Marvin Alexander, Make-up Artist, Los Angeles

Description

This low-angle portrait captures a Black man posing against a wall covered in diamond-patterned wallpaper featuring small rooster illustrations. He wears dark sunglasses with thick frames, a dark button-down shirt, a light-colored patterned neckscarf, a wide brown belt, and slate-colored trousers. The lighting creates a warm, vintage-toned atmosphere with distinct shadows. The composition emphasizes a strong upward perspective from below, highlighting the subject's styling and posture. Make-up artistry is credited to Marvin Alexander in Los Angeles.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Warm, 1970s

Techniques

Analogue / film

Industries

Designer Fashion

Color

Background

Organic Pattern

Context

Portrait / Headshot