Lucie Sassiat, Photographer, Paris

Description

A black and white close-up portrait features an African American adult female with her eyes closed. The composition employs dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, emphasizing the contrast between light and shadow across her face. A portion of her face is cast in deep shadow, while the other side is illuminated, accentuating her features. The model is wearing a textured material that drapes around her neck. The image is a portrait, with a shallow depth of field, making the details sharp.