Tina Modotti (1896 - 1942) was an Italian photographer who was most active in Mexico between 1923 and 1930. Known for her romantic and business relationship with Edward Weston and her friendships with Diego Rivera, Frieda Kahlo and other Mexican artists, Modotti was also a political activist during the Mexican Revolution and beyond.

Links for this episode:

Tina Modotti web archive
Mexico as Muse - Modotti & Weston at SFMOMA
Tina Modotti at MOMA