Calling All Hispanics, latinos & Spaniards

Invitation for 3,000 Participants

I Need Your Voices and Faces:

Calling the Spanish-speaking community in Connecticut! This is your chance to be part of an impactful project that celebrates our heritage and amplifies our voices. If you’re from Puerto Rico, Santo Domingo, South America, Central America, Mexico, Cuba, Spain, or have parents from these regions, and speak or understand Spanish, or if you’re biracial, we want to hear from you. Share your personal stories and be featured in a book that highlights our rich cultural tapestry. There are no hidden costs—just the honor of sharing your story and having your portrait included. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

Not in Connecticut

If you're not located in Connecticut but are eager to get involved, I would still love to hear from you! While the first phase of this project is a local pilot, I have hopes of expanding beyond the state. Once the pilot is completed and with the potential to secure funding, I aim to travel across the U.S. to connect with others and learn about their unique stories of cultural pride and resilience. If you’re interested in being part of this journey, please register today! I’ll also keep you in the loop as the project progresses, so you can stay connected and be part of this growing community.

A Little About Me - Bonnie Solivan

I am a second-generation Puerto Rican, born and raised in New York City. As a single mother of two amazing children, my journey has been shaped by many challenges—navigating language barriers, experiencing homelessness, unemployment, and pursuing my education as an adult learner while raising my kids. Yet, through it all, my roots, family, and traditions have instilled in me a resilience and strength I never knew I had.

Today, I am an educator and a part-time photographer, using my experiences to inspire others and capture stories of resilience and pride.

What Participants Can Expect:

1. Personalized Portrait Session: Each participant will have a professional photography session, capturing their unique story and cultural pride.
2. Storytelling Interview: Participants will share personal stories about their heritage, challenges, and triumphs through a brief interview.
3. Discount on Final Project: Once the full project is completed, you’ll be able to purchase the final photobook at a discounted rate.
4. A Lasting Legacy: By participating, you’ll help celebrate and preserve the diversity and strength of our Spanish-speaking community for future generations.
5. Want to learn more? Have questions? Feel free to contact me at bonnie@solivanphotography.com and leave me your contact information.
6. You are interested in participating...then complete this form and REGISTER HERE and I will be in touch with you with next steps!

How We Hope to Achieve Our Goals:

Professional photography sessions will capture the diversity of facial features, expressions, and personal stories within the Spanish-speaking community. These portraits will be a visual representation of the richness of each individual's culture. No need to worry about timing—portraits and interviews will be arranged around your schedule, and I'll come to your preferred location to ensure a comfortable and personalized experience.

The stories and portraits will be compiled into a high-quality, large coffee table photobook as well as an online archive. Both will serve as lasting records that showcase the diversity and strength of the Spanish-speaking community.