Matthew Priestley, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features a woman photographed by Matthew Priestley against a solid dark background. The subject is styled with a dramatic, high sculpted hairstyle that incorporates lighter tones at the top, and wears a dark patterned embroidered jacket over a textured garment. A rigid metallic choker encircles her neck, complemented by dangling pearl earrings and rings on her fingers. The lighting is focused and directional, casting soft shadows that emphasize the intricate details of the embroidery and the sharp lines of the metallic accessory. The composition is a vertical half-length shot with a serious, direct gaze towards the camera.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Clean

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Luxury Fashion Houses

Color

Background

Black Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot