Kin

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

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

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

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

words by t. cole rachel, directed by max bartick

Personal picks from our furry friends and their amazing owners.

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

words by caren rosenblatt, photography by Flora Hanitijo

A ceramicist embracing family tradition in a Mallorcan mountain town.

words by Jennifer Piejko, photography by iris humm

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

The kin that often counts the most.

Words by Stefan Marolachakis, Photography by Ryan Pfluger

A letter from Departures exploring this month’s theme.

Words by Nina Renata Aron, Art by Francesco Clemente

Personal picks from our furry friends and their amazing owners.

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