Benjamin Rasmussen, Photographer, Denver

Description

A striking portrait captures a Black woman posing outdoors near a body of water, wearing elaborate traditional attire. She wears a vibrant yellow gele headwrap, matching yellow sash with floral details, a multi-strand red coral bead necklace, and coordinating earrings. Her white lace top features intricate cutout patterns, paired with a white skirt and a green Miss Nigeria USA sash crossing her torso. The natural daylight softly illuminates the scene, highlighting the rich textures of her garments and jewelry against a tranquil, out-of-focus background of trees and water.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Earthy, Clean

Techniques

Analogue / film, Natural light

Color

Background

Park

Context

Portrait / Headshot