Women Photographers 1900 - 1975

Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light is an illustrated photography book presenting the work and life stories of more than 80 women photographers whose contributions have played an important role in the development of photography but have often received limited attention in its historical narratives. Covering the period from 1900 to 1975, the book offers a compelling overview of women’s photographic practices in the 20th century. 

Across 336 pages, the volume brings together 150 photographic reproductions accompanied by essays and poems . The selection includes both well-known and lesser-known photographers and reflects a range of approaches, including portrait photography, documentary photography, and black-and-white photography .