Every generation faces the question: What does it mean to be the New American? It’s a question of identity, rooted in the balancing act between heritage and innovation, tradition and reinvention. For Fidelis Teixeira, a first-generation Cape Verdean, the answer lies at the intersection of creativity and movement.
Fidelis’ journey is one of bridging worlds—honoring his Cape Verdean roots while carving his path as a creative force in running culture. As a photographer and Heartbreak Boston’s GM, he uses his lens not just to capture moments but to tell stories.
Through running, Fidelis embraces the rhythm of forward motion, a metaphor for the immigrant experience itself. It’s the act of moving toward something greater while carrying the weight of where you’ve come from. His work, both behind the lens and in the running community, reflects a vision of what the New American could be: rooted in heritage, yet boundless in ambition; individual, yet deeply communal.
"Moment's in the Middle" is a photo/blog project capturing behind-the-scenes moments around Heartbreak and in Fidelis's life & travels.
The middle for Fidelis isn’t about having a static identity. It’s about having the courage to create, to connect, and to redefine—not just for himself, but for those who come next.
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Moments in the Middle is a series on Heartbreak's blog, the Heartbeat, featuring photography by Fidelis Teixeira curated by Marielle Hall. It's about defining those middle moments—the times that often go unnoticed but carry the weight of who we are and what we value. These are the moments of connection: to place, to community, and to each other. Learn more here. You can search more on the blog here.