Prince by T. Chick McClure

T. Chick McClure

Prince, 2021

Archival Pigment Print

This poignant photograph by T. Chick McClure presents a striking image of a person seated on the sidewalk against a wall, their body wrapped in a vibrant yellow hoodie. The subject's face stares out from under frazzled locks of hair, nearly hidden from view, tears streaming down their face while their arms and legs are lightly crossed, conveying sorrow and defeat.

Our gaze is drawn to the background, where we see a celebratory rendering of the iconic late musician Prince emblazoned on a city electrical box. The vibrant purple tones of the artwork contrast starkly with the bleak surroundings, and the yellow of the person's hoodie brings our attention back to the emotion of the individual, who seems lost in the harshness and tragedy of living.