Author: Ingerid Jordal

Rachel Nesvig, 33, is a professional Seattle musician who plays the Hardanger fiddle like a native Norwegian and is very proud of her heritage.

Ryan Winston Pankratz feels very American, but he always tells people that he is three quarters Norwegian. He is very proud of that.

Karina Snare Daily is 100% Norwegian, so her heritage is in her genes. Norwegian photojournalist Ingerid Jordal visited her to learn more.