Alexia Sidibe, Art Director, Paris

Description

A studio portrait showcases a Black man against a plain white background. The man is wearing a black turtleneck sweater. He is holding three gold-colored chess pieces suspended in the air with his hand, including a queen, a knight, and a king. The lighting is soft and diffused, creating subtle highlights and shadows that emphasize the textures of the chess pieces and the man's skin. The camera is positioned at eye level, allowing for a direct connection with the subject. The composition is simple and clean, directing focus on the man and the chess pieces.