Local business owner and Broad Ripple resident Bruce Buchanan wants to show you the Village from his perspective. His new photography book, The Quiet Side of the Village, does exactly that with 40 pages of vantages and views from all around the neighborhood.

Buchanan, who you may know from the family-owned funeral services of 'Flanner & Buchanan,' describes himself as a Broad Ripple lifer. He is a also a former professional photographer and was trained in photojournalism at IU. The photos are scenes from his daily walks on the Monon Trail, down back alleys, in and out of stores, and whatever else strikes his fancy. As Buchanan says, "This book is my personal testament of the Broad Ripple I love - the pretty one."

Buchanan has an eye for composition both in the photographs and in the artful layout of the book. Inside this colorful creation you'll find coffee shops and cars, a mural and mailboxes, and even a glimpse of bricks and brics. The seasons of the Monon Trail, views of the Canal, and the brightly colored flowers all make you yearn for spring. And speaking of spring - look for the book at their stop on the Spring Gallery Tour.

To preview the book, find out more about the photographer, and get a copy for yourself visit www.buchananphotocelebrations.com . The book is also available at several local shops including: Hoosier Salon, Perk Up, Fine Estate, Flanner & Buchanan, and Artifacts.