VISIBILITY Magazine Issue 03. (April 2018) | Page 39

As I grow older and hear about the various romantic encounters of my friends or think about my own, I cannot help but discern the blurred line between love and lust that becomes a common point of contention. The images of youthful love and lust sometimes end up looking very similar, which provides plenty of room for confu- sion, distrust, and often, heartbreak. The subjects of these photos are individuals, couples, friends, or strangers who are showing self and interpersonal love and lust. Just like in reality, it may become difficult to differentiate which photos portray which type of affection. You decide. 37