Ginny had a good thought with the change in conversation. It was probably best to stick to their present and (mutual) future, as the past was likely too depressing or awkward.
"Haven't made any moves just yet," he answered, "but I'm thinking about putting up an advert on the bulletin boards, looking for work illustrating." He'd told Ginny about his love of drawing when they were together, and she'd always encouraged him at it. "I'm hoping I'll be judged on my talent, not on, you know..." he gestured at himself, "...my age or skin color or anything."