Celebrity Photographer On: Self Love, Coming Out, Social Change, Colorism + Homophobia | Henry Jimenez

Welcome back to Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know! In today’s episode, we’re exploring the vibrant world of creative vision with the talented Henry Jimenez. At just 24, Henry has made waves in fashion and celebrity photography, using his art to challenge norms and advocate for social change. Join us as we discuss his journey from a young boy in Comalcalco, Mexico, to a dynamic force in Los Angeles, touching on topics like colorism, identity, and the power of storytelling. Whether you’re an aspiring creative or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with insights and advice you won’t want to miss! Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:48 - Who The Hell Are You 00:09:01 - Henry’s backstory  00:11:05 - Colorism on TV 00:12:36 - Photographing celebrities  00:13:16 - Mexican heritage and living in LA 00:15:26 - Machismo, homophobia, and coming out  00:17:53 - Religion  00:21:54 - Feeling like an outsider 00:23:51 - Henry coming out to his mom 00:29:15 - Max’s coming out story  00:31:08 - Henry’s childhood and triggers  00:33:40 - Max’s father  00:35:21 - Artistic vision and Henry’s Angels  00:36:59 - Feeling beautiful  00:38:33 - Growing up in the panhandle  00:41:19 - Colorism around the world 00:42:45 - Collaboration  00:44:35 - Advice for aspiring creatives  00:45:09 - Ignoring the haters  00:46:38 - What’s next for Henry 00:47:50 - Fight me  Sponsored By: BIOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 10% off Nutrisense Click here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month Puori Go to Puori.com/maxemerson and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off  Sparkle Club Get your limited edition hard copy today Check Out Henry: Instagram Tik Tok Youtube Check Out Max: Instagram YouTube TikTok Thank you to all my patreon subscribers!  Nate Heffel, Tobin Schiller ,James M, Christopher Neefus, Heskel, Michael Carpentiere, Timothy Cardoso, Shane Ouyang, Brian Joaquin, Carabalda, Brendan Saunders, Jeff Jay, James LEE, Andy, 正 , George Acosta, Michael Rice, Nathan Filip, Linda Johnson, Stephen Weathers, Kean Phan, James Powell, Landy Manderson