A representatividade feminina na arte: um olhar sobre fotógrafas na contemporaneidade

Abstract

n the current world scenario, we see the strong presence of women photographers, however, for them to be following their careers today, photographers of the past had to face barriers, breaking stereotypes which they still face today in some areas of work. This research aims to show the trajectory of women photographers, talk about female representation in photography and highlight the names of three contemporary artists in the field. The theoretical framework included discussions about women in the labor market, gender inequality and the evolution of women in society. It was structured around four topics: Women in the labor market, Recognized Artists, and Studied Artists. The methodological procedures adopted consisted of research through interviews on video and in writing, as well as documentaries and articles on the internet. The data obtained indicate that there is a long way to go to finally have equity in our society. Based on the results and discussions presented, it is considered that if there is a fight for women's rights, all objectives will one day be achieved and it is noteworthy that this article encompasses a variety of facts and supporting data regarding the scarcity of women in the labor market, including in the professional photographic area.