Photos of my Sister | Delaney McQuown

Photos of my Sister: the camera's impact on girlhood and development

How photographing my sister when we were young introduced her to a world of insecurities. I didn't understand the power a camera could have on self-perception. We are adults now and I can't help but wonder if she deals with the consequences of our interactions between the camera. I cannot help but wonder what damage I caused.

Photoshoots became a huge part of our relationship.

Sometimes we'd get along but most of the time it would end in a fight. I was very critical. I aspired to get the right image.

I cannot help but wonder what damage I caused.

To my little sister, I am sorry I made you perceive yourself at a crucial time in development. I am sorry I critiqued you. I am sorry for the damage I have unknowingly caused.

If I could do it all over again I wouldn't critique her.

If I could do it all over again, I would be gentle.

I would be uplifting.

If I could do it all over again I would take back what I said.

If I could do it all over again I would be a better sister.

If I could do it all over again.