Firecrackers: Female Photographers Now

by Fiona Rogers, Max Houghton

A survey of the greatest female photographers working today, created as a platform to showcase important work that might otherwise be marginalized in the still male-dominated photography community There are many outstanding female photographers working today, yet the photographic industry continues to be a male-dominated world. Established in 2011, Firecracker (fire-cracker.org) is an online platform dedicated to supporting female photographers worldwide by showcasing their work in a series of monthly, online gallery features; by organizing events; and by awarding an annual grant to enable a female photographer to fund a project. Building on Firecracker’s foundations, this book brings together the work of more than thirty of the most talented contemporary female photographers from around the world. Each profile explores the photographer’s creative practice, illustrated by photographs that showcase a key project in her career, and a selection that offers a wider view of her work. The images encompass an eclectic variety of styles, techniques, and locations―from German Alma Haser’s futuristic series of portraits that use origami to create 3D sculptures within the frame, to Egyptian Laura El-Tantawy’s filmic and intensely personal series on political protest in Cairo. With more than 300 photographs, Firecrackers is a celebration of some of the most inquisitive, stylish, and daring photography being made today. 300+ illustrations in color and black and white

Genres: Photography, Art, Feminism, Nonfiction

240 pages, Hardcover

Published September 19, 2017

Reviews

[Leonard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a collection of the works of more than thirty contemporary female photographers from around the world. I found it strange, original, and wonderful.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phenomenal look at current female photographers. Opened my eyes to many astounding artists around the world. This book represents a collective of women, empowering the voice of female artists through financial and professional support. Well-curated collection with concise, impactful descriptions.

[Mills College Library]

779.092 R7257 2017