Melissa Alcena, Photographer, New York

Description

An athletic African-American male leaps with outstretched arms against a backdrop of clear blue sky. He wears bright yellow shorts. The image, captured at a low angle, accentuates the height and dynamism of his jump. The sky, a gradient of blues, is punctuated by a few wispy white clouds. Sunlight highlights the man's muscular form, adding definition to his silhouette. The composition is simple, focusing on the subject's energy and motion against the vastness of the sky. The photo uses natural lighting to capture a clear, vibrant scene.