Mum’S Not the Word

Denise Felkin’s book challenges stereotypes of the fifth of women in the UK who have no children. Her striking photographs show women of varying ages lying naked on a duvet in the foetal position, with accompanying commentary that tells of failed infertitly treatment, infant loss, unintended singleness and contented, clear-sighted choice. i News. Felkin’s photographs and concept for the book is just stunning and covers all reason as to why a woman may not have children. I loved it, I love how it’s so raw and genuine and speaks so clearly to the subject of not having children and how it gives a platform and a voice to us! – Anowherhood.

Denise Felkin is a British photographer whose work migrates between creative portraiture and documentary photography. Driven by research-led projects, she collaborates with her subjects to create images that speak about current issues, reveal a truthful voice, and promote unity, equality, and compassion.

At nineteen, Denise decided she did not want children, a decision she has maintained. Now aged fifty, Denise has conceived a book of images of women who do not have children.

Denise was a finalist in the Sony World Photography Awards 2016 and National Open Art 2017. She also received an Honorable Mention in the Julia Margaret Cameron Award: Women Seen by Women 2018.