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Book Basil is proud to present The World's Greatest Black & White Photography 2, a limited-edition hardcover book that showcases the extraordinary artistry of contemporary photographers. Curated by the industry and featuring 'best of show' images from the 18th Black & White Spider Awards, this stunning volume features the international talents of Misha Gordin, Werner Branz, Kyriakos Kaziras, Nina Papiorek, Dianne Yudelson and more.
With just 1,000 copies available, this collector’s edition invites you to explore the power and beauty of monochrome photography, capturing profound moments of creativity, emotion and visual brilliance. Each meticulously selected image reflects the photographer's unique perspective, forming a breathtaking tribute to the art of black and white imagery.
Bound in a deluxe hardcover format, The World's Greatest Black & White Photography 2 is presented on luxurious silk paper, sewn and crafted to stand as a timeless work of art.
Edition of 1,000
Hardcover, silk paper, sewn
21 x 28.2 cm, 1.25 kg, 224 pages
The World's Greatest Black & White Photography 2
Pre-Order Now and Save 25% | Release Date: May 2025
USD $75 (price includes shipping)
"Truly amazing images."
- Conrad Hechter, Goldsmiths London


Centrifugal Force - Nina Papiorek, Germany

Slices - Andre Boto, Portugal

Starry Night - Adam Jahiel, USA

Metaphor - Guy Brooksbank, USA

Hidden Story - S.Baqer Alkamel, Bahrain

Fashion is Everywhere 2 - Dianne Yudelson, USA

Le Gre - Yevgeniy Repiashenko, Ukraine

Seavers Road - David Skernick, USA

Ascension - Nicholas Freeman, USA

Milan - Charles Ford, USA

New Year's Ceremony - Cain Shimizu, Japan

Max, Hancock Park LA - Robert Pearson, Czech Republic

Forgotten Nests - Charles Mifsud, Malta

Kathleen Dawson - Ian MacNicol, UK

Irish Tea - Neil L. Johnson, USA

Malaga Dragon - Frank Loddenkemper, Germany

Another World - Kyriakos Kaziras, France
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