The Swimming Pool In Photography

For over five millennia, people have been drawn to the beauty and spirit of the sea—so much so that its essence was once recreated in the form of ancient public baths, where rituals and gatherings took place. Over time, water immersion shifted from ritual to recreation, becoming a private pleasure and eventually a symbol of luxury and lifestyle. Swimming pools today embody both status and serenity, serving as spaces for athletics, relaxation, and the pure joy of being surrounded by water. It’s no surprise that pools continue to captivate filmmakers and photographers, offering endless possibilities through reflections of light, water, and life itself. This volume brings together more than two hundred striking images that explore the pool as both subject and setting, complete with portraits of those who bring it to life.

Dimensions: 24.89 × 2.54 × 26.67 cm.