Cruz Valdez, Photographer, New York

Description

A monochrome portrait captures a person with short, sleek black hair parted in the middle, and dramatic black eyeliner that emphasizes the eyes. The subject wears a casual grey long-sleeved shirt with a crew neck. The background is a plain grey, creating a stark contrast and drawing full attention to the individual. Lighting is even, which minimizes shadows and highlights the person's features. Compositionally, the shot is a medium close-up, focusing on the head and shoulders. The overall effect is modern and stylized, emphasizing makeup and minimalist fashion.