Brian Sassmann, Photographer, New York

Description

This black and white portrait captures a striking woman with a neutral expression. She wears a blazer and a straw hat that casts soft shadows on her face. The composition is tightly framed, focusing on her face and upper body. The woman has an African American appearance. The image exhibits a smooth, shallow depth of field, enhancing the focus on her features. The neutral background and close-up framing contribute to the intimate and direct feel of the shot. The tonality of the image emphasizes the textures of the hat and the fabric of the blazer. The overall effect is both classic and contemporary, highlighting the model's features.