Kin

Friends, communities, family — by blood or by choice, a study of the groups that shape our lives.

The Family Acid

The Family Acid

A California family’s personal photographic archive provides a kaleidoscopic view of the past.

words by Shaw Bowman, photography by The Family acid and libby gray

Reflections on Kin

Reflections on Kin

Elinor Carucci, Federico Clavarino, Rinko Kawauchi, Flora Hanitijo, and John Paul Brammer share perspectives on the complex nature of family.

words by John Paul Brammer, photography by Elinor Carucci, Federico Clavarino, Rinko Kawauchi, Flora Hanitijo

Abstract collage of elderly couple walking through a gate"

Strictly Ballroom

Strictly Ballroom

Vogue legend Leiomy Maldonado brings passion, power, and family to the floor.

words by t. cole rachel, directed by max bartick

My Other Name Is Yun-Mee 윤 미

My Other Name Is Yun-Mee 윤 미

A child of immigrants considers her heritage as Korean culture claims the limelight.

Words by sophie mancini, illustration by Hisham Akira Bharoocha

A League of Their Own

A League of Their Own

A network of home cooks fosters cultural exchange through time-honored recipes.

words by caren rosenblatt, photography by Flora Hanitijo

From Hand to Hand

From Hand to Hand

A ceramicist embracing family tradition in a Mallorcan mountain town.

words by Jennifer Piejko, photography by iris humm

Life After Memoir

Life After Memoir

Author Nina Renata Aron on what it’s like to face your family after telling their secrets.

Words by Nina Renata Aron, illustration by gigi rose gray

An Ode to Dogs

An Ode to Dogs

The kin that often counts the most.

Words by Stefan Marolachakis, Photography by Ryan Pfluger

Kin

Kin

A letter from Departures exploring this month’s theme.

Words by Nina Renata Aron, Art by Francesco Clemente

Swoon-worthy Pet Essentials

Swoon-worthy Pet Essentials

Personal picks from our furry friends and their amazing owners.