Ke'Shawn Collins and Alena Collins

Recorded December 16, 2023 Archived December 16, 2023 35:18 minutes
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Id: mby023399

Description

Ke'Shawn Collins (22) speaks with his mother, Alena Collins (40), about his gratitude for her support through his artistic career, and Alena expresses pride in her son's work. Both discuss life lessons and values they have leaned on throughout their lives.

Subject Log / Time Code

Alena talks about being a young mother. Ke'Shawn expresses gratitude for Alena. Alena shares her pride in her son and his artistic career.
Ke'Shawn mentions his mother's artwork. Alena describes the beginning of her design business.
Ke'Shawn describes lessons that Alena taught him. Alena shares more life lessons for Ke'Shawn.
Ke'Shawn shares a compliment he received in his work. Alena talks about the importance of asking for help.
Alena shares the perspective she gained as she has gotten older and asks Ke'Shawn the advice he would give to his younger self.
Alena shares dreams Ke'Shawn had for himself when he was younger. Alena remembers her mother and her mother's belief in Ke'Shawn. Both express gratitude to the Opelousas community for supporting Ke'Shawn.
Alena describes a notable teacher in Ke'Shawn's life. Ke'Shawn mentions the larger network of support that he benefited from.
Alena and Ke'Shawn recall Ke'Shawn's childhood memories.
Ke'Shawn tells a story he wrote about flowers and the strength of true love.
Ke'Shawn describes a memorable romantic relationship and takeaways from the relationship.
Both express gratitude for the present moment and opportunity to speak with each other.

Participants

  • Ke'Shawn Collins
  • Alena Collins

Recording Locations

Opelousas Museum

Venue / Recording Kit

Partnership Type

Outreach

Initiatives