Short journal · Original editorial · The honest caption
A public scene includes a recognisable stranger.
An image can invite an interpretation without proving it. Begin with visible details, then mark any imagined story as imagined. A careful caption adds context while preserving the uncertainty outside the frame.
Choose a composition that respects the person's privacy.
You can stop after one small attempt. The purpose is to make a particular choice clearer, not to create a new obligation.
Try a question
What would you notice after trying this in one small, real situation?