John Blais, Photographer, Chicago

Description

This black and white portrait features a couple seated closely and embracing on a weathered wooden park bench. The woman wears tight denim jeans, a graphic t-shirt with visible lettering, and sneakers, while holding a folded puffer jacket across her lap. The man beside her wears sweatpants and dark sneakers, with his arm wrapped around her shoulder. The ground beneath the bench is paved with stone blocks, and fallen autumn leaves are scattered nearby. The natural lighting and candid posture create an intimate atmosphere, framed closely to focus on the subjects.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Monochrome, Gritty

Color

Background

Park

Context

Portrait / Headshot