Michael Avedon, Photographer, New York

Description

This black and white portrait features a middle-aged man with messy, light-colored hair. He is smoking, and a plume of white smoke obscures part of his face and neck. The man is wearing a collared shirt with a few buttons visible. The background is a plain white, providing a stark contrast to the darker tones of the man's face and clothing. The photo appears to be shot with a medium focal length, capturing a good level of detail. The overall aesthetic is simple and raw, emphasizing the subject's features and the smoke.