Life At Shutter Speed by Larry Chen
Buy the No. 1 Automotive Photography Book
Automotive photographer Larry Chen travels the world documenting car culture, and his first-ever book Life At Shutter Speed brings you along for the ride. The long-awaited Larry Chen coffee table book combines 2,500 photos, taken over 20 years, into 400 pages of automotive beauty. The official photographer of Formula Drift, and a fixture at one iconic moment in car culture after another, his tireless work ethic and relentless pursuit of stunning imagery is on full display.
Praise for Life At Shutter Speed ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“An immersive experience.” — Foreword Reviews
“Thrilling” and “jaw-dropping.” — BookLife (Publisher’s Weekly)
“Captures the excitement of racing in all its forms.” — Kirkus Reviews
Also featured in: Hagerty Drivers Club magazine, Los Angeles Times, Jay Leno’s Garage, NPR, Forbes, and more. Read all press coverage →
Watch: Larry Chen on Life At Shutter Speed
Larry Chen discusses the biggest project of his career — 20 years of automotive photography in one book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Larry Chen photo book?
Two editions of Life At Shutter Speed were produced by Carrara Media:
- The Standard Edition ($125) — a premium hardcover showcasing 2,000 rare and iconic images from Larry Chen’s 20-year career. Available now.
- The Limited Edition ($275) — a numbered and signed collector’s edition with only 1,000 copies produced, including an exclusive autographed print and 100 additional photos. Sold out.
What is special about Life At Shutter Speed?
Known for his complete and total immersion into the automotive scene, Larry Chen has earned a reputation for capturing photos that could only be achieved with unlimited access. As the official photographer of Formula Drift and a regular presence at SEMA, Pikes Peak, the Baja 1000, Gymkhana, and car culture events across six continents, the images in Life At Shutter Speed have defined the modern era in cars, events, people, and an entire generation of enthusiasts.
What is included in the Larry Chen book?
- 400 pages in massive 14×11 format
- Hardcover book inside a protective slipcase
- Over 2,500 images from 20 years of Larry Chen’s career
- 20 chapters covering Formula Drift, SEMA, Pikes Peak, Baja 1000, Gymkhana, and more
Where can I order Life At Shutter Speed?
The Standard Edition is available now directly from Carrara Media. Order here →
Who is Larry Chen?
Larry Chen is one of the world’s most recognized automotive photographers. He is the official photographer of Formula Drift, a longtime contributor to Road & Track, Motor Trend, and Hot Rod magazine, and was named the SEMA Show’s first-ever Featured Artist photographer. Life At Shutter Speed is his first book. Read a Q&A with Larry Chen →
What do critics say about Life At Shutter Speed?
The book has received starred reviews from Foreword Reviews, BookLife (Publisher’s Weekly), and Kirkus Reviews, and has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, NPR, Forbes, Hagerty Drivers Club magazine, and Jay Leno’s Garage. See all press coverage →
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