Gertrude , the novel 's central character , proposes that they open a studio and put their skills in photography to use .
The young women realize that they must find a way to earn money in order to support themselves .
Gertrude , the novel 's central character , proposes that women open a studio and put women 's skills in photography to use .
The young women realize that they must find a way to earn money in order to support themselves .