Lisa Boostani, Photographer, Paris

Description

A monochrome portrait features a young Black woman seated on a small platform draped with shiny material. She is positioned in the center of the frame, facing the camera with a neutral facial expression. Her legs are drawn up towards her chest, and she embraces them with her arms, creating a protective posture. The woman wears a strapless top, matching high-cut bottoms, and a pair of tulle gloves that extend to her mid-arms. She also wears tulle shoes. The backdrop is a smooth, neutral gray, providing a stark contrast to the darker tones of her skin and clothing. The lighting is soft, with a slightly blurred effect around the edges of the figure, which gives the image an ethereal feel. The composition is simple and focuses attention on the woman's form and pose. The high contrast of the black and white palette accentuates the textures of the tulle and the sheen of the draped platform.