Maya Pejic

photographer

Dutch^[1] b. 22 February 1935, The Hague, Netherlands^[1] d. 1 April 2023, Amsterdam, Netherlands^[1] active 1960–2023

Maya Pejic (1935–2023) was a Dutch documentary photographer and visual storyteller known for her evocative and humanistic approach to photography. She began her career in the 1960s, establishing herself as a respected contributor to major publications such as NRC Handelsblad, HP/De Tijd, and Viva. Her work often focused on social documentation, human narratives, and intimate portraits. She was recognized for her ability to capture meaningful human interaction and visual stories that provided insight into contemporary life.^[1]

• documentary photography
• humanity
• social issues
• portraits