Kwaku Alston, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking editorial portrait captured by photographer Kwaku Alston features a figure completely enveloped in an ornate, heavily textured costume covered in beads, sequins, and colorful fringed tassels. The elaborate garment displays intricate embroidered animal motifs and blue lettering across the chest, while the face is entirely concealed by a dense beaded mask and matching headdress. The subject holds dark round objects or fans with fringe trim in both gloved hands. The composition is set against a clean, unbroken white background that emphasizes the vibrant colors and tactile complexity of the textile work.

Style

Artistic, Vertical, Warm, Clean

Color

Background

White Seamless

Context

Editorial