Josefina Bietti

Josefina Bietti (1917-2006) was an Argentine photographer and photojournalist who documented the lives of the people of Argentina and Latin America. Born in Buenos Aires, she began her career as a photographer in the 1940s, working for newspapers and magazines. She was known for her intimate portraits of everyday life, capturing the beauty of everyday moments.

Bietti's work was featured in numerous exhibitions throughout her career, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. She also published several books, including "The People of Argentina" (1962) and "The People of Latin America" (1966).

Bietti's work has been praised for its ability to capture the spirit and culture of Argentina and Latin America. Her photographs have been described as "intimate glimpses into a world that is both familiar and strange." Her work has been featured in numerous publications, including Time Magazine, Life Magazine, The New York Times, and The Guardian.

Bietti's legacy continues to live on through her photographs which are held in various collections around the world. In 2006, she was posthumously awarded the Order of Merit from the Argentine government for her contributions to photography.