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Story Behind the Image | Amber Damour

October 13, 2025

In this heartfelt Story Behind the Image feature, Dallas-Fort Worth photographer Amber Damour shares the deeply personal story behind her award-winning portrait, Like It Was Yesterday.
The image stars her husband’s 95-year-old grandfather, reflecting on his late wife through a mirror that holds both memory and meaning. Captured entirely in camera, Amber’s portrait layers time, emotion, and legacy—turning family storytelling into timeless art.
What began as a tribute to her own grandfather evolved into a moving piece that has brought viewers to tears, reminding us that photography can preserve not just faces, but feelings.
Watch the full story to see how Amber’s vision came to life and why she believes creating emotional connection is the heart of every great photograph.