He/Him, 20, Pomona
Q. What do you think your room says about you?
-That I'm a lover of stuff haha. I have a lot of things that alone has its own character. I was told that my room has such a homey warm feel, and I think as a person, I can give off the same energy. A lot going on but somehow it works.
Q. Do you think your future room will have the same qualities as your room now?
-I've currently moved out of that room and relocated. Comparing the two now, a lot of it has changed. I've kept all of the necessary items (bed, desk, light) and my main room pieces (rugs, knick-knacks, etc.), but it's very evident how much has changed. The cluttered walls are now blank. The window panes are cleared. I miss my room, and to be honest, my old self.
Q. In some photographs, I may have asked you what items or pieces of your room meant the most to you. Why did you choose those items? What connection do you have with these objects?
-The item I chose was a lighter case chain necklace from AMBUSH. I chose this item because ever since I bought it, I wore it every day. The story behind it is that my two friends and I spontaneously went out to LA. We went to different stores on different streets and ate an assortment of foods. We entered Fred Segal on Sunset Blvd and sifted through the store. We ended up at this jewelry section, and I mentioned how I thought the lighter case was so cool. They basically pressured me into buying it, and I don't regret it since. I like to use that necklace as a token of our friendship.
Q. Did you clean your room before it was photographed? I gave no instruction to clean or prepare your room in any way. If you did choose to clean it why? And if you didn't choose to clean it, how come?
-I honestly don't remember if I cleaned my room or not. I probably did because you're a guest entering my home, so of course it would be rude and inconsiderate if I didn't clean haha.
Q. Are you home often? (if so why?) Do you spend the most time in your room or elsewhere?(if so why?)
-During that time, I would say I had a good balance of being and not being home. When I am home, I worked on making clothing on the floors of our vacant living room. In my room, I would binge-watch BTS videos or fashion shows with my speakers on blast. Not being home meant that I was A)at school or B)eating out with my ex-roommate Victoria.
Q. Would you say you're proud of your room? Do you feel like it suits you well? (alternate question: Do you feel like it is a good representation of who you are/how you project yourself?)
-I was so proud of that room! I loved every detail in that room. It was never anything so serious. There was a dildo chilling by the window that I'm pretty sure my neighbors can easily see. I had a peg board in front of my desk that helped me remind me of my importance. There were old pictures of fashion shows I've done, zines and books that my art friends have made, and letters with words of encouragement from my past mentors. All endearing things.
Q. How do you feel about where you are in life right now? Are you content with how everything is going and how you are portrayed?
-Ohhh we're getting to the gut now haha. I said to the world during that time that I want a midlife-crisis right now. That was early 2019. It's around the same time a year later, and I got what I asked for. I feel like I lost touch with myself, but at the same time I can't say that's a valid statement due to the lack of self-identity to begin with. A lot of self-reflecting and reminiscing is the theme of my life right now. I don't know if that's portrayed in my real-life image, but guaranteed my finsta says otherwise haha.
Q. Do you consider yourself a social person, or do you fall somewhere in between social and antisocial? (explain)
-I think I'm a social person. Parties are a hit or miss for me. At concerts, I love to talk to others if they allow me to. Mostly in times where socializing isn't expected, I feel eager to do so. Like when waiting in line for tea or especially to people who are working (it's not smart lol).
Q. Why did you want to be a part of this series?
-Initially, I asked you if you can help me take shots for my SS19 collection and you agreed. Then you offered me the chance to be in your room series and I agreed. I thought it would be cool to be a part of your project and to support it. Also, the fact that I can play muse was fun. I usually don't like being a subject and feel more comfortable "behind the scenes", but I was lively and excited during those times so I thought why not.
Q. How do you think you'll react to these photos later on in life?
-I'm smiling already. This is where I wish I could stop time.
Q.Did you have any following statements about your room? Anything you want people to take away from these photos?
-Your bed is the most private property you own.