No Ordinary Women – Simone Tredoux

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No Ordinary Women is a powerful exhibition catalogue curated by Simone Tredoux, showcasing the work of 17 women photographers in South Africa. First displayed at the PH Centre in Cape Town between August and October 2018, the exhibition explored the ways women see themselves and each other, highlighting themes of identity, representation, and resilience.

The collection places particular emphasis on gender-based violence and the societal challenges faced by women, giving voice to urgent conversations through the lens of photography. Each artist’s contribution interrogates not only the position of women as subjects but also their role behind the camera, reclaiming the narrative from within. The result is a moving, layered body of work that resonates far beyond the exhibition space.

No Ordinary Women stands as both a testament to the power of women’s voices in art and a vital reflection on contemporary South African society. It is an essential book for those interested in photography, gender studies, and social justice.