Matthew Sprout, Photographer, New York

Description

This extreme macro portrait focuses tightly on an open mouth, showcasing glossy pink lips and a delicate saliva strand connecting the upper teeth to the tongue. A metallic silver barbell piercing rests on the visible tongue inside the dark oral cavity. The shot is captured by photographer Matthew Sprout with sharp focus on the lip texture, fine skin pores, and specular highlights reflecting off the glossy cosmetic finish. The composition fills the entire frame with rich textural detail, emphasizing the high-contrast lighting between the illuminated exterior lips and the shadowed interior.

Style

Editorial, Square, Glossy, Tactile

Techniques

Macro, Natural light

Industries

Cosmetics

Color

Context

Portrait / Headshot