The joys and challenges of family life captured in a photographic project.

Families are complex and unique. Ever wondered if other families are as intricate as yours? Is there even such a thing as a 'normal' family? Typically, we only see the polished exteriors, leaving us to speculate about the reality behind closed doors. This book offers an intimate look into the true essence of family life. It provides a rare, privileged glimpse into private moments, offering a profound understanding of ourselves and others.

Featuring 58 interviews and portraits by five exceptionally talented photographers – Mark Hobbs, Kate Peters, Marjolaine Ryley, Michelle Sank, and Naomi Williams – this book presents a captivating array of participants, including new parents, stepchildren, siblings, the affluent, the marginalised, the elderly, and the young.

Through these stories, we witness the incredible diversity of family life and the numerous commonalities that connect us. Ultimately, the book highlights the family's essential role in shaping our identities. This book is for anyone curious about their own family or imagining being part of another – essentially, it's a book for everyone.

Sections Include

• The Child
• Mother
• Father
• Different Arrangements
• Siblings
• Extended Family

Key Specs

• Hardback Cover
• 176 pages
• 58 Colour Images

197 x 145 mm