Matthew Brookes, Photographer, Paris

Description

This black and white portrait captures a female fencer in a focused stance, extending a foil weapon upwards. She wears a sleeveless white athletic top and trousers featuring branded straps draped over her shoulder. Her hair is tied back in a ponytail, revealing her determined expression. The background consists of a dark, textured studio drop-off that enhances the monochrome contrast of the composition. Directed by Matthew Brookes, the image employs stark lighting to accentuate the textures of her attire and the metallic gleam of the weapon handle.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Matte

Industries

Tennis

Color

Background

Textured Backdrop

Context

Portrait / Headshot