The Brown Sisters, Cincinnati, Ohio 1981

"The Brown Sisters, Cincinnati, Ohio" is a black and white photograph taken in 1981 by Nicholas Nixon. The image features four young women, the Brown sisters, seated in a casual pose against a backdrop of foliage. Nixon is renowned for his ongoing series of annual photographs of the Brown sisters, which explores themes of family, change, and the passage of time. The intimate portrait captures a moment in the lives of these sisters, providing a glimpse into their individual personalities and the evolving dynamics of their sibling bond. This photograph, along with the entire series, has become a significant work in contemporary photography, showcasing the power of long-term documentation and the enduring fascination with family relationships.