Marlise Steeman, is a Amsterdam based photographer, storyteller and filmmaker.
In her documentary photo series she reveals a particular interest in the part that women take in phenomenon that are easily thought of as men’s business. She photographed women who drive heavy construction work vehicles, women who repair cars and a woman taking a leading position in a Amsterdam based mosque. Marlise: ‘I have worked with Catherine on several occasions. When I heard about ‘Bring us your Women, I wanted be part of the project straight away. There is a tendency in history storytelling to concentrate on the masculine part of the story. I am familiar with that one. I like to hear something new. Let’s explore the feminine side.' |