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I Spent A Month Photographing Different Sisters Every Day, And Here’s The Result (30 Pics)
I challenged myself to photograph 30 different sisters in 30 days! I wanted to document the bond between sisters. I wanted to show the similarities and differences sisters can have, physically and in their personalities.
I documented the relationship between all the different sisters and here's what is clear... They say that blood is thicker than water, and there is no bond quite like the one between sisters. From the time they are born, they share everything: their parents' love, their genes, their bedroom. They grow up sharing secrets, dreams, vacations, laughter, and tears. They are each other's confidantes and partners in crime. No matter what happens, they know that they can always rely on each other. They may fight like cats and dogs at times, but in the end, their bond is unbreakable. Because they are sisters. And that's what sisters do. They love each other unconditionally, through good times and bad. They are there for each other, no matter what. And that's what makes the bond between sisters so special. It's irreplaceable.
You can see each of the sisters' stories on my Instagram account. I hope you enjoy these images as much as I enjoyed capturing them.
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My journey of photographing 30 different sisters over 30 days was birthed from my love for learning and challenging myself. I wanted to delve into the stories that lay behind the relationships of sisters, to uncover the thread that ties them together. The project, a leap into the unknown, would eventually prove to be as rewarding as it was challenging.
As I ventured from one family to another, I was welcomed into an array of unique stories. Each family, every pair of sisters, brought their own experiences and stories to the canvas. The richness of these interactions was not confined to the families themselves; my audience on social media became an integral part of this journey. I'd present them with two images of each pair of sisters and let them pick their favorite. The engagement I received was astounding. Their involvement brought a new dimension to this journey, making it even more memorable.
The challenge was not just in capturing the images, but also in highlighting both the similarities and differences between the sisters. Aided by the inputs from the parents and the sisters themselves, I carefully chose their attires and poses. Each photo was a testament to their unique styles and personalities, while also reflecting their similarities.
As the project progressed, an unexpected theme surfaced – an unbreakable “bond”. It was the foundation of all relationships I photographed, an underlying theme that transcended their differences. Regardless of the differences, the sisters communicated their bond with profound clarity.
Reflecting on this project, I realize how much it deepened my understanding of the bond between sisters. The bond that exists between sisters was evident in every photograph, in every story. Regardless of age, all sisters shared a profound commitment to each other, expressing that they would do anything for one another. This project was not just about capturing images; it was a journey into the essence of sisterhood, an exploration of a bond that is both intricate and strong.
These two sisters always butted heads growing up. If Jenny said the sky was blue, Katie would say it was green just to spite her. As they've grown, they have gotten much closer and have bonded over their love for dogs, although they have always said they were total opposite of each other. Even though they love each other to the moon and back, they are always ready with a witty comment or comeback when the other says something they don't agree with. It's all in good fun though, and at the end of the day, they know that they will always have each other's backs. And hey! What's the point of having a sister if you can't tease them once in a while?
I noticed they looked unusual but I would never comment on another person's appearance. "Between impulse and action, there is a realm of good taste begging for your acquaintance."
Load More Replies...I won't accept people making fun of my subjects here, sorry but wrong post for that.
Load More Replies...As a mother of 2 girls, I think these are lovely :) I never had a sister and love to marvel at the bond my 2 share. They were each other's rock during the covid lockdown. I honestly think they kept each other from losing it.
Hi Amy! I can totally relate! Although I have a boy and a girl, I'm glad they had each other during the lockdowns... so were they! Thanks for sharing
Load More Replies...These photos are beautiful! I have always wanted a sister and these make me more envious (I have two brothers and I’m a middle child- I often get ambushed by nerf guns and video game talk)
I've got two older sisters and two younger brothers, my twin daughters have an older stepsister: I can tell you, you always wish for what you don't have! And getting ambushed by nerf guns is not tied to boys or girls!
Load More Replies...These are all lovely photos and what I'm about to say is just an observation and not an attack. The digital makeup added in post to some of the children's eyes is sort of...too much, I think. I have blonde eyelashes so I know how that can wash the eyes right off of a face but I just think the digital eyeliner used to touch some of these up is just a bit too dark. That's all. Overall fantastic. I love the concept. It just really jumped out at me, that's all.
I'm so sorry for your loss and appreciate your faith in her continuing happiness.
Load More Replies...Aww this makes me miss my sister alot. I try not to think about that she left our family. But at moments like this it hits again xD
Love this. But I wish I had grey or blue eyes - so many of these sisters have stunning eyes.
Brown or green or black eyed people are also stunningly beautiful 😚 I have blue eyes and I always wanted brown or black 😅
Load More Replies...Each one is so beautiful, I couldnt make out is its actual photo or edited, painted, enhanced.
Ahh, I wish I had even a tiny portion of the bond that these sisters clearly share with each other. My sister is, unfortunately, my second-biggest abuser in my life (my mother is the biggest). I’m adopted, but my sister is my parents’ biological child. You can probably extrapolate our very-different childhoods just from that XD I used to dream about having a bond with my sister like this. You have captured their essences very well!
I am so sorry you had to be gone through this :( it made me sad really, but also you made me think a bit. I have a half brother from my father's second marriage and I refused him for a long time. Now I am an adult and I do care for him but I will never forgive myself for making him feel bad or abandoned. :( I hope one day you gonna have a friend who is like a sister to you ❤️
Load More Replies...These photos are absolutely stunning!! I have two sisters but they've always been closer to each other than to me. It has been my privilege to raise three daughters and see them grow into amazing, beautiful, unique young women, and form their eternal, sisterly bond.
I love these. Particularly the pics if the older sisters. Just gorgeous.
I love my sister with all my heart and I miss her so much. I wish we could have a picture like this of the two of us now, having survived everything we have!
Hi! Yes that is why. The challenge of finding 30 sets of sisters was difficult to start because of the time restriction. Plus the area I cover made it difficult. I wanted all different nationalities and age, but unfortunately that couldn't be done. However, had I done this project in the previous city I lived in, there might have only been 1 or 2 Caucasian sisters and the rest Asian. 🙏😊
Load More Replies...As a mother of 2 girls, I think these are lovely :) I never had a sister and love to marvel at the bond my 2 share. They were each other's rock during the covid lockdown. I honestly think they kept each other from losing it.
Hi Amy! I can totally relate! Although I have a boy and a girl, I'm glad they had each other during the lockdowns... so were they! Thanks for sharing
Load More Replies...These photos are beautiful! I have always wanted a sister and these make me more envious (I have two brothers and I’m a middle child- I often get ambushed by nerf guns and video game talk)
I've got two older sisters and two younger brothers, my twin daughters have an older stepsister: I can tell you, you always wish for what you don't have! And getting ambushed by nerf guns is not tied to boys or girls!
Load More Replies...These are all lovely photos and what I'm about to say is just an observation and not an attack. The digital makeup added in post to some of the children's eyes is sort of...too much, I think. I have blonde eyelashes so I know how that can wash the eyes right off of a face but I just think the digital eyeliner used to touch some of these up is just a bit too dark. That's all. Overall fantastic. I love the concept. It just really jumped out at me, that's all.
I'm so sorry for your loss and appreciate your faith in her continuing happiness.
Load More Replies...Aww this makes me miss my sister alot. I try not to think about that she left our family. But at moments like this it hits again xD
Love this. But I wish I had grey or blue eyes - so many of these sisters have stunning eyes.
Brown or green or black eyed people are also stunningly beautiful 😚 I have blue eyes and I always wanted brown or black 😅
Load More Replies...Each one is so beautiful, I couldnt make out is its actual photo or edited, painted, enhanced.
Ahh, I wish I had even a tiny portion of the bond that these sisters clearly share with each other. My sister is, unfortunately, my second-biggest abuser in my life (my mother is the biggest). I’m adopted, but my sister is my parents’ biological child. You can probably extrapolate our very-different childhoods just from that XD I used to dream about having a bond with my sister like this. You have captured their essences very well!
I am so sorry you had to be gone through this :( it made me sad really, but also you made me think a bit. I have a half brother from my father's second marriage and I refused him for a long time. Now I am an adult and I do care for him but I will never forgive myself for making him feel bad or abandoned. :( I hope one day you gonna have a friend who is like a sister to you ❤️
Load More Replies...These photos are absolutely stunning!! I have two sisters but they've always been closer to each other than to me. It has been my privilege to raise three daughters and see them grow into amazing, beautiful, unique young women, and form their eternal, sisterly bond.
I love these. Particularly the pics if the older sisters. Just gorgeous.
I love my sister with all my heart and I miss her so much. I wish we could have a picture like this of the two of us now, having survived everything we have!
Hi! Yes that is why. The challenge of finding 30 sets of sisters was difficult to start because of the time restriction. Plus the area I cover made it difficult. I wanted all different nationalities and age, but unfortunately that couldn't be done. However, had I done this project in the previous city I lived in, there might have only been 1 or 2 Caucasian sisters and the rest Asian. 🙏😊
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