We all know that you don’t choose your family — but do you have any control over how much you resemble them? In her portrait series One Is Not Like The Other, London-based photographer Jocelyn Allen explores the role genetics plays in identity by visually comparing herself with some of her closest relatives by replicating both their clothing and posture. “These photographs give hints into each person’s persona with the differences between the ‘copying image’ and the ‘original’ revealing further clues into each person’s nature,” explains Allen. “The word identity has many meanings, but for me it’s about what makes myself me. Though one may copy those who they are genetically connected to and descended from, individuality will still shine through whether it is via hints or physical differences.” Click through to check out the interesting juxtapositions.
Being Grandad, Jocelyn Allen
Being Nan, Jocelyn Allen
Being Dad, Jocelyn Allen
Being Mum, Jocelyn Allen
Being Rebecca, Jocelyn Allen
Being Caralyn, Jocelyn Allen
Being Jocelyn, Jocelyn Allen