Amy Horowitz is a freelance photographer based in New York City who takes portraits of young adults in and around Washington Square Park, looking for the softness under the shell and documenting today's generation in tumultuous times, in moments of connection. Here's the core message of her work - and I really like how she says it:

I was brought up in a different way...but people are how they are...we're all the same.

The message is deceptively simple of course. Her photographs, on the other hand, tell deep stories about people, identities, self-expression, and navigating turbulent times. Because life is messy sometimes.

You can learn more about Amy and her work at amyhorowitzphotography.com and on instagram @dont_smile_nyc.

And be sure to check out her book, which you can find by searching for "Walk in the Park? Amy Horowitz"