Every photograph we take is, in some ways, a self-portrait. A simple yet touching series, inspired by a child-like fearlessness to engage with the world.

One of our 2014 Emerging Talents shares the moving narrative of his aunt, Afsaneh Mobasser, who was born in Iran as a person of privilege but later forced into exile. Her tumultous story is beautifully told through her official government ID photos from age 7 to age 55.

This is the life story of Afsaneh Mobasser, born in Iran as a young girl of privilege, forced into exile, enduring unexpected journeys — all told through official government ID photos of her from age 7 to age 55.