The Making Of A Photography Book With Alan Schaller
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- In this episode we travel to Verona, Italy, and filmed the process of making my book ‘Metropolis’ with EBS Editoriale Bortolazzi Stei, who have previously printed for Henri Cartier-Bresson, Annie Leibovitz, Sebastião Salgado, Peter Lindbergh and Elliot Erwitt among many other photographers. I hope you enjoy!
Fabulous work directing as always by Biz Thompson.
Published by TeNeues.
Link to find out more and purchase: www.teneues.co...
Benny Hill with a camera!
Hahahaha, totally British 😅
lol 😂😂😂😂
😂 😅 ❤
Congrats Alan on the first book.. Your work in print will be something that so many will enjoy for years to come. Thank you
congratulations on the book! Its the final destination for all great photography
Well deserved, Mr. Schaller. I´ve just ordered your book. Greetings from Brazil.
Sold! If your photography alone didn't make me want to pick it up already, the details and care in the printing process definitely put the final nail in the coffin... Thanks for sharing this story and congrats!
Which is the whole point of the video 😅
First thing tomorrow: I'll call my favourite bookstore in Munich (Buch & Töne) and order a fresh copy of your book, Alan. Great idea to show the process of really making such a book.
You, through your video collection, have done something I never thought possible. I have been a press snapper for around 30 years. Now at 67, I want more out of my work, and you have shown me how to relax and take pictures. Thank you so much. (I'm buying the book!)
I really love the way you present your skills to us, so refreshing and funny, but worth to watch and worth to learn from. Thank you Alan.
Just bought the book Alan. I didn't really appreciate how big and heavy it was. It's great. The images, although familiar from following your work, just take on a new dimension now that I can see them so excellently printed in your book. One downside though. I need to carry it in my bag now every time I'm walking up and down the South Bank on the off chance of running into you again so that I can whip it out with a pen and you can sign it for me 🙂
I got my copy in New York early in December 2023. It is fantastic Alan. Well done! The face profile of a man reflected in a double-glass window of a train in the south of France (p. 109) is a masterpiece.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of the printing process of this great book, which is super exciting and very informative.
This book is something very special!
You're allowed to be overwhelmed. You should be overwhelmed. Just beautiful.
Just bought METROPOLIS today - after having to wait for the SECOND PRINT to arrive! Sounds like success. And well deserved!
Funny thing: on the way to the bookstore (Buch & Töne in Munich, highly recommended!) there was some perfect "Schallerlight" and I clicked away with my NIKON plus 50mm lens. Rather deep early afternoon sun reflecting in wet sidewalks: perfect. So I "created" a new German verb: Ich habe einige Fotos "geschallert" ;-))). (= trying to shoot like Alan). 2-3 turned out quite fine.
And the book? Pity I saw about a third of the pics already here on YT. Seeing them for first time in glorious print with those RICH blacks, would have been even better. The surprise-wow-effect was a bit lost for me... just saying. Great work, Alan!
METROPOLIS is an impressive "low key bible" - but I must say that sometimes I prefer the lighter tones in it. What I missed: a good portrait of the artist! The distorted mirror ceiling image is cool, but here you can learn from the late Vivian Maier. Don't be shy, create an interesting self portrait for the next book. Please!
Brilliant episode and stunning book, loved every minute of this!
Congrats Alan ! Annie, Peter, Sebastião, Henri, Peter and now Alan : impressive ! Congratulations for your excellent work. I look forward to get a copy of this book that will become a best seller, for sure. Pre ordered on Amazon 🙏
Thanks very much ❤
I love seeing your enthusiasm around your own work and street photography! Very inspiring!
Did not know I would be mesmerized by the process of printing a book, but here I am!
Well one of your books is coming to Melbourne Australia! Congrats can't wait to see your book..
As a black and white photographer, and that i have you as one of my favorite photographers, i couldn't watch this video without being moved. If it had been me, I'm sure I would have shed a tear of emotion... while watching the birth of my book (!!!) 😊
Just pre-ordered mine.
love this video, only the Italians could turn printing into a romantic experience. Happy Birthday AS 🎉
Beautiful. The book, the printing process, the photography. Wow.
Today I received my copy of this book after watching this video. I have to say that the images in the book are absolutely jaw dropping. A computer screen does not do them justice and that they absolutely must be viewed in printed form. Everyone interested in black and white photography should get this.
“You don't take a photograph, you make it.”
~Ansel Adams
I do love your street art, Alan....since ages.
Just got the book, now seen how it's made....awesome.
I caught the last copy in Zurich yesterday. My absolute favorite photo book. Congratulations on this masterpiece and many thanks Alan!!
Congratulations Alan. It is magnificent achievement. I adore th smell of print and the weight of a substantial document and I vrey much look forward to holding a copy. Bravo!
Pre Ordered, thank you Alan for showing the process of the book making. It truly is an artistic collaboration between the photographer and the book printer. Can't wait to have it in my hands. Cheers!
Congrats, Alan... you are such a talented person and a huge inspiration for me and for thousands of photographers. I wish you all the best and can't wait to have one print of this book at home. Cheers and hope you are well.
Much appreciated 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Congratulations Alan,! Thanks for showing us a behind the scenes look at printing.
What a great experience this must have been!
Hey Alan. I've been inspired by your work since way back before Covid, have been part of several of your Leica virtual talks and classes and always wondered why you didn't have your images in book form. I just ordered Metropolis and now have about 30 days to buy a coffee table. Congratulations on the book it looks beautiful!
I get emotional seeing may work in a print! After 8 yrs of collating for a book must be just magical! Congrats! Im buying a copy for sure!!
Absolutely loved this video, seeing the the process behind the printing process and ink used for Helmut Newton’s & Salgado’s books was just gold.
Great stuff! I never thought of mixing black with a grey Pantone. I'd only go with the basic thought of mixing black with a percentage of magenta or cyan... or magenta's and cyan... and probably even yellow to get a rich black in the end. Of course, these smart guys came up with a Grey Pantone that usually has a warmer tone (reddish) or a cooler toned (blueish). Meaning: their grey already has a (probably) warmer tone mostly got from magenta. Nice!
Again, great video. Alan's attention for detail even noticed their sprinklers to make this even more interesting 😊👌
6:52 😂🤣😂 "... Saints have savory snacks"? 😂🤣😂
Been loving these videos. So well edited, light, funny, and I learn something with each one.
Thanks Alan for sharing the process of your book it was very interesting the holy grail of printing. So when you were going through the printing process you were looking for a blacks and whites also Grays that match the old school of photography for your books brilliant 👌👍🎈📷
Now I want one absolutely !!
Awesome insight into such an exclusive process
Wow! Congrats Alan for the book. It will prove to be one of the top inspirations for photographers around the world.
Amazing Allan!! Very much talent...and very much joy too!! Saludos desde México!
This inside look at the print shop was incredible. I’m never gonna look at a photography book at my local used book store the same again 😮
Some of the greatest photographers in in world are total bores when they produce UA-cam content. Alan you are brilliant. People who aren't even photographers will enjoy this. I thought watching a printing press would be boring, but this was wonderful.
Fascinating process! I just pre ordered mine. Can’t wait…Well done Alan and a very Happy Birthday!
Very interesting! Congratulations with the book!
Happy belated birthday, Alan. Thanks for sharing this story and congrats!
My late father was a photographer and a printer. I would have loved to show him this episode!
Awesome look at the BTS process. Just ordered a copy and look forward to taking a look at more of your work in print.
I ordered this magnificent book and it is really a source of inspiration for any photographer. If you come to Paris or better to Compiegne, I would be happy to bring it back to you to sign it.
It’s not cheap but maybe this is the price of the quality. Anyway with few prints, maybe 5 or 10 prints in 24x30cm the price could more acceptable.
Brilliant video Alan, had no idea of the printing process, I bet it was a fascinating visit. Congratulations on the book and happy birthday! 🥳🍷🍰🎉
WOW I got chills watching the process! Amazing work Alan! Can't wait to see the book!!
I just started watching Alan. From the work I have seen. I love it.
Just pre-ordered my copy of your new book. I can't wait to get it! Thanks Alan. I really enjoy your work and look forward to seeing more videos from you.
Unbelievably fine book. I feel incredibly fortunate to have purchased a copy. Thank you!
This was amazing, Alan.
Wow 😮. Amazing testament to your level of work and dedication to your creativity. Well done Alan.
Enjoyed the video immensely, and have pre-ordered your book immediately. Congrats!
Thanks very much 🙏🏼
Just a follow up - the book is superb and arrived early via Amazon. Great work@@alan_schaller!
Very interesting! Thank You for this.
It looks great! Congrats Alan
Just ordered my copy and can't wait to get it. Your work has been the inspiration that drove me into the Leica monochrom space and I can't thank you enough for sharing your talent. If you happen to pass by Rome (which happens to be the the most Italian place on the planet, aside from any happenstance trademarks...) I'd love to offer you an aperitivo, or a lunch, or simply a handshake.
Magnificent! Especially intrigued by the gray tones uniquely formulated for each photographer. How did you arrive at YOUR color (7:00)? Was it a process of looking at test strips printed on your choice of paper stock? Swatches in a book? Or...?
Amazing work... super interesting video. Respect!
Hi, Alan.
Excellent video, my friend.
This was 25 years my profession, I was a printer.
Thank you very much.
Wow! Never thought that much work goes into printing a book. Thank you for taking us behind the scene. Looking forward to get a copy!
This is awesome. I love seeing behind the scenes videos like this.
I look forward to purchasing your book. Thank you.
great to see the printing process, I've got one on order
Congratulations on the book and great to see your father at the end of the clip. As a father (and grandfather) myself, I know how proud he must be of you and your accomplished career.
Very kind of you. Thank you
A Massive Congratulations on your first published book ,its a must buy for me ,and a fascinating insight on how its gets put together 😊
I am so glad I am getting this.
Congratulations on the book Alan. It’s awesome that you busted your arse taking these great photos, but you chose to focus on the printer, when promoting your book. We are fortunate that you are young and can look forward to a few more books in the future and hopefully multiple global workshop tours.
Congratulations on your new book! Amazing work and an amazing process to get it published!
Congratulations! Thank you for the behind the scenes look at the publishing process.
I am definitely buying this book. Congratulations Alan 🎉
Loved this. Would love to get to this point someday.
Great video, and the book looks amazing!! Would love to see more on the selection and layout process 😊
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 bought your book, looking forward to it
Outstanding!
Thank you for making this channel. Your work is truly beyond amazing!!! And congratulations Alan.
I'm genuinely so happy to have found this channel!
holy moly, even you got a little emotional. That is amazing. So if I EVER print a book, it will be there :)
Interesting stuff, Alan. World class printing at it’s finest! Cheers!😊
Congratulations Alan! I have pre-ordered a copy from Amazon. Looking forward to receiving it. Hope to see more content in this your channel.
So pleased for you Alan , looks amazing . Will be ordering one . Thanks 🙏
Bravo Alan!
This was so fascinating as well as incredibly moving, both for Alan’s milestone and as in inside look at a great, traditional Italian company. Congratulations! I’ve placed an order and cannot wait to see, feel, and smell that beautiful book. (Oh, and quite incidentally, I viewed Alan’s current UA-cam series as well as looked back at his Leica [the company] videos and was inspired to purchase an M11 Monochrom this week. No book on the horizon, but plenty of great examples to learn from.) Grazie!
Congrats on the first book Alan, and what a beauty
I worked on Baileys posters and books. He used Greys etc. bygone era, thanks for bringing back some memories. I miss that smell of ink
And UV 😂
Loved watching this BTS 🫶 And now I know what to ask hubby to buy me for Christmas 🎁
Loved this Alan, as someone who has worked in design and print for 30 years. I hope one day I can produce a book to this standard, high quality. Love the channel, keep em coming 😁👍
Eagerly awaiting the 'camera bags of Alan Schaller' video. The man got taste.
Looks fabulous, I can’t wait to have the copy on my hands 🤩
Great work Alan🎉
Thanks very much
Well, if I ever needed proof that this world is wonderfully small and full of coincidences then I’ve just experienced it…
I had literally just finished watching this video (love your videos - keep them coming) and pre-ordering your book when I decided to go for a walk.
I wandered by chance into the area where London’s main Leica store is located.
Who do I cross paths with?
Alan Schaller!! 💥💥
You’re a super nice guy!! Thank you for the wonderful chat! Love your photography - find it equally inspiring and mesmerising.
I’m really looking forward to Metropolis.
Once I have the book in my hands I’ll find a way of getting it signed. 😉
Here’s to coincidences and crossing paths with wonderful people!
Just ordered a copy. Looking forward to seeing it! Love the work, Alan.
Very cool to see the manufacturing process of your own book. Great stuff! Cheers.
What a fascinating insight into what is involved with high end printing. I can't wait to get hold of your book and enjoy the images. Bravo!
I bought Metropolis for my enjoyment and inspiration. Thanks Allan.
Congrats! Just preordered the book!
Congrats on the book. My copy is flying from Poland to Miami as I type this. I can't wait to get it later in the week. Love your work.
Where did you order yours? I see on amazon reviews people complain of poor packaging and books being damaged during shipping
I ordered mine from Amazon UK and yes it was damaged due to poor packaging. The top spine was crushed as well as a large dent on the front cover. I was not pleased but that's not Alan's fault. It was Amazon trying to save on poor packaging. @@maxxpert
a great moment, your book. Look forward, seeing more! I love books, magazines and zines! Yet internet main place to read! All the best! happy Birthday! I see video on UA-cam! Bigger and better! I comment on laptop! Bravo!
Fantastic !
Superb. What talent and on top of that a fabulously entertaining video.