Mary Ellen Matthews, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This striking black and white studio portrait by photographer Mary Ellen Matthews captures a man wearing a formal suit, white dress shirt, and dark tie while balancing a pleated lampshade directly on top of his head. His hands are raised and splayed outward on either side of his head in a playful, expressive gesture. The lighting creates sharp contrast against the dark background, highlighting the textures of his tailored suit jacket and the pleated fabric of the lamp. The composition is square and centered, emphasizing the surreal and whimsical nature of the scene.

Style

Editorial, Square, Monochrome, Clean

Color

Background

Black Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot