Istanbul Travel Guide and Photo Book (Hardcover)

Finally available in print: hold the beauty of Istanbul in your hands

After countless messages asking, “When can I get a physical copy of the Istanbul photobook?” I've finally found the right print partner. Someone who understands what a photo book should be, keeping the price affordable. The digital version has been brilliant, but there's something rather special about turning actual pages, isn't there?

This physical photo book showcases over 130 carefully selected images across 150 pages, capturing Istanbul's magical blend of East and West. Each photograph comes with the technical bits for my fellow camera enthusiasts (shooting information, camera settings, etc). You will also find personal stories to transport you to the moments when I pressed the shutter.
It's the perfect companion to my Istanbul travel video on YouTube.

I've wrestled with the sustainability question of print vs digital. While the digital version remains the more environmentally friendly option (and continues to receive lifetime updates), there's an undeniable permanence to print that resonates with many of us. A book doesn't require a charged battery or an internet connection. It sits on your shelf, ready to transport you to Istanbul whenever you need an escape.

Istanbul captured my heart in ways I hadn't expected. The call to prayer echoing across rooftops at dawn, the steam rising from a tulip-shaped glass of çay handed to me by a shopkeeper, the way sunlight dances across the Bosphorus at the magic hour. These moments changed how I see photography's capability to capture not just visuals but feelings.

This Istanbul photobook is my attempt to share that experience with you. Whether planning your trip, reminiscing about past visits, or simply exploring the world through photography, I hope these images transport you.

For the collector and the passionate

Let's talk about the elephant in the room: printing a photo book properly isn't cheap. When I first inquired, a known publisher quoted £106.80 per copy (plus shipping!) for my desired specification. After much negotiation and finding the right partner, I've managed to bring that down considerably. Though it remains an investment piece rather than an impulse purchase.

This book isn't a quick print-on-demand product: each publication is carefully checked before shipping to ensure it meets my standards. As someone who's been disappointed by poorly printed photography books in the past, I promised myself I wouldn't put my name on anything less than excellent.

This hardcover edition features:

• Museum-quality photographic paper that renders colours exactly as I saw them
• Carefully sequenced images that take you on a narrative journey through the city
• Location details for fellow photographers planning their own Istanbul adventure

Notes on this printed Istanbul photobook

This book is printed in facilities in the UK, the US, Australia, or Germany and shipped from these countries.

If you live outside these countries, additional shipping fees may apply. So, if shipping becomes too expensive, or if you prefer the digital experience (or would like both versions, thank you very much), the PDF version remains available with all its advantages: lifetime updates, immediate access, and a more gentle price point.

The print is handled by an external service. Therefore, I will not be able to issue refunds. However, I can liaise with the provider and help if you ever encounter any issues.
Each book is printed to order, with a typical production time of 3-5 days plus shipping. Like any quality photo book, keep away from direct sunlight to preserve the colour accuracy that was so important to me.

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Thank you!

Releases:

2nd edition, April 2025
1st edition, March 2023 – updated May 2023