As they say, perspective is everything. Sometimes you can only truly appreciate something by making comparisons with slightly altered parameters, for example of location, age or time.

Artist Aaron Sorkan compiled this gift of perspective to get him prepared for the new year. Side-By-Side comparisons of everything from a country’s favorite tipple over the years to technological advances in street lighting, make for a fascinatingly fresh look at things you may have taken for granted.

Scroll down below to check them out for yourself, and gain a newfound appreciation for the changes (or lack thereof) in our everyday lives!

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