The project is a practice-based research about the underrepresentation of women in photography industry.
The key issue addressed in this project is gender discrimination in the photographic field, and gender discrimination is significant and worthwhile as an object of study as it remains one of the biggest concerns in society.
The inspiration that led me to start this project was my awareness of gender bias in the creative industries. I have always been intrigued by photography, yet people would frequently say to me that it could only be my hobby, not my profession as it is a man’s job. That seems to confirm the idea that gender bias in the creative industry exists, and this drove me to become more sensitive about how female photographers are portrayed.
The title FEMGRAPH is a combination of feminism and photography. The articles contain interviews from female photographers’ perspectives towards gender bias in their careers alongside with showcases of their works for the readers to admire their talents.
In conclusion to this project, it is undeniable that the photographic industry seems to remain male-dominate. Most of the women photographers still feel underrepresented, judged, and disrespect by words or actions from society. Personally, it is challenging to make things more balanced as there are many variables involved to come to a definite solution. Yet, optimistically, some women photographers in this era seem to be more confident about their jobs as more female photographers have sprung up for their standpoint. The possible solution to decrease the gender gap and what they wished for is more assignments and respect for their talents. FEMGRAPH was meticulously crafted, and I believed that it could spark some discussion about gender imbalance. To be a mouthpiece for all female photographers and their representation, to bring greater opportunity and diversity in photographic industry.
This practice-based research project is about the underrepresentation of women in the photography industry. FEMGRAPH was created to raise awareness about the gender discrimination and presents a showcase of current women photographers and their opinions about the gender inequality found in their professions.