Erica Hernandez, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This is a close-up studio shot of the cover of Billboard magazine. The main subject is a portrait of musician PartyNextDoor, featuring his dark hair styled in thick dreadlocks. He has dark facial hair forming a large beard, a nose ring, and wears a dark knit cap. The background is a solid, deep red. Text is visible including the 'billboard' masthead, 'SXSW 2024', and the musician's name. Additional magazine text gives hints of additional featured articles, including Illenium and Christian Nodal. The overall lighting is soft and even, emphasizing the textures of hair and skin.