Maggie Shannon, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This black and white photograph by Maggie Shannon captures an outdoor interaction between a performer in an elaborate medieval costume and a young child. The costumed character wears a structured high collar, cape, and a tall crown, striking a playful pose with a slight tongue-out expression while looking down at the child. The child, held in the arms of an adult seen from behind on the left, gazes up inquisitively at the performer. The surrounding environment features dappled sunlight filtering through overhead tree branches, creating natural contrast on the figures. In the background, out-of-focus park elements and distant visitors complete the casual documentary atmosphere.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film

Color

Background

Park

Context

Editorial