Margaret Bourke-White

Margaret Bourke-White was a pioneering American photographer and photojournalist, renowned for her powerful images that captured significant historical events and social issues in the early to mid-20th century. She was the first female photographer for Life magazine and famous for her work during the Great Depression and World War II. Her photographs often depicted the struggles of ordinary people and the impact of industrialization. Bourke-White also broke barriers for women in photography, using her lens to tell compelling stories that shaped public perception and consciousness, making her an influential figure in both media and women's empowerment.