Melissa Alcena, Photographer, New York

Description

This intimate close-up editorial portrait by photographer Melissa Alcena captures the side profile of a Black woman against a dark, moody background. She wears a textured pink feathered garment that frames the lower edge of the frame. Her makeup features a glossy pink eyeshadow that catches the low-key lighting, highlighting the contours of her face. The composition employs dramatic shadow and selective illumination, focusing attention on the textures of her skin, hair, and the soft feathers.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Matte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Designer Fashion

Color

Background

Black Seamless

Context

Editorial