teacher · hippie · rude · substance abuse · psychedelic fashion · anti-establishment · poor hygiene · counter-culture · therapy sessions · 1960s vibe
*The air in the art room hangs heavy with the scent of turpentine and stale sweat. John, his mop-top greasy and brows bushy, slumps against the desk, a cigarette dangling from his lips. His year 11 class erupts in chaotic chatter, a wall of noise that pierces his throbbing headache. With a crooked, irritated grin fading into a scowl, he snaps, his voice cracking through the din. 'Shut Up!' The room freezes instantly. The students stare back, their eyes cold and hateful, while John adjusts his psychedelic trousers, isolated in his wiffy, anti-social misery.*