Women Street Photographers

Street photography is increasingly being dominated by women, as reflected in this collection of images and personal statements from 100 contemporary women street photographers worldwide. The photographs capture a range of extraordinary moments, showcasing the intersection of gender and technology in the genre.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 04 March 2021
Publisher: Prestel

Street photography, once a male-dominated field, is now increasingly being embraced by women photographers. This remarkable collection showcases 100 contemporary women street photographers from around the world, accompanied by personal statements that shed light on their artistic journeys. The photographs, ranging from joyful to unsettling and unexpected, capture a diverse range of extraordinary moments. The volume is curated by Gulnara Samoilova, the founder of the Women Street Photographers project, a website, social media platform, and annual exhibition. Photographer Melissa Breyer's introductory essay delves into the historical intersection of gender and street photography, exploring how cultural shifts in gender roles have coincided with technological advancements in cameras to enable the emergence of notable historical figures. Ami Vitale, a renowned photojournalist with a career spanning war photography and global travels with National Geographic, provides a foreword that offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of being a woman photographer in different parts of the world. The photographs featured in this book offer a captivating kaleidoscope of what transpires when women take the reins behind the camera, capturing the essence of human experiences and diverse cultures.

Weight: 1310g
Dimension: 257 x 236 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791387406