Yep. No question about it. Northern California is one of the best places in the world for photography.
Whether its the galleries, or in the case of ModernBook ,the combination gallery/book publishers have uncovered some of the most unique imagery for all of us.

And the books are usually available with an original print that is very reasonably price. Or the book alone.

From the book of photographer Fan Ho, Hong Kong Yesterday

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to their upcoming new edition “Solutions Beginning with A by Lola Haskins & Maggie Taylor”

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And this exhibit coming in March:

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Fusion 19: An Exhibition by Bay Area Photographers

Reception: March 2, 2007, 7pm-10pm
Modernbook Gallery
494 University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Gallery Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
Exhibition Dates: 3/2- 4/4/2007
Phone: 650-327-6325

From traditional silver gelatin prints to computer pigment prints, this show contains all the elements that
make photography a fascinating and evolving medium. The exhibit showcases the creativity, ingenuity, and
inspiration of these emerging artists, giving them a popular venue to test their talents. The photographers in
this wide-ranging exhibit are all over the photographic spectrum and look to engage, excite, and amuse the
art enthusiast. Please feel free to contact the gallery for more information.

These folks never disappoint.

Cheers!
Damon Webster