Eva Lawrence Watson Schutze Collection

Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Photograph is head-and-shoulders portrait of Morgan F. Mount, facing right

Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Photograph shows portrait of Dr. Morgan F. Mount seated on floor with a book in his lap, facing front

Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Photograph shows half-length portrait of Dr. Morgan F. Mount, seated on floor, holding a book

Woman standing in a park, trees in background, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Woman standing in a park, trees in background, c1900

Young girl with a hat tied with a large bow, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, c1900

Portrait of man wearing glasses, seated with elbow resting on right knee, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Portrait of man wearing glasses, seated with elbow resting on right knee, c1900

Seated girl reading a book, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Seated girl reading a book, c1900

Child with oak branch, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Child with oak branch, c1900. Photograph shows a girl sitting on a table holding an oak branch decorated with fringe

Girl sitting with legs folded, reading a book, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Girl sitting with legs folded, reading a book, c1900

Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Dr. Morgan Frederick Mount, c1900. Photograph is head-and-shoulders portrait of Morgan F. Mount, facing front

Woman wearing a kimono, standing, looking at a sculpted bust, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Woman wearing a kimono, standing, looking at a sculpted bust, c1900

The may apple leaf, c1900. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
The may apple leaf, c1900. Photograph shows a woman in a kimono looking at a mayapple leaf. Published title

Salon jury, Philadelphia, 1899. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
Salon jury, Philadelphia, 1899. Group portrait of photographic salon jury members in profile facing left, including, left to right, Clarence H. White, Gertrude Ka¨sebier, Henry Troth, F

A Study Head, c. 1899. Creator: Eva Watson-Schutze
A Study Head, c. 1899. Photogravure, no. 14 from the portfolio "American Pictorial Photography, series ii" (1901); edition 34/150

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Eva Lawrence Watson Schutze was a trailblazing artist and photographer whose work captured the essence of early 20th century America. Born in Texas in 1879, Schutze's passion for photography led her to become one of the first female photographers to gain recognition in a male-dominated field. Her stunning black and white portraits showcased the beauty and complexity of everyday life, from intimate family moments to bustling city streets. Schutze's keen eye for composition and lighting set her apart from her contemporaries, earning her critical acclaim and a devoted following. Despite facing discrimination as a woman in the art world, Schutze persevered and continued to push boundaries with her innovative techniques and bold subject matter. Her legacy lives on through her timeless photographs, which continue to inspire artists around the world. Eva Lawrence Watson Schutze's pioneering spirit serves as a reminder that talent knows no gender or boundaries – only dedication, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to one's craft. She will forever be remembered as a visionary artist who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of women in photography.