Photographer Désirée van Hoek has released a new photography book titled "Talking about L.A.," marking her continued exploration of Los Angeles' downtown area. The latest work represents another chapter in her ongoing documentation of the city's urban landscape, though this time with a distinctly different focus.
Unlike her previous works, van Hoek's new book concentrates specifically on the typography found throughout downtown Los Angeles. The project captures the diverse range of lettering, signage, and textual elements that characterize the neighborhood's visual identity. This typographic focus offers readers a unique perspective on how written language shapes the urban environment.
The book features an essay by acclaimed writer Norman M. Klein, who brings significant expertise to the project. Klein is well-known for his influential book "The History of Forgetting," which has become a notable work in Los Angeles urban studies and cultural analysis. His contribution adds scholarly depth to van Hoek's visual documentation.
The publication details reflect the book's comprehensive scope and high production values. "Talking about L.A." contains 192 pages featuring 265 color photographs, with design work handled by Armand Mevis. The book measures 11 x 16.5 centimeters and is published in English under ISBN 978-90-824149-1-2.
Readers interested in purchasing the book can access it through an online form at the provided Jotform link, and additional information about van Hoek's work is available on her official website at www.desireevanhoek.com. The book represents van Hoek's continued commitment to documenting the visual culture of Los Angeles through her distinctive photographic lens.
