John Keatley, Photographer, Seattle

Description

Five individuals are lined up in single file on a vibrant pink carpet against a backdrop of deep magenta velvet drapes and a retro set frame illuminated with round bulbs. A man on the far left wears a tailored purple suit with a bow tie and glasses, holding a vintage microphone on a cord. Behind him, four other people stand with their hands resting on the waist of the person in front, dressed in colourful mid-century inspired apparel including pastel dresses, patterned cardigans, and textured blazers. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting the saturated tones and theatrical studio staging. Photographer John Keatley captures the scene with a composed, horizontal framing reminiscent of mid-century television variety shows.

Style

Editorial, Horizontal, Warm, Retro

Color

Background

Set-dressed

Context

Portrait / Headshot