Billy Kidd, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features a Black man with a full afro hairstyle wearing a heavy, double-breasted leather coat with a textured collar and prominent silver buttons. His hands are raised near his face, showcasing rings on his fingers against a stark white studio background. The lighting is crisp and directional, accentuating the rich texture of the leather garment and the sharp contrast of the composition. Billy Kidd captures a direct, intense gaze from the subject, emphasizing form and material detail in a clean studio setting.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Clean

Techniques

Analogue / film, Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Menswear

Color

Background

White Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot