### Mayret Merejkowski, Lisette (French, 1925-2016)
**Born:** Sat Oct 03 1925 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
**Birth Place:** Paris , France
**Died:** 2016
**Social Media:**
* [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mayretmerejkowski/)
* [Twitter](https://twitter.com/lisettemayret)
**Recent Projects:**
* **Exhibition:** "Lisette Mayret Merejkowski: A Retrospective" (2015) at the Musée de l'Orangerie, Paris
**Other Information:**
* **Nationality:** French
* **Occupation:** Photographer
* **Known for:** Capturing the lives of ordinary people in Paris and other cities
**Biography:**
Lisette Mayret Merejkowski was a renowned French photographer known for her intimate and candid portraits of everyday life. Born in Paris in 1925, she began her career as an assistant to the photographer Brassaï. Inspired by his work, she developed a unique style that captured the essence of urban life and the human condition.
Mayret Merejkowski's photographs often focused on the marginalized and working class communities of Paris, documenting their struggles and joys. She had a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human nature, which allowed her to create powerful and evocative images that transcend time.
Throughout her career, Mayret Merejkowski exhibited her work extensively and received numerous awards and accolades. Her photographs have been published in books, magazines, and newspapers worldwide, and her legacy continues to inspire contemporary photographers.