9This behind-the-scenes look at the lives of our recent Commanders in Chiefâ features the images and recollections of the nine professionals who have served asâ official White House photographers, including Pete Souza, theâ Chief Official White House Photographer for President Obama and previously anâ Official White House Photographer for President Reagan.â The President's Photographerâ is the intimate story of the men and women who are both visual historians and keyâ links between the public and the Presidents.â Five of theâ nine Official White House Photographers are alive today, and in rare personal interviews, they recount the stories behind theâ remarkable photographs. Expressive close-ups of presidents reveal moments of joy, reflection, â and turmoil over public issues and private challenges. Unexpected angles cast newâ light on historic events. Through both iconic and little-known images, this book offers aâ fresh perspective on life and work behind the famous facade of the White House. The President's Photographer is the official companion book to the National Geographic Channel special that aired in November 2010.