During her groundbreaking career, Dorothea Lange made some of the most iconic photographs of the 20th century. Her unique ability to discover and reveal the character and resilience of those she photographed set her apart. Join us as we follow Washington, D.C. artist and native Dee Dwyer’s journey in attempting to recreate the emotion and impact of Lange's memorable images in her own work. As Dwyer pursues documentary and portrait photography on the vibrant streets of Washington, her lens captures the heart and soul of the Anacostia community where she grew up. Inspired by Lange's storytelling, Dee crafts portraits that resonate with the struggles and triumphs of single mothers, drawing poignant parallels to Lange's legendary Migrant Mother. This video was created in honor of the 2024 exhibition Dorothea Lange: Seeing People. Featuring some 100 photographs, the exhibition addressed Lange’s innovative approaches to picturing people, emphasizing her work on social issues including economic disparity, migration, poverty, and racism. Check out more work from Dee Dwyer, and learn more about the communities featured in this video: Project Purpose, Capital Hill Boys Club Art Gallery, and Capital Hill Arts Workshop.