BrandEsquire China
ProjectLocal Heroes
Esquire China Local Heroes 2026
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Description
An extreme close-up profile portrait captures a Black male model with glistening water droplets and damp texture across his forehead, cheek, and jawline. The composition focuses intimately on the skin's surface and contours under dramatic side lighting that creates soft highlights and deep shadows. In the upper right corner, a subtle teal background provides subtle contrast to the warm, earthy tones of the subject's face. Shot for the Local Heroes story in Esquire China by photographer Xiuyu Chang.
Style
Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Tactile
Techniques
Macro, Low-key / chiaroscuro
Industries
Magazines
Background
Solid Colour
Context
Editorial