Jared Soares, Photographer, Seattle

Description

This striking portrait captures the profile of a Black man with short dark hair and a trimmed beard, looking upward. He wears a light pink patterned shirt illuminated by a focused overhead light source that catches the top of his head and shoulder. The background is dark and indistinct, creating strong contrast and emphasis on the subject. Shot by photographer Jared Soares, the composition employs dramatic lighting to highlight the contours of the subject's face.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Matte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Background

Solid Colour

Context

Portrait / Headshot