How to Find Free Photography Books

What’s poppin’, people? It’s Dante. Today, I wanted to share with you a spot I like to go to when I’m looking at photo books—the Free Library of Philadelphia. Check it out.

The Free Library of Philadelphia

This place is beautiful. I’m going to see if I can film in here and show you exactly where I go to find photo books.

Why the Library?

I encourage you to check out your local library and find photo books. I think this is one of the easiest ways to access them. Of course, you can look online at photos, but let’s be real—

Holding a book in your hands and flipping through it is the best experience and the ultimate way to look at photography.

If you don’t have your own collection of photo books—or they’re just too expensive—this is the way to go. Some of these books are crazy expensive, so just coming into the Free Library is an easy way to access them.

Exploring the Library

We’ve got an incredible library here in Philly, and I want to share this beautiful, historic building with you.

The photo books are right around the corner.
The art section and philosophy section are right next to each other.
They always have photos on display in the glass cases.

Finding the Best Photo Books

Check it out—photo books coming in. Art section. Yeah, yeah.

Right off the bat—Sebastião Salgado. Some of the best photography in my hands.

So, yeah, if you’re into photography but don’t want to spend a ton of money on books, hit up your local library. It’s free, easy, and honestly the best way to experience photography in its purest form.