Aaron Richter, Photographer, New York

Description

A black and white portrait features an older adult woman with short, wavy white hair. She is gazing downward with a pensive expression. Her hands are raised, cradling her face, with her elbows out of view. The woman is wearing a dark-collared shirt, and a glimpse of a beaded necklace is visible at her neck. The backdrop is a stark black, focusing all attention on the subject's face and hands. The black and white aesthetic emphasizes the textures of her skin and hair, highlighting the wrinkles on her face and hands. The lighting is soft, creating subtle shadows that accentuate her features.