Community at the core.

In July 2020, Black Women Photographers was launched with a $14,500 COVID-19 relief fund to help members who were in dire need of financial relief due to the pandemic. To date, BWP has provided over $125,000 in financial grants to Black creatives. Lenscratch spoke with our team to learn more about our goals, our hopes for the future, and how we are changing the photo industry.

Photo: 2023 BWP Abuja, Nigeria meet up.

Just a few of the brands that have used our global directories to hire. #HireBlackWomenPhotographers

Featured Members

Note: This list rotates monthly.

How Polly Irungu Created Space For Black Women Photographers — And Got Them Hired

It all started with a Twitter list and a love for photography. Polly Irungu, a 28-year-old photographer and photo editor, had noticed a need for community among other Black women trying to find their way in the industry. And she wanted to get them hired.

Photography by Kreshonna Keane.

How Polly Irungu Created Space For Black Women Photographers — And Got Them Hired

Free Photography Classes

In 2023, we had hundreds of global participants join us, from Kenya to the Netherlands, Lebanon to India, Afghanistan to Mexico, and beyond. We are grateful to our teachers and partners for making this such a success! We covered news beyond the headlines, thinking outside the editorial box, editing for an assignment and personal project, incorporating video work into your practice, and more!