Clifford Prince King

Between its soft focus and red glare, this image is hard to discern at first glance. It appears to be two images that connect an outdoor moment to an interior scene. 

Clifford Prince King is known for his intimate domestic scenes of Queer Black men. This photograph, too, suggests the heartbeat of everyday life. King has discussed his focus:

I think representation can save a lot of people years of confusion and heartache, by seeing themselves (in media and art) being portrayed within everyday life. I think that can provide courage, understanding and ease for someone’s personal journey. I find that I’ve created most images because I hadn’t seen this form of intimacy and closeness amongst people like myself.

–Conor Moynihan, assistant curator of prints, drawings, and photographs