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Colby Johnes
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"The Quest for Certainty blocks the Search for Meaning. Uncertainty is the very condition which impels Man to unfold his Powers." -Erich Fromm
Name: Colby Johnes
Age: 28
Profession: Associate Professor of Photography, LoCiU (Locity University). When he's not bucking for tenure, Colby volunteers at the Library's Media Archives, exhibits work, and is a freelance photographer.
Personality: Colby's head is always in the clouds, a moment away from drifting off: even though he's perpetually fascinated by the world around him, he's always observed it through another lens. Photography became an easy source of expression for him, letting him make sense of the world by capturing it for scrutiny. Just like film, he likes to process life on his own time. Unfortunately, life has other plans....
Appearance: Colby manages to keep himself looking well-put-together, with the exception of grass stains, random bits of grass, and other such additions from impromptu photo sessions with people, buildings, or nature, or whatever else has caught his amber eyes. When he sits back and drinks his small batch craft beers on Beersday (that's Thursday to everyone else who has to teach Friday morning), you might even think Mr. Johnes is one of those hip, urban blacks. But the longer you're around, the more you notice him fidgeting; he's just not a social guy at heart.
Strengths: As a photographer, Colby is extremely observant, and has a keen eye for capturing personality. In front of the camera or under scrutiny? He's kind of shy...but behind the camera, he knows how to put the patter on and make people feel comfortable, at least for a little while. This transfers over easily to his students, making the awkward man a favorite on campus even if everyone agrees he's kind of a dork. His love of records probably doesn't help much; only Colby would pull over across three lanes of traffic for a turntable yard sale.
Colby also runs, even though he's pretty sure he looks ridiculous while doing so, and he's never really sure if it'll end in wheezing or not. As a result, the man's got stamina. Yeah, you heard that right, ladies.
Weaknesses: Colby has had asthma since childhood, and so in some situations, he may experience an attack. However, his symptoms are better controlled if he takes a combination inhaler every 12 hours.
Colby is near-sighted, and must wear glasses. While he can see somewhat without them, they are a must for his day-to-day interaction. Prolonged strain on his eyes, with or without his glasses, leads to headaches.
Objects of Note:Colby carries a photographer's "survival kit" with him at all times, including a 5" leatherman multitool, a bendable tripod, and snacks, because hey! You never know. He also carries his inhaler (you also never know), and his Canon Rebel XT EOS. It's not his nicest camera, by any means, but he can carry it around everywhere without feeling guilty or paranoid. If he does feel paranoid, well, at least he also carries an exacto knife with spare blades.
The Occasional · Wed Jun 22, 2011 @ 09:13am · 0 Comments |
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