March is about more than the transition from winter to spring—it's also Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions women have made throughout history. Here are a few of the remarkable women who made their mark on architectural photography and whose work still inspires me to keep pushing the boundaries of my craft.
Dorothea Lange – a powerhouse whose iconic photos from the Great Depression continue to tell the story of America’s toughest times. Her portrait photography is what most people know best, but she also dabbled in architectural photography. The same lens that captured unforgettable faces also framed the buildings and landscapes of that era. Learn more about her work here: The Dorothea Lange Digital Archive: Explore 600+ Photographs by the Influential Photographer (Plus Negatives, Contact Sheets & More) | Open Culture.
Berenice Abbott – picture this: bustling New York City in the early 1900s. Berenice was there, camera in hand, capturing the city's ever-changing skyline. Her "Changing New York" project isn't just a photo album—it's a love letter to the Big Apple's architectural evolution. Berenice Abbott: Changing New York | The New York State Museum (nysed.gov)
Margaret Bourke-White – a photo force to be reckoned with. From capturing the construction of the Chrysler Building to documenting the aftermath of World War II, Margaret's lens didn't just capture history—it made history. Margaret Bourke-White | MoMA
And there are many more. This is just a glimpse into the world of architectural photography through the eyes of some incredible women. As we celebrate Women's History Month, let's raise our cameras (or smartphones) to these trailblazers who dared to see the world differently and showed us that beauty is everywhere, even in the bricks and mortar around us.