Profiles
Aaryn’s Story: My Rose Among Thorns
This profile was sponsored by Westchester Fertility. When we were in college together at Stern College at Yeshiva University, I learned…
Danit’s Story: Whatever It Takes
This profile was sponsored by New York Reproductive Wellness. Whenever I mentioned to someone that I was going to be doing…
Abbie’s Story: Anything for You
I met Abbie in college, when we were both English Majors together. I remember we took a poetry writing class…
Brooke’s Story: Love Beyond Loss
I first met with Brooke when she was with her young daughter at a new rehabilitation center, and having grown…
Corinne’s Story: Confidence In The Difference
This profile was sponsored by New Jersey Yachad. I first met Corinne earlier this year when I was photographing events…
Bassie’s Story: Growing With Love
This profile was brought to The Layers Project through a partnership with New Jersey Yachad. I met Yosef 6 years ago,…
Golda’s Story: Atypical Blessings
I first met Golda and her husband in Camp HASC, a summer camp for children and adults with special needs.…
Erica’s Story: Embracing Body and Soul
When Erica reached out to participate in The Layers Project body image series, I was thrilled. I’ve known her since…
Sandy’s Story: What Does Healthy Look Like?
When I posted the first profile for The Layers Project, Sandy reached out to me feeling frustrated. She shared that…
Temimah’s Story: Living Well is The Best Revenge
When Temimah and I met for her portrait session for this profile, it was a special reunion for me. When…
Shaindee’s Story: Embrace Your Own Intuition
Shaindee knew that she wanted to participate in “The Layers Project” when her sister Shani explained the goals of the…
Shani’s Story: Family and Faith, Blood and Being Chosen
Shani sits in my home office, in a big plush leather chair I pulled in for the occasion. I fiddle…