Hotshoe

Hotshoe is an independent photography publication in print since 1977, focused on photographic portfolios, contemporary photography, and critical discourse. Available titles at Lokator100 are selected issues and artist publications, each accurately documented and dispatched with tracked shipping from Germany.

Hotshoe: Independent Photography Publishing Since 1977

Hotshoe is one of the longer-running independent photography publications in print, established in 1977 and reinvented in 2002 as a platform for photographic portfolios, critical writing, and editorial perspectives on contemporary photography. It operates outside the mainstream press, maintaining a position as a genuinely independent voice in photography publishing.

Each issue is organised around a specific movement, figure, or moment in the photographic canon — from street photography to documentary traditions, portraiture to landscape — and draws on contributions from photographers with significant standing in the field. The publication has featured work by Todd Hido, Rinko Kawauchi, Martin Parr, Samuel Fosso, Trent Parke, Anna Fox, Chris Killip, Joel Meyerowitz, and others. Issues are produced as collectible objects, with an emphasis on portfolio presentation and sustained critical engagement rather than news or trend coverage.

Lokator100, an independent bookstore dispatching from Germany, stocks selected Hotshoe titles alongside artist publications and photography books. Each title is accurately documented with full bibliographic information, and condition is stated clearly. Orders are sent with tracked shipping. For related material, see the Photobooks collection.

FAQ

Are these items in stock?

All items shown in this collection are in stock unless marked otherwise. Availability changes as items sell out.

Do you provide condition notes?

Yes. Product pages include clear condition notes where relevant. Visible defects are stated and, when applicable, documented in photos.

How do you pack books?

Packaging is designed to reduce transit risk. Corners and surfaces are protected with rigid support and cushioning. Heavier or collectible items receive additional protection.

Do you ship internationally?

Orders ship from Germany with tracking. International shipping is available for selected destinations. See the Shipping Policy for availability and details.

When will my order ship?

Orders are typically dispatched on the next business day. During peak periods, dispatch may take longer.

Will I receive a tracking number?

Yes. Tracking is provided for all services. The tracking number is shared once the parcel is handed over to the carrier.

Returns and refunds

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Please contact us before sending anything back. Refunds are issued to the original payment method after the return is received and checked. See the Refund Policy.