I have captured thousands of portraits all around the world, but Tsering Tsomo is the very first woman with two husbands that I have the chance to photograph. Nestled deep in the mountains of Northern India, in the Aryan Valley, lives one of the most captivating ethnic groups on the planet. Most refer to them as the Brokpas, but they prefer to be called Aryans. Their remarkable traditional attire, worn during festivals and celebrations, is unique in the world. What's even more intriguing is that within this community, both men and women sometimes have multiple spouses. Historically, this practice was primarily aimed at consolidating land. A group of brothers would marry the same woman to prevent land disputes and divisions. However, this custom has become increasingly rare, and Tsering Tsomo is one of the last women in the community who has two husbands. She is the mother of four children and has always felt fortunate about her beautiful family.
Mihaela Noroc