Erik Tanner, Photographer, New York

Description

In a monochrome, eye-level studio shot, a bearded adult male in a dark blazer leans on a table, holding a cigarette. His expression is calm and direct. The setting appears to be an indoor domestic space, possibly a kitchen, with cabinetry and shelving visible in the background. The lighting is soft, highlighting the man's face and the textures of his clothing. The lack of color and the shallow depth of field add a timeless, intimate feel to the image. A table occupies the foreground, with the man's arm resting on it, and the cigarette held in his hand.