SYNOPSIS:

Set against the backdrop of a bustling 19th-century New York City, this non-fiction film chronicles the extraordinary life and artistic journey of Frances Flora “Fanny” Palmer (1812-1876), a pioneering lithographer whose ground-breaking prints for the celebrated firm Currier & Ives captured the spirit of a burgeoning nation. During her time, Palmer’s images adorned more homes, schools, and businesses than that of any other artist, living or dead. Yet, her name has largely been lost to history. Fanny Palmer's story is one of grit and determination, as she became a trailblazer for women's autonomy. At the same time, Palmer’s personal challenges and triumphs give greater depth and resilience to her remarkable life.