Djeneba Aduayom, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking portrait captured in New York by photographer Djeneba Aduayom features a Black woman posing against a muted dark background. She wears a form-fitting black dress detailed with textured gold panels and sheer inserts, complementing her extensive sleeve tattoos. Her hair is styled in an elaborate, sculptural updo of long braids arranged in a circular halo frame around her head. Both hands are raised gracefully to frame her face, highlighting her manicured white nails. The soft, directional lighting accentuates the sculptural contours of her attire and the intricate textures of her hairstyle.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Warm

Techniques

Natural light

Color

Background

Solid Colour

Context

Portrait / Headshot