Mark Seliger, Photographer, New York

Description

A black-and-white portrait captures a woman with short, tousled hair, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a tailored black coat with a large, oversized bow tie, its dark fabric contrasting against the slightly lighter background. The backdrop is a muted grey, providing a soft, diffused light that subtly highlights the contours of her face and the texture of her clothing. The shallow depth of field keeps the focus sharp on the subject, blurring the background. The woman's hair is styled in a way that adds volume and texture to her overall appearance. The simplicity of the composition emphasizes the subject's features and the bold design of the bow tie.