As individuals, we’re continually growing in our understanding of ourselves — exploring our likes and dislikes, choosing when to blend in or stand out, learning how to better love ourselves and others.
At a time when people around the world are talking about girls on VSCO, we’re excited to celebrate the range of perspectives we see. It’s an honor to see these young women experimenting artistically, exploring their interests, and expressing themselves unapologetically.
Get to know a few of these girls on VSCO, and read their thoughts on identity, originality, and self-acceptance.
“Art has allowed me to venture into the different parts of myself and show them in digital or physical form. I’ve been able to show the most vulnerable parts of myself, while at the same time documenting the little badass inside of me that teenage angst has brought out.”
Read more about Frances — Astonished by Individuality
“Everyone has a different thing they don't necessarily love to showcase about themselves, and I always say that I'm half-elf, because one of my ears sticks out much more than the other. Before a shoot, I get so nervous and almost scared about what kind of hairstyle I'll be getting. I hope to get over this one day and learn to fully embrace the elf in me!”
Read more about Esther — Dancing in Front of the Camera
“Editing pictures of myself really helped me love myself for who I am on the inside and appreciate how I look on the outside. I want people to perceive me as confident and unique, especially from this past year of growing as a person.”
Read more about Lili — Standing Out
“I’ve become much more comfortable and content with being my most authentic self recently. Of course I’m still constantly working on it, but I think I’ve come a long way since I started going to a school where individuality is strongly encouraged.”
Read more about Jesse — Learning Lessons
“I feel a lot of pressure to be original because I’m constantly seeing other people’s work on social media. It’s always like, ‘Okay, how do I be different? How do I make this personal?’”
Read more about Soraya — In My Head
“While I cannot remember a specific and profound singular moment of self acceptance glory, I do remember having the thought, ‘What team am I on?’ This was notable...because it made me realize that MY team was the only option.”
Read more about Eleanor — Learning to Love Myself