Photography Books

I am interested in telling a story in pictures and photographing for books was a natural development in my career. I have always acknowledged the power of the single image and it’s very hard to achieve. I worked on several Time-Life books early on in my career and the editor Pamala Mark left a lasting impression on me by explaining the difference between an illustrated book and a photographic book. Having the right book designer is imperative as so many designers treat pictures as decoration for their design! A photographic book must be picture lead.

The arrival of digital was wonderful for photo reproduction as the pictures can be processed and prepared for print by the photographer before the designer and printer receive them. It opens up the world of paper choices, bookbinding and all the other skills involved in book production. I try to produce a treasure!