We love living in El Cerrito—from the Meyer lemons we leave out for passersby to the happenstance conversations we have with the astronomer next door to the good vibes on offer at the backyard happy hour down the street.

Over the next year, we will be making a series of home portraits of the neighbors who make this place what it is.

We’d love to photograph you as part of the project.

The resulting collection of photographs will be a visual love letter of sorts: a moment in the life of our Little Hill and how we make it what it is.

Michelle Mendieta Mitchell is, at heart, a storyteller, evidenced by her work as an award-winning writer, marketing specialist, former journalist, and photographer. Her photographic love story began as a toddler, hanging out in the dye transfer photo lab with her mom, leading to a visually rich life infused with color. Her passions include art and design, youth advocacy, and bringing people together.

Lisa Beth Anderson is a photographer and visual researcher. Her award-winning photography explores and represents the work of activists, astrophysicists, transnational migrants, and award-winning poets. Lisa's current visual research storytelling project, In Good Company, comes alongside organizations endeavoring to make the world a more just and beautiful place. You can find her underwater most days.