Matthew Priestley, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome fashion photograph by Matthew Priestley captures a Black female model posing in a sculptural, layered white dress with intricate open-work metallic or wire detailing winding across the bodice and skirt. The composition is shot in a vertical format against an abstract, painterly backdrop with dramatic light and shadow contrast. The model gazes directly at the camera with a serious expression, her short hair framing her face. The image employs rich film grain and high-contrast tonal rendering, emphasizing the tactile textures of the avant-garde garment and the organic sweep of the studio background.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film

Industries

Designer Fashion

Color

Background

Textured Backdrop

Context

Editorial