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Black and white portrait of Asian men in traditional festival coats talking outdoors, photographed by Carlotta Manaigo.

Carlotta Manaigo, Milan

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Description

This black and white image features a group of Asian men gathered outdoors, captured in a candid and observational style. In the foreground, one man in his 30s with dark hair and a goatee is mid-conversation, wearing a patterned undergarment beneath a light-colored traditional festival coat with Japanese characters inscribed on the lapels. Another man stands close by in profile, gesturing slightly with his hand. The background reveals additional figures wearing matching white garments and traditional head coverings in what appears to be a busy public street or festival setting. The composition uses high-contrast monochrome tones and natural lighting to emphasize textures in the clothing and the candid interactions between the individuals.

Style

Documentary, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film

Color

Pure White (60%)
Jet Black (40%)

Background

Street

Context

Editorial