CLARENS/INTEGRITY, PT. 2 – LES INCLASSABLES – ZACH PHAN {EXCLUSIVE EDITORIAL SERIES}
Today we have Part 2 of photographer Zach Phan exclusive interview and editorial series with NAKID titled, ‘Les Inclassables‘. Starring model Clarens at ANOTHER SPECIES, with mua/hair by Shannie Jung at JUDY Inc., ‘Les Inclassables‘, french for The Indefinables, ‘refers to the unique quality of the youth of Montréal with different walks of life.’ says Phan. The series is inspired by the interrogation scenes on Law & Order. Of all the amazing never ending tv shows to model an interview/photo series around, that is definitely the top of the list. Zach seeks to understand his subject’s perspective in a series of questions, similar to those riveting SVU/Criminal Intent episodes, revealing insights about their experiences at school, others misconception of them or in general about people and why people become or are, depressed.
Zach Phan, based in Montreal, Canada, is a freelance and fashion photographer who seeks to empower his subjects with the use of rich narrative, eccentric visuals, and effortless movement.
See more of Zach Phan’s work here: INSTAGRAM / WEBSITE
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PT. 2 – INTERVIEW WITH CLARENS
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What is the worst thing that has happened at school?
I was playing basket ball with my friends in high school and when I blocked my opponent’s shot, he landed against the wall on his head. The court became a panic room.
Is there a song that have made you cry?
I’d cry to Lonely by Akon because it reminds me of my ex-girlfriend. She was the love of my life. The time we had together was the time of my life.
What is something you wish people would do more of?
Invest in positivity is a real thing. People would take this advice for granted, but only when you gain from positivity will you realize that it should be considered every day.
What is one advice you would give to your thirteen-year-old self?
Take every opportunity and don’t let others’ judgement cloud your intuition.
Why do some people get depressed?
Because they want more, yet don’t know what they want.
What is something some people should fix?
Lying about things that wouldn’t make a difference if the truth was told.
What is a misconception that people seem to have about the youth in Montréal?
That we are unapologetically ruthless and disrespectful. There is in fact a lot of love in the youth of Montréal.
What is missing in Montréal?
Street food. I’d go back to Brooklyn just for their cheap and delicious street food.
