In the photographic series, I use techniques of photographic portraiture–posing, physical touch, eye contact, and closeness–in order to heal the wounded bonds between four generations of women in my family. Through the act of taking formal family portraits of grandmother, mother, daughter, and myself, I aim to create a space for vulnerability and exchange, allowing the unspoken stories and emotions within our family to surface and to be acknowledged.One of the most poignant moments in this series  involves the intimate candid process of caring for my grandmother, from helping her to get dressed to applying her makeup, before capturing her essence through the lens of my camera. These moments of tenderness and connection not only serve as a means of preserving her legacy within our family archive but also facilitate a profound exchange of  trust and healing between generations of women in my family. 

Through this series, I seek to challenge the silence surrounding intergenerational trauma and create a platform for movement, dialogue, and understanding. By placing my family in certain positions, these portraits become healing in itself. My grandmother would not normally brush my mothers hair with loving care, hold her lovingly, or make kind eye contact. By posing her in these positions, I am creating a space for emotional vulnerability and laying the groundwork for transformation. By creating a visual memoir that honors and documents the experiences of my family members, I hope to initiate a process of healing and reconciliation that extends beyond our personal narratives to resonate with others who have experienced similar struggles.