Michele Laurita, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This striking black and white editorial portrait captures two subjects posed outdoors against an open horizon. In the foreground, a shirtless man with dark hair and a beard rests his forearms on a metallic railing while looking directly toward the camera. Behind him, a woman wearing a vintage leather aviator helmet fitted with goggles rests her arms over his shoulders with her eyes gently closed. The high-contrast monochromatic grading emphasizes the textures of their skin, leather, and metal accessories. The composition highlights a classic, vintage-inspired aesthetic reminiscent of mid-century aviation or motorcycle culture.

Style

Editorial, Horizontal, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film

Color

Background

Clear Sky

Context

Editorial