The book celebrates Calum Colvin's artistic work over four decades, with Tom Normand exploring the artist's diverse subjects and ideas. Normand selects key themes and examines varied tropes, genres, topics, and issues within Colvin's photography. Supported by visual examples, each chapter crafts a narrative that highlights how Colvin's artistic thoughts, motifs, and ideas emerge. These form a complex mosaic of associations and perceptions, showcasing the depth and breadth of Colvin's photographic work. The book serves as a comprehensive retrospective, capturing the essence of Colvin's creative journey and contributions to the art world.