Adam Franzino, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This striking black and white portrait features a woman captured in profile against a dark background. She wears a dark garment off one shoulder, while a pale snake snakes its way gracefully across her back and over her collarbone. Her hair is cut into a sharp, straight-edged bob with short bangs, framing her serious expression and defined jawline. Dramatic lighting highlights the contours of her face and the texture of the snake's scales. The composition evokes a moody, high-contrast aesthetic characteristic of studio portraiture.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Background

Black Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot