Mary Ellen Matthews, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features a close-up profile of a woman with dark hair, looking upward and away from the camera. Her expression is serene and contemplative, highlighted by defined winged eyeliner and softly contoured lips. High-contrast directional lighting creates deep shadows and crisp highlights across her cheekbone, nose, and shoulder. The background is a solid, deep black, emphasizing the dramatic tonal range and intimate composition of the shot. Captured by photographer Mary Ellen Matthews, the image employs a classic studio lighting technique to accentuate the sculptural qualities of the subject.