DISCLAIMER: SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES WERE FOLLOWED CLOSELY AT THE TIME OF THIS PHOTOSHOOT WITH ALL THE SAFETY MEASURES IN PLACE TO PROTECT MYSELF AND ALEX.
The next subject I’ve photographed for this photography series is Alex Maurice.
As we continue to face the challenges that lie ahead with COVID-19, the wave of emotions we experience mentally as a result of the pandemic reflect how we’ve had to adapt to this new way of life we’re currently experiencing.
For Alex, the genuine emotions he exhibits in this photo-set struck a chord with me, because you can see the raw emotions in his facial expressions that determine how he genuinely feels.
I’m Having Serious Thoughts About What I Want to Do Next. 
Believe in Yourself! Embrace Who You Truly Are! 
What Was It I Was Thinking About Earlier?
I’m Feeling Curious Right Now!
Looking Forward to the Future!
I’m Wondering, Should I Have Done That Before? 
Ugh! Don’t Talk! Don’t Even Speak! 
Seriously, What is Going On Over There? I Want to Find Out. 
This is the Most Content I’ve Ever Felt in My Life & I Feel So Liberated!
What’s interesting about this photo-set is how Alex carried his genuine emotions as he wasn’t afraid to show what puts him in a good mood, including how he genuinely felt underneath it all.
I’m Focusing On You Now!
What Are They Even Meant to Be Doing? 
I Can Feel the Pressure Weighing Down on My Shoulders. 
What Are They Trying to Prove?
I Was Just Thinking of Something That Made Me Laugh the Other Day & Now It’s Made Me Laugh Again! 
I’m Still Laughing About it Even Now!
You’ve Got My Attention Now, What Do You Want Me to Do? 
I Was Just Thinking Exactly The Same Thing You Were Thinking. 
What Should I Do Now?
What I think is powerful is that his emotions are visible and genuine because the pandemic has given all of us time to reflect on how we feel mentally now as opposed to life before the coronavirus.
It’s clear that with Alex exhibiting his genuine emotions, his emotions reflect the reality we are all currently facing.
You’ve Got My Attention Now, Though That Don’t Impress Me Much!
The Future’s Looking Bright! I Can Feel It! 
My Curiosity is What Helps Me to Plan My Future & I’m Looking Forward to What the Future Awaits! 
You’ve Already Asked Me That! 
Is it Wrong for Me to Say I’m Feeling Overwhelmed Because of This Pandemic? 
I’m Just Taking a Few Moments to Gather My Thoughts.
You’ll Never Take My True Authenticity Away From Me, Ever!
Seriously? 
I Have High Hopes For What the Future May Bring!
Should I Go Ahead & Seize The Opportunity?
I experimented with doing dutch angle photography during this photoshoot, which is the first time in a long while since I’ve produced photography work that used the dutch angle technique.
Looking Ahead to Endless Possibilities! 
What’s That in the Distance? 
I Have Purpose!
As cases of mental health are increasing every day, we all must reach out now more than ever to one another to see how everyone is doing, as mental health matters and should never go under the radar.
With the current situation of the government’s actions impacting how we live throughout everyday life, we all need to be there for one another and should never overlook mental health.
Mental health needs to be acknowledged, now, more than ever!
If this photo-set inspires you, please reach out to me.
I want you to feel comfortable opening up about your mental health, and please tell me how this pandemic has changed your way of life.
I’m so keen to hear from all of you!
🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEX MAURICE! 🎂
Alex Smithson
Equipment Used:
- Nikon D3300
- TAMRON AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2
- iPhone 7 Plus & iPhone 11
- App Used: Instagram (Free)
- Filter Used: Inkwell
Location of Photoshoot: Crystal Palace Park, London, United Kingdom
Date of Photoset Produced: Tuesday 7th July 2020
Mother Nature 
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