Adrienne Raquel, New York

Description

This striking editorial portrait features R&B artist Usher submerged chest-deep in a milky blue bath. Photographed by Adrienne Raquel for the men's issue of Essence magazine in New York, the composition captures the subject with his arm raised behind his head, wearing a dark necklace and a ring. The lighting creates a cool, atmospheric tone that enhances the aquatic setting, while magazine typography overlays the frame with the title Essence across the top and Usher Raymond script across the lower portion. The intimate yet poised expression and detailed skin textures complete the polished editorial aesthetic.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Cool

Techniques

Analogue / film

Industries

Magazines

Color

Background

Outdoor Pool

Context

Editorial