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The birth of modern photography - Brassai, Capa, Kertesz, Moholy-Nagy and Munkasci radically changed the face of photojournalism and art photography between the two world wars. This stunning book examines the way in which these five photographers established Hungary as the centre of art photography at the time and the influence they have had on succeeding generations of photographers. Illustrated with all of their major works and with essays by leading authorities in the field this book is a landmark in the study of modern photography.

Exploring bold new strategies of representation – computer manipulation, retouching, photomontage, found imagery and methods of veiling and disguising – the artists here present provocative faces to the world that are sometimes alluring, sometimes touching, sometimes frightening, but never less than riveting.

Whether Gillian Wearing’s masked self-portrait, Aziz + Cucher’s neutral façades, Lawick Müller’s composite portrait of a couple, Cindy Sherman’s disquieting disguises or Orlan’s disturbing experiments with cosmetic surgery, these faces demand our attention.

It is a long-held truism that 'the camera does not lie'. Yet, as Mia Fineman argues in this illuminating volume, that statement contains its own share of untruth. While modern technological innovations, such as Adobe's Photoshop software, have accustomed viewers to more obvious levels of image manipulation, the practice of "doctoring" photographs has in fact existed since the medium was invented. In "Faking It", Fineman demonstrates that today's digitally manipulated images are part of a continuum that begins with the earliest years of photography, encompassing methods as diverse as overpainting, multiple exposure, negative retouching, combination printing, and photomontage. Among the book's revelations are previously unknown and never before published images that document the acts of manipulation behind two canonical works of modern photography: one blatantly fantastical (Yves Klein's "Leap into the Void" of 1960); the other a purportedly unadulterated record of a real place in time (Paul Strand's "City Hall Park" of 1915). Featuring 160 captivating pictures created between the 1840s and 1990s in the service of art, politics, news, entertainment, and commerce, "Faking It" provides an essential counterhistory of photography as an inspired blend of fabricated truths and artful falsehoods.

Celebrities rule the modern world, and close behind them are the paparazzi, fuelling the media’s endless fascination with the rich and famous, while they themselves keep a low profile.

Bruno Mouron and Pascal Rostain are respected photo-reporters, based in Paris but ready to go anywhere for a scoop. They began working together in the late 1970s as contributors to the magazine Paris Match, and by 1986 they had set up a formal partnership, founding the agency Sphinx. Over the decades, they have honed the instincts required to catch the moment when a glance, a pose and a setting are most perfectly matched, capturing movie stars and models, rock stars and royalty.

From London to Paris, Hollywood to Cannes, here is a star-studded selection of those who live their lives in the spotlight, sometimes welcoming the camera, sometimes pursued by it.

Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly, Michael Jackson and Kate Moss are among the iconic faces glimpsed in encounters that can be intimate, witty or confrontational. Spontaneity and immediacy are everything, with the blur of movement or the drama of tight close-ups contributing to the creation of some truly memorable shots that could never have been planned in advance.

Packed with striking black-and-white images that hark back to the golden age of photo-journalism, famous challenges us to recognize and celebrate a fresh frame of reference through which great photography can be judged.

Dutch photographer Anton Corbijn was long a hot tip among insiders of the pop scene and the recording industry. His first book, now available again, catapulted him into the limelight and made him the much sought after and celebrated lensman of rock and pop that he is today.

Fashion and music have long shared a powerful mutual attraction: from the Sex Pistols to Madonna, Kylie Minogue to Lady Gaga, fashion has consistently amplified our understanding of the band (and in many cases the brand) – fuelling the fantasy, giving context to the sound and adding depth to artists’ wider agendas.

From pop videos to editorial shoots, via the evolution of some of the industry’s most significant and era-defining pairings/collaborations, this book focuses on the power of fashion as a make-or-break tool within the music industry’s creative process – making it an essential reference point for anyone interested in fashion’s role as a medium with which to innovate, communicate and build enduring brands.
About the Author

Katie Baron is a London-based writer, editor, creative consultant and global Head of Retail (insights and innovations) for trend-forecasting, research and advisory agency Stylus. She has contributed to The Times, Volt, Hole & Corner, 125, Dazed & Confused, Vogue, Luxure, experimental fashion broadcaster SHOWstudio, and regularly speaks at fashion-tech forum, Decoded Fashion. She is also a founder member of the London College of Fashion's future-scoping think-tank, Digital Anthroplogy Laboratory, and author of Stylists: New Fashion Visionaries (Laurence King Publishing).

Contents:

1. B. Akerlund

Artists: Madonna, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Laleh.

2. William Baker

Artists: Kylie Minogue.

3. Judy Blame

Artists: Boy George, Neneh Cherry, Massive Attack, Björk, Iggy Pop, Baaba Maal. 

4. Jeffrey Bryant

Artists: Pet Shop Boys, Goldfrapp, Lady Gaga, Duran Duran, Marina & The Diamonds,

5. Es Devlin

Artists: Pet Shop Boys, Kanye West, Lily Allen, Miley Cyrus (note most are for set only). Now working on staging the next three Louis Vuitton fashion shows.

6. Franc Fernandez

Artists: Lady Gaga, Scissor Sisters, Sam Sparro, Fischerspooner.

7. Nicola Formichetti

Artists: Lady Gaga, Brooke Candy, Color Code (J-Pop).

8. Jean-Paul Goude

Artists: Grace Jones.

9. Andrea Lieberman

Artists: P-Diddy, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Shirley Manson,

10. Anastasia Marano

Artists: MIA, Azalea Banks, Usher, Taylor Momsen, Santigold.

11. Jordan Mooney

Artists: Sex Pistols, Adam and the Ants

12. Arianne Phillips

Artists: Madonna, Lenny Kravitz, Courtney Love.

13. Antony Price

Artists: Roxy Music, Rolling Stones, Duran Duran.

14. Michael Schmidt

Artists: Cher, Debbie Harry, Tina Turner, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Aerosmith. 

15. Jo & Pat Skinny

Artists: Blur, Pulp, Suede, Republica, The Longpigs

16. Stevie Stewart

Artists: Bodymap era to Kylie Minogue, Britney Spears, Girls Aloud. 

17. Jenke-Ahmed Tailly

Artists: Beyoncé.

18. Johnny Wujek

Artists: Katy Perry

19. Kansai Yamamoto

Artists: David Bowie, Lady Gaga.

This book traces the history of fashion photography from its origins. Approximately 500 illustrations chart its birth and development in the 1930s and 1940s, its rebirth in the period following the Second World War, British Style in the Sixties, then the Seventies and Eighties, right up to the present day. The volume concludes with an index of photographers.

Along with Visconti and Rossellini, Fellini established the fame of Italian cinema. His subject is the life and dreams of ordinary folks, musicians, carnies, and clowns. Fellini biographer Tullio Kezich presents all 23 films, with texts, film stills, partly unpublished set photographs, and sketches by Fellini who was not only a master filmmaker but a gifted caricaturist.

It all began in Maranello, a small town south of Modena, Italy, where Enzo Ferrari created a make of car that would conquer the realm of automobile enthusiasts for a long time to come. A love for Ferrari lasts a lifetime: anyone who has entered the magic triangle of power, speed, and beauty under the sign of the prancing horse remains captivated.

Ferrari fascination: the aim of this updated edition is to convey a little of its allure to the reader and the viewer. This book presents the long series of models in chronological order, from the Spider Touring of 1948 to the new LaFerrari of 2013.

With 424 pages, more than 550 photographies, and an abundance of information, the exciting text consolidates the total picture.

Few brands conjure up the same status as Ferrari. Finely engineered for both beauty and performance, these evocative automobiles are true works of art - designed for the discerning, and priced for the privileged. This book of fine photography showcases the work of Günther Raupp, long linked to the prestigious marque. Mr. Raupp has photographed the Ferrari calendar for 25 years now. He lovingly handpicks his greatest work over the decades for this exciting showcase of legendary vehicles. Punchy, informative text leads us into thrilling shots that highlight the dynamism and fine detailing of each unique model. Piero Ferrari, son of the legendary Ferrari founder Enzo Ferrari, has written the foreword.

* Featuring background information and technical details of each car
* Endorsed by Ferrari - a must-have for all auto aficionados and design enthusiasts
* Foreword by Piero Ferrari

No name in the automobile industry evokes as much glamour as Ferrari.

From its inception as a motor-racing team in the late 1920s to its position today as one of the world’s leading car manufacturers, Ferrari has produced some of the most alluring machines ever to grace both the racetrack and the road. Now in an unabridged compact edition, this beautifully presented book showcases 40 of the most significant Ferraris from the marque’s history. Featuring an engaging study of the company’s development, concise descriptions of each car’s background, design and performance, and unrivalled images by an internationally renowned car photographer, Ferrari Legends is a spectacular celebration of the passion and brilliance behind this coveted marque.

_New compact edition of this bestselling title, featuring many of the most seductive and influential Ferraris ever produced
_Features biographies of the key designers, a full technical glossary, and details of where the cars may be seen worldwide
_An indispensable reference for all Ferrari enthusiasts

In 1945, Enzo Ferrari, the onetime director of Scuderia Ferrari, Alfa Romeo’s fabled racing program, emerged from Alfa’s shadow to create his own legend. Out of the rubble of World War II, Ferrari established an auto works whose products would surpass anything before seen. Demand for handcrafted racing cars in postwar Italy, however, was slight. At the urging of a former colleague, Ferrari found a profitable niche for his creations in America – which still remains Ferrari’s biggest market.

Now esteemed automotive journalist, historian, and photographer Dennis Adler presents Ferrari: The Road from Maranello – the stunningly illustrated story of one of the most coveted and recognized automobile lines in the world. Written with the full cooperation of the Ferrari works, this sumptuous book is illuminated throughout with more than 200 color and one hundred fifty archival black-and-white photos, some of which have never before been published. Featured are many legendary Ferraris from road and track: the Tipo 125, Ferrari’s debut production racer; the Farina Cabriolet, the first Ferrari for consumers; the 212 coupe (the Inter); the 365 GTB/4 Daytona; the 312 series cars that dominated world endurance racing in the early 1970s; the incomparable Testa Rossa and Berlinetta Boxer series; the brutally powerful F50, “the fastest road car ever”; and Ferrari’s Grand Prix and Formula One cars, driven by champions from Alberto Ascari to Niki Lauda to Michael Schumacher.

Chronicled in interviews with racing legends including Dan Gurney, Carroll Shelby, and Phil Hill, as well as renowned Ferrari designers Sergio Pininfarina, Sergio Scaglietti, and many others is the fascinating history of Ferrari through its successes and failures, setbacks and triumphs. Here are first-person stories of legendary battles pitting Ferrari against Ford, Porsche, and other marques on race circuits from Monaco and Monza to Daytona and Le Mans.

Stylishly written and highlighted by magnificent photography, Ferrari is a fitting tribute to the ultimate expressions of automotive excellence.

Formerly considered a taboo, images of fetishism have been more than willingly embraced by today’s mass-culture and are omnipresent in high fashion and music videos, usually in a softened form. But what does “real” fetishism look like? From latex to leather, silk and satin, stilettos, fishnets and handcuffs – this book presents the many facets of contemporary fetish photography.85 photographers have staged the interplay between the imagination and the object. The result is an exciting and inspiring visual journey that proves that imagination is the foundation of all eroticism. Those who expect only pornography will be disappointed. Instead, photographers from all over the world offer a multitude of approaches.

The glossy volume is complemented by an index valuable to all readers who wish to find out more about fetishism or the work of the featured artists. It includes contact info to all the photographers, their websites and more. Indispensable to anyone who’s interested in fetishism and cutting-edge photography.

An exciting journey into the realm of the imagination.

Although full technical data for each photograph is given, the real fascination of the book lies in Joe Cornish’s explanations of the thought process that went into creating each of these wonderful photographs, many of which were captured after careful planning, while others were created by taking advantage of an unexpected opportunity or a moment of sudden inspiration. These fluent and very personal accounts are full of practical advice on subjects ranging from anticipating changes in the weather to the use of filters in order to capture colour as the eye sees it when, unfiltered, the film might show something very different. Above all, Joe Cornish succeeds in conveying his infectious love of landscape and in giving his readers a fascinating insight into the way in which he approaches his work. For all, amateur or professional who aspire to follow in the author’s footsteps, First, Light will be both a source of inspiration and an invaluable manual of practice.

A stunning visual celebration of the world's aircraft and the pioneers who made a dream become a reality.

Introducing Flight - a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring aviation over a period of one hundred years, from the earliest aeroplane prototypes to today's supersonic jets, this all-encompassing book about aeroplanes takes you on an action-packed flight to explore some of the greatest commercial and military aircraft ever made.

So fasten your seatbelt and prepare for takeoff as DK takes you on a journey to explore:
-Spectacular photographs and evocative archive images from the Smithsonian collection capture the most memorable events in the history of flight
-300 profiles showcase iconic aircrafts, providing key facts
-Offers a clear and compelling account of aviation history in short, self-contained episodes

Explore stunning photographic galleries of planes, helicopters, and airships, each accompanied by its vital statistics. From the Wright brothers' first powered flight to Concorde's final voyage, Flight takes you sky-high, swooping you through world aviation history. Featuring spectacular photography of iconic aircraft, this book also recounts the feats of pioneers, trailblazers, and jet test pilots, and traces the technological developments so important to aviation's progress.

Memorable moments of aerial warfare and record-breaking flights are recalled alongside more than 250 profiles of innovative aircraft in this book packed with flight facts for the aviation enthusiast. The human experience of flying is documented too, and historical quotes give a glimpse into the thoughts and ambitions of key figures in flight history.

A must-have volume for anyone interested in aircraft, whether a gift or a self-purchase, Flight is an all-encompassing airplane book that has something for everyone to love and enjoy. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will be captivated by DK's Flight- a comprehensive and beautifully presented guide to the story of flight.

Explore speed, power and style as you jet across the world with your new-found knowledge on all things aviation!

About the Author:

R.G. Grant trained as a historian at Oxford University. He then worked as a language teacher in Paris and Lisbon before returning home to become a writer. He has written extensively in the fields of military history, general history, current affairs, and biography.