Maggie Shannon, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This black and white editorial photograph by Maggie Shannon captures an intimate and powerful moment of a water birth. The central subject, a woman with curly hair, has her eyes closed and an emotional expression as she holds a newborn infant. Another person with braided hair and visible tattoos on their shoulder observes closely from the right, while gloved hands reach in to assist from the left. The scene is presented across a double-page spread of a bound book, featuring sharp monochrome tones and natural lighting. The raw, documentary-style composition emphasizes the deeply emotional human experience.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film

Color

Context

Editorial