How many pictures in a Coffee Table Book?
Are you looking to publish a photo book, or a coffee table book? Publishing a coffee table book and have questions about the number of pictures to include? Read on for answers about this and many other questions related to photography, books and publishing.
What is a Coffee Table Book?
A coffee table book is typically a photography book that is intended to be put on display for years, enjoyed by those who view it, and often kept as a memento. They are usually quite large (A4 or A3 size) and consist of beautiful photographs taken professionally.
How Many Pictures?
It really depends on the size of the book, and how much detail you want to include. Generally speaking, a good rule of thumb is to place between 30 to 50 of your favourite images throughout the book. It is also important to plan out the layout and story of the book, so that there is a nice flow and balance of your images.
Things to Consider
When deciding how many pictures to put in your book, it is important to consider the following:
- Style: Do you want a simplistic layout of your photographs showing off your images to their best, or do you want a more advanced layout with extra text and detailed captions accompanying each image?
- Pages: Consider the cost of the book – would extra pages cost more than you are willing to pay?
- Topic: Think about the topic of the book. Are you featuring a person’s work, memories, or a certain destination? How many images are necessary to bring the topic to life?
In Conclusion
When figuring out how many images to include in your coffee table book, it really depends on the style and content of the book, as well as its size. A good rule of thumb is 30 to 50 images, but you may choose less or more dependent on the content you wish to feature.
