“I got bald because of my chemotherapy. I started my treatment in January 2020. It was late last year when we found out I have a lump under my skin. The doctor decided to do the surgery as soon as possible. December 9, I had
“I got bald because of my chemotherapy. I started my treatment in January 2020. It was late last year when we found out I have a lump under my skin. The doctor decided to do the surgery as soon as possible. December 9, I had
“I like people. I like meeting people all the time. I like telling stories about my island and my history. I recommend places for them to go and when they want to come back, I recommend places where they can stay, and the restaurants and
“I am more thankful this time for the gift of life because of what’s going on with this Virus, the Covid19. It’s a global pandemic. So everybody must take all the precaution. Because if you don’t follow these safety precautions, when you go to some
“Her name is Sheillah. I lost her. She was my roommate and my best friend so I shared a lot with her. We shared a lot and I can’t believe she is gone. She drowned in a swimming pool. The last conversation we had was
(†) Sheillah Otando Sheillah was the very first person I asked for a photo for this project People of Cayman. I just learned yesterday (June 14) that she passed away. When I approached her, she was very shy. Sheillah was hesitant at first, but as
It was May 22. After a long day at the hospital, I stopped by the grocery store on my way home. I was exhausted. In fact, I was so tired that I found myself leaning forward on my shopping cart while waiting in line. The
People of Cayman is a community storytelling project documenting the people, stories, community, and culture that shape life in the Cayman Islands.
Through photography, interviews, and human-centered storytelling, the project celebrates everyday people, unsung heroes, community builders, and the voices that make Cayman unique.
People of Cayman is a storytelling initiative dedicated to documenting and preserving the stories of the people who make these islands special.
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People of Cayman began from a simple belief: every person has a story worth telling. Through photography and storytelling, I hope to preserve meaningful stories, celebrate community, and create a lasting record of the people who help shape Cayman.
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