Fender Custom Shop at 30 Years is created for guitarists, musicians, collectors, and music enthusiasts who want an inside look at some of the most iconic electric guitars ever built. This visually rich guitar book is ideal for fans of instrument craftsmanship, professional players, and anyone inspired by the artistry behind legendary American-made guitars. This premium guitar reference book showcases three decades of Fender Custom Shop instruments through highly detailed photography by Steve Pitkin, who has documented the workshop since 1995. The book presents an immersive visual experience, allowing readers to explore the design details, finishes, hardware, and personality of each guitar. With seventy-two centerfold spreads, it captures the evolution of the Custom Shop and the creative process behind each instrument. In addition to photography, the book features written insights from master builders and the artists who play these guitars, offering context that connects craftsmanship to musical expression. Introductions by Mike Lewis of the Fender Custom Shop and Billy Gibbons provide perspective on why these instruments matter to musicians at the highest level. The interactive layout encourages exploration, rewarding readers with new details on every page. Spending time with this book helps deepen appreciation for guitar design, innovation, and tradition while inspiring creativity and musical ambition. It highlights the skill, dedication, and passion required to build instruments that define tone, feel, and performance across generations. Guitar teachers, players, and collectors will find it a valuable visual and educational resource. STEVE PITKIN (Rockford, IL) began his photographic career documenting diverse collections of historic scientific instruments, fine art, and rare timepieces relating to the history of science. Pitkin s love of music is deeply rooted from childhood, playing guitar and searching for the perfect instrument from the age of twelve. Rick Nielsen, lead guitarist of Cheap Trick and 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, invited Pitkin to photograph his world famous guitar collection in 1992. The work gained broad recognition and, in 1995, Fender commissioned Pitkin to photograph its Fender Custom Shop, Guitar Gallery. The Fender Custom Shop calendar, exclusively illustrated with Pitkin images, has since enjoyed over two decades of worldwide acclaim. Hardcover Pages: 160