Coty Tarr, Photographer, New York

Description

An athletic male with dreadlocks is captured in mid-air, seemingly frozen in a dynamic jump, dressed in a black hooded sweatshirt with striped sleeves, cream-colored shorts, white socks, and navy sneakers with yellow details. He's holding a pickleball paddle in his left hand, poised to strike a bright yellow ball suspended beside him. The background is a stark, clear gradient of dark blue sky, contrasting sharply with the light-colored rooftop or wall he appears to be leaping from, which is visible in the lower part of the frame. The lighting is bright and even, accentuating the sporty, energetic nature of the subject and their outdoor activity.