Photography and Dancing

Photography and dancing are symbols of the need to express oneself. The two main characters who are never named are a photographer and a dancer. Both make the point that there is much more to them than just being a photographer and dancer.

The Barbershop

The photographer feels that taking time to be at the barbershop demonstrates self-love. He feels the freedom to be himself at the barbershop.

Colors

The author uses colors to describe many actions, sounds, and emotions. The photographer's mood is described as being "blue." As a color, blue represents his mood as “cool” and under control. The photographer wishes it would turn to red so that it can explode, hoping that dealing with it will eliminate it. As a color, red usually symbolizes heat.

The Police Order to Get on the Ground

The photographer describes being stopped by police and...