Damon Baker, Photographer, New York

Description

A black and white portrait captures a light-skinned adult smoking a cigarette, viewed in profile from the neck up. The individual has tousled, wavy hair and is wearing sunglasses, adding a touch of mystery. The subject is dressed in a tweed jacket or coat, only a portion of which is visible in the lower left corner. The backdrop is a plain white, emphasizing the contrast and directing the focus to the subject's face and the smoke from the cigarette. The image is tightly framed, creating an intimate and close-up feel, highlighting the texture of the hair and clothing.