Women Street Photographers

Discover the transformative world of street photography through the lens of women artists in this compelling hardback collection. Featuring the work of 100 contemporary women street photographers from around the globe, this book curated by Gulnara Samoilova highlights the vital voices and unique perspectives that challenge the traditionally male-dominated field. Each stunning photograph captures extraordinary moments that range from joyful to unsettling, inviting you to witness the diverse narratives shaped by women in photography today. With dimensions of 230 x 250 mm and 224 pages filled with powerful imagery, this publication is not just a visual feast; it offers personal insights and statements from the photographers that breathe life into their art. Additionally, acclaimed photographer Melissa Breyer provides an engaging introductory essay exploring the historical intersection of gender and street photography, shedding light on how evolving cultural roles and technological advancements have paved the way for female pioneers in the genre. Accompanied by a foreword from influential photojournalist Ami Vitale, this book presents an intimate and candid exploration of the realities women face behind the camera across various environments. Celebrate the resurgence of women in street photography and immerse yourself in the kaleidoscopic array of stories reflected in each image. Perfect for photography enthusiasts and supporters of women in the arts, this collection serves as both an artful tribute and an inspiration for aspiring female photographers everywhere.

Author: Gulnara Samoilova Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 230 x 250 mm
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 02-03-2021

Traditionally a male-dominated field, street photography is increasingly becoming the domain of women. This fantastic collection of images reflects that shift, showcasing 100 contemporary women street photographers working around the world today, accompanied by personal statements about their work. Variously joyful, unsettling and unexpected, the photographs capture a wide range of extraordinary moments. The volume is curated by Gulnara Samoilova, founder of the Women Street Photographers project: a website, social media platform and annual exhibition. Photographer Melissa Breyer's introductory essay explores how the genre has intersected with gender throughout history, looking at how cultural changes in gender roles have overlapped with technological developments in the camera to allow key historical figures to emerge. Her text is complemented by a foreword by renowned photojournalist Ami Vitale, whose career as a war photographer and, later, global travels with National Geographic have allowed a unique insight into the realities of working as a woman photographer in different countries. In turns intimate and candid, the photographs featured in this book offer a kaleidoscopic glimpse of what happens when women across the world are behind the camera.