1993 Photo Contest - Others - Individual awards
Photographer

Jan Sonnenmair

Matrix

01 January, 1992

Miguel cries out as nurses try to find a vein for a blood test.

Lorie, a nurse, adopted the two sons: Miguel, who was born with AIDS, came to live with her at 10 months of age, and Ma, a crack addict from birth, was just six weeks old when he joined the family. They live life one day at a time, and though Miguel's battle with AIDS is never quite forgotten, they have their daily routine like any other family.

About the photographer

Jan Sonnenmair

Jan Sonnenmair is a photojournalist and commercial photographer living in Portland, United States. Her work focuses on human-centred stories, often exploring personal experiences...

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