Photography & photographs

Cannes Cinema: A Visual History of the World's Greatest Film Festival Traverso

By Phaidon

Cannes Cinema is an extraordinary family photo album of the greatest international film gala: the Festival de Cannes.

From the very first Cannes Film Festival in 1939 right up to the present day, three generations of photographers from the Traverso family have immortalized the world's most beautiful film stars – from Grace Kelly to Penélope Cruz – and greatest film directors –...

Cannes Cinema is an extraordinary family photo album of the greatest international film gala: the Festival de Cannes.

From the very first Cannes Film Festival in 1939 right up to the present day, three...

Published: 12/08/2011

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9782866427054

RRP: $49.95

Smalltown

By Tim Winton & Martin Mischkulnig

Smalltown is a view of the Australia we politely ignore.

In this rich and austere collaboration, photographer Martin Mischkulnig has joined writer Tim Winton to produce a meditation on the peculiar collision of beauty and ugliness that characterises our far-flung towns.

Published: 28/09/2009

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781926428123

RRP: $75.00

Riverfolk: Life Along the Murray

By Allan M. Nixon

Take a journey up the Murray with Allan Nixon, bestselling author of the Bushies and Beaut Utes series and long-time friend to the mighty river.

The Murray holds a special place in the hearts of Australians, beloved for its natural beauty, its integral role in agriculture, its colourful history and as a favourite holiday destination. But a look beyond the spectacular vistas and picturesque...

Published: 29/06/2009

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781921518164

RRP: $29.95

Australia: 150 photographs

By Rex Dupain

Through this superb collection, Dupain reintroduces us to the bush, coast and suburbs of a diverse country.

Published: 25/10/2010

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781921382550

RRP: $59.95

Australia's West

By Richard Woldendorp

Richard Woldendorp is one of the best-known landscape photographers in Australia's. This updated edition of Richard's most impressive – and sort-after – hardcover photographic book showcases the beauty and drama of the vast Western Australian landscape.

Richard Woldendorp is one of the best-known landscape photographers in Australia's. This updated edition of Richard's most impressive – and sort-after – hardcover photographic book showcases...

Published: 31/01/2008

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781921361210

RRP: $45.00

Abstract Earth: Photography Exhibition

By Richard Woldendorp

Abstract Earth will be released to coincide with a long-overdue retrospective exhibition of one of Australia's foremost landscape photographers, Richard Woldendorp. It showcases over 27 years' of Woldendorp's best aerial photographs. Woldendorp captures the vastness of the Australian outback, our distinctive coastlines and our man made landscapes in a way that combines both realism and precision with...

Published: 11/06/2008

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781921361319

RRP: $49.95

Shack: In Praise of an Australian Icon

By Simon Griffiths

In Australia shacks have become our protest against the brick veneer, the place where we unwind on holiday, the workshop that feeds our soul.

Published: 25/10/2010

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781920989125

RRP: $39.95

Italian Joy

By Carla Coulson

Carla Coulson had it all, or so everyone told her – a glamorous inner-city apartment, a successful business and a designer wardrobe. One lonely Christmas Eve, however, she realised what was missing: excitement, work she was passionate about and, most of all, love. So, Carla packed up her life and boarded a plane.

Italy was her first port of call and became her true destination.

Published: 26/09/2005

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781920989217

RRP: $59.95

Grandiflora Arrangements

By Gary Heery & Saskia Havekes

According to Sydney florist Saskia Havekes, flowers are an essential part of our daily life. In this stunning compilation of over 100 arrangements, Saskia shows you how to bring the beauty of flowers into your own home, providing a wealth of ideas on choosing blooms, selecting vases, composing backdrops and designing your own superb floral creations.

Published: 02/04/2007

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781920989262

RRP: $59.95

Pippin Drysdale: Lines of Site

By Ted Snell

A major monograph on internationally renowned ceramic artist, Pippin Drysdale, written by Ted Snell. Pippin Drysdale: Lines of Site , situates Pippin within Australian and international visual culture of the last half century. The book is beautifully illustrated with over 60 colour and 40 black and white photographs of Pippin's works and working practices. It will be launched in tandem with a major...

Published: 18/06/2007

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781920731199

RRP: $49.95

Up Close: Carol Jerrems with Larry Clark, Nan Goldin and William Yang

By Natalie King

Published: 03/09/2010

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781863955010

RRP: $59.95

Abrolhos Islands Conversations

By Victor France

Seventy kilometres off Australia's west coast lie a series of barren-looking atolls called the Abrolhos Islands. The seasonal inhabitants of these islands came from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and, like many isolated communities, have developed close links. Working together as a community they have built schools, halls, churches and lifelong friendships. Working together in the crayfishing industry...

Published: 01/04/1999

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781863682619

RRP: $32.95

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Photography Essentials

By Mark Jenkinson

The price of high-quality digital cameras has come down greatly over the last few years . . . and film-based SLR cameras can be had for a song. So it's not surprising that the number of consumers with higher-end, complex cameras has skyrocketed. The problem lies in making use of those high-end features to produce high-quality photos. More and more consumers are discovering that a great camera doesn't...

Published: 13/06/2008

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781592577521

RRP: $34.95

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Canon EOS Digital Cameras

By Erik Sherman

So you got a new camera because you wanted to shoot some photos of the kids visiting Grandma on vacation, but you suddenly discovered that the photos you took are good. Really good. Is it your natural ability or the great features you've found on your Canon EOS... or both? Suddenly you're inspired to take all kinds of creative shots-from fabulous sunsets to the fascinating places you visit. But whatever...

Published: 02/04/2007

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781592576159

RRP: $32.95

Pugnation: The Bark is Back!

By Jim Dratfield

A decade after their debut, the pugs return for another adorable round of canine camera antics

Celebrity pet photographer Jim Dratfield captures quirky, bug-eyed pooches in all their silly splendor. Setting up his adorable subjects in the most unlikely of situations, Dratfield's portraits are full of whimsy and waggish charm. Artfully cute and delightfully comical, this series of shots that will have...

Published: 08/02/2010

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781592405046

RRP: $26.95

Complete Photographer

By Tom Ang

Master 10 genres of photography, with 20 top international photographers.

Published: 02/08/2010

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781405353311

RRP: $39.95

How to Photograph Absolutely Everything

By Tom Ang

This practical and comprehensive guide from renowned photographer, author, and broadcaster Tom Ang delivers exactly what the title promises. Avoiding intimidating technical jargon, he explains the basic elements of photography - light, colour, composition, and focus - then goes on to show how to make them work for you. From still lifes to children's parties, thunderstorms to sunsets, close-ups to panoramas...

Published: 04/05/2009

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781405333078

RRP: $39.95

New Manual of Photography: The Definitive Guide to Photography in Every Format (Fully Updated Edition)

By John Hedgecoe

The New Manual of Photography is the most up-to-date, comprehensive, and practical guide to the art of good photography. Authoritative yet easy to understand, it starts by telling you everything you need to know about cameras - from the theory of how they work, to the practical aspects of choosing the right digital or film camera for your specific needs. Next, guidance is given on the technical elements...

Published: 04/05/2009

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781405334761

RRP: $69.95

Digital Photography Masterclass: Advanced Photographic and Image-

By Tom Ang

Learn to take photos like a professional with Tom Ang's masterclass.

Join Tom Ang's masterclass for a one-on-one guide to every aspect of digital photography. You'll improve your skills, develop your eye and learn to take control of your camera.

Learn to take photos like a professional with Tom Ang's masterclass.

Join Tom Ang's masterclass for a one-on-one guide to every aspect of digital photography. You'll improve your skills, develop your eye...

Published: 02/06/2008

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781405315562

RRP: $39.95

Rainforest

By Marent Thomas

Now in paperback!

Follow the story. Live the experience. One man's photographic journey through the rainforests of the world. This popular reference is 16+ years in the making, packed with spectacular photographs from Thomas Marent, a self-taught photographer who has dedicated half his life to capturing images of rainforest life. Travel across 5 continents for an up-close view of the astonishing variety...