We hadn’t seen each other in a while and on this day we got to catch up on life and the challenges of that time. In the last few years, I had known Clinton to be creative with design and his music. However, one interesting thing that I learnt that day was the depth to his character especially considering the things he was dealing with alongside the unspoken/contained pressure he was under.

I noticed he does this thing where he challenges himself daily to expand his vocabulary, and in addition to that, collects a library of quotes or writings to stay motivated and positive. I remember being impressed by his consistency when he added then scrolled through notes on his phone.

Like many people or others we see, there is always more to them than is presented or perceived. As complicated as you are, so is the next person in their own way, with different thoughts, preferences, experiences and challenges. I find it intriguing, whenever I think of the multiple factors that make up one’s life. Something as simple as the connection between music and a memory of the past or a feeling that could be unique to one or a group of people.

Anyway, I took these portraits to remember that day and the general feel of the emotions expressed. If you look through the images you may see how Clinton wears those emotions.

Pictures taken Aug 19, 2023. Winnipeg, MB.

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