Imogen Cunningham holds a unique place in twentieth-century American art history. For over 70 years, she used her camera to explore photography's major artistic traditions with remarkable innovation and a unique personal vision. Her diverse body of work underscores her versatility and significant contribution to the medium of photography

Cunningham embraced the art movements of pictorialism and surrealism while developing her own distinctive style. She was a founding member of Group f/64, a progressive collective dedicated to sharp focus and fine detail in photography.

Inseparable from her camera, Cunningham's lens became a true extension of herself.  Her keen eye found subjects everywhere—from intimate portraits of friends and family to quiet moments in her garden to spontaneous scenes on the street.