Stephanie Peterson, Make-up Artist, Los Angeles

Description

This black and white portrait captures a woman with her hair styled in elaborate braids on top of her head. She holds a cigarette between her lips while a hand brings a lit lighter close to the tip. She wears a sleeveless white top, and her makeup, executed by Stephanie Peterson, features defined eyes and lips. The lighting creates stark highlights and deep shadows across her face and the hand holding the lighter, emphasizing the high-contrast aesthetic. The background is dark and indistinct, focusing entirely on the subject.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Matte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Context

Editorial