Emily Maye, Photographer, New York

Description

An editorial portrait by photographer Emily Maye captures a shirtless black male athlete in a boxing stance. The subject wears vibrant blue boxing shorts with a thick white elasticated waistband, and his hands are wrapped in blue boxing gloves that display a distinct motion blur. The composition is bathed in dramatic colored lighting, casting a deep teal-green tone across the textured background while warm red highlights edge the frame. The figure is captured in profile, emphasizing the muscular definition of his torso and arms as he holds a guarded posture. The low-key atmospheric lighting and dynamic motion create a moody, cinematic quality throughout the frame.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Raw

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Combat Sports

Color

Background

Textured Backdrop

Context

Editorial