Brian Sassmann, Photographer, New York
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Description
This close-up photographic portrait captures a Black woman looking back over her shoulder with a direct gaze, her hair intricately styled and interwoven with spiky thistle or seed head botanicals. The dramatic composition is rendered in a high-contrast monochrome or deep sepia tone, creating rich dark shadows and sharp highlights across her features. The lighting sculpts her face and shoulders, emphasizing the textured interplay between organic floral elements and her expression. Captured by photographer Brian Sassmann, the image balances botanical elements with intimate portraiture.
Style
Artistic, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty
Techniques
Low-key / chiaroscuro
Context
Portrait / Headshot, Fine Art / Personal Project