Landon Nordeman, Photographer, New York

Description

This dramatic fashion portrait by photographer Landon Nordeman in New York captures a woman framed in deep shadows with targeted overhead lighting illuminating her face. She wears a dark, sheer garment embellished with ornate gold leaf leaf-like appliqués that catch the light along her shoulder and chest. The low-key lighting creates a high-contrast chiaroscuro effect, throwing much of the composition into darkness while highlighting her expression and the reflective metallic textures. A subtle second figure is faintly visible in the dim background behind her left shoulder. The intense shadows and selective illumination emphasize the intricate metallic detailing and the rich textures of the clothing.

Style

Editorial, Horizontal, Moody, Matte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Designer Fashion

Color

Context

Editorial