This remarkable book brings you face-to-face with an incredible selection of pioneering women
who have reshaped the creative industries. From legendary visual artists Yoko Ono and Tracey
Emin to groundbreaking musicians like Annie Lennox and Debbie Harry to fashion giants such as
Miuccia Prada and Diane von Fürstenberg this collection of original interviews and Polaroid
photographs of almost 30 trailblazing women spans creative industries nationalities and
generations to bring together a never-before-published collection of leading voices. Featuring
an astounding range of names including FKA Twigs Isabelle Huppert and Rei Kawakubo this book
creates both a portrait of each individual woman and - collectively - a powerful portrait of
the impact of women on the creative industries. Each pioneering creative is interviewed and
photographed by the Mexican artist Hugo Huerta Marin. The women speak openly with Huerta Marin
about their challenges and joys their vulnerabilities and their triumphs. Cate Blanchett
reflects on the differences between acting on stage and in film Marina Abramovic_ discusses
her most radical piece of performance art Annie Lennox reminisces about London in the 1970s
Carrie Mae Weems discusses the relationship between race and photography -these and other
conversations are further brought to life by Huerta Marin's candid intimate Polaroid images.
These photographs which allow readers to lock eyes with their subjects reflect the natural
tone of each conversation allowing the reader rare insight into the lives of these renowned
artists. Inspiring and revealing this collection of interviews and photographs gives readers
an unparalleled connection with some of the most fascinating women working in the arts today.
