Automobile manufacturing is among the world's largest industries. When auto manufacturers want to distinguish themselves from one another with their products, they all present their newest cars in the same manner: with the help of female models. Surprised at the uniformity of this business culture, Hassink visited automobile shows around the world.

Hassink made her reputation with the project Tables of Power, for which she photographed the conference tables of the world's largest multinationals. Her work has been purchased by various prominent collections and museums. In 2002 she received the Prix No Limit d'Arles in France. Jacqueline Hassink (b. 1966) presently lives and works in New York.