
February 11, 2020
This book encapsulates the dedicated patience required for skilful street photography, as Amy Davies discovers
Photography in Japan book review
February 3, 2020
This engrossing study of how a formerly feudal society embraced photography in the 19th century is a must-read, says Geoff Harris
Best photography books 2017: How many have you read?
December 11, 2017
From personal projects to epic retrospectives, there have been some incredible books launched in the past 12 months. We bring you some of our favourite page-turners from 2017
Waiting for Buddy Guy: Q&A with the author and photographer
November 21, 2017
Waiting for Buddy Guy, the story of a young blues obsessive's pilgrimage to Chicago in the late 70s is onsale now, with some great shots of legendary performers. We caught up with author and photographer Alan Harper for a chat about this pivotal time in blues history...
Book review: 1994 by Pieter Hugo
May 8, 2017
In '1994', we find Pieter Hugo taking a quieter, though no less meaningful, approach to his photography, with a series of portraits of children - two are Hugo’s own children, the rest native to Rwanda
Book review: Small World by Anne Geddes
April 29, 2017
It's likely you've seen Anne Geddes' work in some capacity. It could be through the 18 million books or 13 million calendars she's sold to date, or potentially it could be that you've seen the echoes of her work throughout the unparalleled influence that’s peppered the burgeoning genre of baby photography
Book review: Ren Hang by Dian Hanson
April 24, 2017
In February, Chinese photographer Ren Hang, at just 29, took his own life. His battle with depression was well documented, more often than not by the photographer himself, as his final book reveals
Book review: The Family Imprint by Nancy Borowick
April 17, 2017
In 2013, Howie and Laurel Borowick were undergoing parallel treatments for stage-four cancer. Howie was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. Witnessing all this was their daughter, Nancy, a documentary and photojournalism graduate
Book review: The Dench Dozen by Peter Dench
April 4, 2017
In this volume, photographer Peter Dench sits down, and often drinks, with some of Britain’s top photographers. Geoff Harris takes a look
Book review: Factory – Andy Warhol by Stephen Shore
March 21, 2017
A young Stephen Shore was at the right place and right time to document the goings on at Andy Warhol’s seminal Factory. Oliver Atwell enjoys the ride
Video: Peter Dench on ‘The Dench Dozen’
March 17, 2017
We speak to photojournalist and Olympus Visionary, Peter Dench, about his new book, The Dench Dozen, which offers an insight into the lives of twelve key British photographers
Book review: Industrial Scars by J Henry Fair
March 12, 2017
In J Henry Fair's book we see the visual consequences of processes, such as oil extraction - we review his latest effort
Book review: Harrodsburg by Dougie Wallace
March 9, 2017
Confrontational street photographer, Dougie Wallace, turns his attention to the extravagance of London's Knightsbridge. We check out his latest collection of shots
Book review: Passport by Alexander Chekmenev
February 19, 2017
Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Ukraine found itself in a bureaucratic quandary. Oliver Atwell gets a fascinating glimpse into the past
Book review: Sacred Nature by Angela and Jonathan Scott
January 30, 2017
Wildlife photographers Jonathan and Angela Scott showcase the best of nature. Oliver Atwell uncovers a stark warning amid the beauty
Book review: Modern Color by Fred Herzog
January 23, 2017
Photographer Fred Herzog releases a volume that reminds audiences just how pioneering his colour work was. Oliver Atwell takes a look
Book review: Kuwait – A Desert on Fire by Sebastiao Salgado
December 27, 2016
