Chieska Fortune Smith, Photographer, London

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This striking monochrome portrait features a woman seated on a wooden staircase, captured by photographer and director Chieska Fortune Smith. The subject wears a dark coat draped over her shoulders and holds a small handbag, positioned centrally with high-contrast dramatic lighting casting strong shadows across the scene. The grainy black-and-white texture accentuates the architectural lines of the wooden stairs and the textured surfaces of the clothing. The composition creates a moody, intimate atmosphere while highlighting form and shadow.