Jodi Bieber

South African-born Jodi Bieber embarked on her professional journey amidst the pivotal democratic elections of 1994, capturing the nation's transformative moments for The Star Newspaper. Her foundational training was rooted in Johannesburg's esteemed Market Photography Workshop.

By 1996, Bieber's distinctive voice in the photographic realm earned her a coveted spot at the World Press Masterclass in the Netherlands. This recognition marked the beginning of a series of accolades, culminating in the prestigious World Press Photo Premier Award in 2010.

Beyond her lens, Bieber has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of photographers. She has been at the forefront of global workshops, imparting her expertise and vision to budding talents worldwide.

In a nod to her indelible impact on the industry, major media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, and The Sun, heralded Bieber as one of the defining photographers of the 2010s in their 2019 roundup.

SELECTIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY :

• BETWEEN DARKNESS AND LIGHT - SELECTED WORKS : SOUTH AFRICA 1994-2010 - artist: Jodi Bieber ; author: Filippo Maggia ; 2018 ; Skira 

• REAL BEAUTY - artist: Jodi Bieber ; 2014 ; Pagina Verlag Gmbh 

• SOWETO - artist: Jodi Bieber ; 2010 ; Jacana Media 

• BETWEEN DOGS AND WOLVES/ GROWING UP WITH SOUTH AFRICA - artist and author: Jodi Bieber ; 2006 ; Dewi Lewis Publishing