Luke Gilford, Photographer, New York

Description

A close-up portrait features a fair-skinned young adult with shoulder-length brown hair styled with a side part. The subject wears a pinstripe suit, accessorized with a patterned tie and a circular brooch, set against a backdrop of a beach scene with a blend of dark purple, orange and yellow sky above the horizon. An older, fair-skinned hand with distinct wrinkles and bright red manicured nails rests on the young adult's face. The hand wears a ring and the sleeve of a black blazer is visible. The composition creates a striking contrast of textures and colors.