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Best Individual Photographer Monographs

Harry Benson: Persons of Interest
Harry Benson is the author of 16 books including Harry Benson: Photographs (powerHouse Books, 2009), Bobby Fischer (powerHouse Books, 2011), and with Hilary Geary Ross, New York, New York (powerHouse Books, 2011, and Palm Beach People (powerHouse Books, 2014). Harry marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the civil rights. movement, photographed the Watts Riots, was embedded in the Gulf War, and was next to Senator Robert Kennedy when he was assassinated. He has photographed countless luminaries including Muhammed Ali, Sir Winston Churchill, Jackie Kennedy, President Charles de Gaulle, Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, Elizabeth Taylor, Jack Nicholson, Andy. Warhol, Francis Bacon, Kate Moss, and the British Royal Family, including a. private sitting with Queen Elizabeth II in Buckingham Palace.There have been 40. gallery/museum solo exhibitions of his work, and sixteen books of his. photographs have been published.
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"Another hit-it-out-of-the-ballpark book by Benson, one of the world's most respected photojournalists."
"Wonderful addition to my collector's art books."
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Vivian Maier: Street Photographer
A good street photographer must be possessed of many talents: an eye for detail, light, and composition; impeccable timing; a populist or humanitarian outlook; and a tireless ability to constantly shoot, shoot, shoot, shoot and never miss a moment. It is hard enough to find these. qualities in trained photographers with the benefit of schooling and mentors and a community of fellow artists and aficionados supporting and rewarding their efforts. "Her work alternately brings to mind Lisette Model, Leon Levinstein, Harry Callahan, Garry Winogrand, Weegee, Helen Levitt and Robert Frank. - The New York Times Style Magazine “An undiscovered artist whose photography is now being compared to the giants, a reclusive woman who, in death, is attracting the kind of attention and acclaim she would have shunned in life.” -The Huffington Post. "A combination of straight forward portraits, mirrored reflections and abstract self-portrayals, the collection...attempts to put a face to the name that's most recently captured the photography world's attention" -The Huffington Post.
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"what beautiful pictures, this can be enjoyed over and over."
"Such an awesome book about an amazing photographer."
"interesting seeing the her world through her eyes."
"Additionally the copy is virtually unreadable since the text size is not changeable nor do those pages zoom."
"Not a huge fan of the sepia tones applied to the photos, but I was expecting this based on other reviews."
"Amazing book that really captures the essence of this complicated photographer."
"The photos are generally full page, very clear, and are of the quality that could be framed."
"I saw the movie and was amazed by Vivian Maier's story - You can look at them over and over again - just wish there were more of her photographs - love the use of the blank page."
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Irving Penn: Centennial
Lively essays acquaint readers with Penn’s primary subjects and campaigns, including early documentary scenes and imagery; portraits; fashion; female nudes; peoples of Peru, Dahomey (Benin), New Guinea, and Morocco; still lifes; and much more. "This stunning catalogue to the Met’s centennial exhibition draws out art historical connections within Penn’s authoritative, meticulously composed, nuanced oeuvre.
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"Irving Penn is without question one of the most influential photographers to ever pick up a camera and personally, I don't think this book could have come at a more perfect time. Irving Penn was born in 1917 so 2017 marks the 100 year mark from Irving's birth, hence the name Irving Penn: Centennial. I own most of Irving Penn's previous books and there is no question about it, this is the best Irving Penn book released to date. It combines all of the great Penn pieces one would hope would be in a book like this, but best of all, it also has material that has never been published before so for those like me that already own most of Penn's previous books, there is still a legitimate reason for purchasing this book. Bottom line - This book should be considered an absolute must buy by anyone that enjoys Irving Penn's work or anyone that has a serious collection of photography art books. This is also the perfect book for people that aren't familiar with Penn's work as again, this is without question the best Irving Penn book released to date."
"It's the best book on Irving Penn's work to date."
"I's say about half the photos in the book (those portraits) are truly compelling - the remainder may have seemed interesting at the time, but would struggle to find an audience on Instagram today."
"Beautiful book, and terrific price!"
"This is the best Penn retrospective book ever published."
"Each photo is Mesmerizing."
"A great comprehensive collection of photos at a great price."
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Best Travel with Pets

Shop Cats of New York
Popular cat blogger Tamar Arslanian and Instagram pet photographer Andrew Marttila capture these deeply loved and well cared for animals in their city habitat and reveal how they came to reign over their urban kingdoms. “For Manhattanites (and those in the no-longer-outer boroughs), Andrew Marttila’s photographs of SHOP CATS OF NEW YORK, written by Tamar Arslanian, is proof that friendly felines are the best distraction when the world seems primed to topple off its axis.” (The New York Times). “Every New York cat lover has a favorite local shop cat (four of the felines in this book prowl shops in my Brooklyn neighborhood); now their star power goes nationwide!” (USA Today). “Whether greeting customers, reviewing inventory, or keeping on top of finances by sleeping across the credit card reader, the utterly endearing stars of Shop Cats of New York prove that felines make the best companions and coworkers.” (Francesco Marciuliano author of I Could Pee On This: And Other Poems By Cats). “Tamar Arslanian has collected the stories of many of N.Y.C.’s working cats for the book Shop Cats of New York, which features stunning photos of the subjects from Andrew Marttila.
Reviews
"great book for cat fanatics."
"A perfect gift!"
"Super cute and interesting."
"Beautiful photos and lovely stories shared of each of the shop cats."
"As a New Yorker, and a Brooklynite, I love the fact that I have actually seen some of the cats in this book in person!"
"Nice job on this!"
"I love cats so I just had to read this book from my hometown New York."
"Beautifully done and well written."
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Best Individual Photographer Books

Obama: An Intimate Portrait
Relive the extraordinary Presidency of Barack Obama through White House photographer Pete Souza's behind-the-scenes images and stories in this #1 New York Times bestseller--with a foreword from the President himself. During Barack Obama's two terms, Pete Souza was with the President during more crucial moments than anyone else--and he photographed them all. "The book, which distills the 1.9 million photographs that Souza took of Obama's eight years in the White House down to about 300 images, it as once warm and nostalgic, worshipful and respectful, sad and wistful-in a sense, not so different from the framed JFK portraits that everyday Americans hung in living rooms, right through the Nixon administration. In conveying both the weight of the office and President Obama's full engagement with its demands, Souza fuels our admiration--and stokes our regret.
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"I'd like to say up front here that this is one of those reviews where I am struggling so hard to put thoughts into words, because of how many thoughts I have, and how difficult it is for me to express them. He was funny and personable, and every time I heard him speak I felt suddenly prouder and more patriotic. Because all the rest of that time I wasted being blind and hateful. I'm not really the kind that normally runs off to scrounge around for books they can't afford, but this is the second photography book of the Obamas I've done so for, and it captured my heart as much the second time, as it did the first. UPDATE: Thanks to so many of the kind, heartwarming offers, I have received a copy of this book."
"Well, I guess it is the idea of the unconditional love that I have personally felt by dogs.....and the fact that it least in my mind that is what our former President and First Lady gave us for 8 years. I pray that someday Obama haters or hopefully their children will view the pictures in this “must have” Obama memorabilia and appreciate not only the historical significance of this man to US and world history but also feel his unconditional love of America ; its history, culture and people in every page."
"Obama wasn't perfect, but seeing his two-term administration, not riddled by scandal or buffoonery, captured in this historic volume brought tears to my eyes."
"As I thumb through the pages, I realize how much of my vision of President Obama was formed by the photographs of special moments captured by Souza."
"In capturing the defining moments of the Obama presidency, Mr. Souza has given the common citizen a personal, vulnerable look into the remarkable 8-year tenure of the 44th president."
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Best Individual Photographer Essays

Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey Through America's National Parks
In Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey Through America's National Parks, photographer QT Luong pays tribute to the millions of acres of protected wilderness in our country's 59 national parks. Includes: Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Badlands National Park, Big Bend National Park, Biscayne National Park, Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Channel Islands National Park, Congaree National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Death Valley National Park, Denali National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Glacier National Park, Glacier Bay National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Great Basin National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Haleakala National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hot Springs National Park, Isle Royale National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Katmai National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Kobuk Valley National Park, Lake Clark National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, National Park of American Samoa, North Cascades National Park, Olympic National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Redwood National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Saguaro National Park, Sequoia National Park, Shenandoah National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Virgin Islands National Park, Voyageurs National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Wrangell - St Elias National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park. "The centennial of the National Park Service has been the occasion of exhibits, documentaries, presidential proclamations, and many books. "Treasured Lands is the culmination of a multi-decade effort that showcases the national parks in all their natural splendor and diversity. " The book not only serves as a marvelous example of what this talented photographer has accomplished after many years exploring some of the most beautiful places in America, but it also acts as a guide for his fellow photographers who may want to travel to the parks too. It's a must-have for fans of landscape photography in particular and lovers of the National Parks in general." "Treasured Lands is the single-most monumental literary achievement during a year that brimmed with words and pictures dedicated to the centennial of the National Park Service . "If you're a fan of our National Parks and want the best book about them yet to be published, I recommend you beat a path to your bookstore and buy it." - David DuChemin, Craft & Vision "The book I would have loved to have when I was dreaming of visiting America's National Parks. "Treasured Lands is a book that celebrates the National Park Service centennial, but it goes much beyond that anniversary. It captures the 59 "national parks" in their various moods in all seasons of the year, and is certain to lead you to add mightily to your to-do list in the parks."
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"He saw the parks with a fresh eye and presents his own unique visual experiences of the parks."
"I am so impressed with QT Luong's photographic skills and determination to undertake and complete this project and share it with the world."
"How unbelievably fortunate are we that someone cared enough to protect these precious places."
"Very clear explanations are provided by QT Luong regarding when and how the photographs were taken, including maps of each park that show the locations of the photos."
"As one who has traveled to 50 of our National Parks, Monuments, and Historic Sites (so far), I am thoroughly enjoying reminiscing of past trips through these beautiful pictures and planning my next adventures."
"I will enjoy looking through this book for weeks."
"have seen this photographers work on display and loved the pictures."
"fastastic info on the national parks with superb photos."
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