About Hatje Cantz

Founded in 1945 by Gerd Hatje in Stuttgart, Hatje Cantz has become one of the world’s most respected publishers of books on art, architecture, photography, design, and visual culture. Known for its commitment to both intellectual depth and exceptional production quality, the publisher has built a reputation for creating beautifully crafted volumes that stand as works of art in themselves. Now based in Berlin, Hatje Cantz maintains a focused team of around 25 professionals who oversee every step of a book’s creation, from concept and editorial development to design, printing, and international distribution.

With more than 1,200 titles in print, Hatje Cantz continues to shape contemporary visual discourse while honoring its long-standing tradition of excellence. The publisher’s catalogue ranges from monographs and exhibition catalogues to in-depth thematic explorations that document and expand the field of photography. Alongside its printed editions, Hatje Cantz also embraces digital publishing, offering e-books and open-access titles that make art and photography accessible to a wider global audience.

In addition to its main publishing line, the imprint Edition Hatje Cantz produces signed, limited-edition works on paper and photographic prints in collaboration with leading artists. Across all its activities, Hatje Cantz remains guided by a single principle: to celebrate the dialogue between image and text, craftsmanship and innovation, ensuring that each publication reflects the enduring power of art and photography in contemporary culture. (Website, Instagram, Facebook)