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Monochrome profile portrait of a man with short hair leaning against a plain wall shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, Photographer, New York

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This monochrome photographic portrait captures a man in profile against a plain background, shot in New York by photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. The subject is shown from the chest up with a short haircut, his head tilted slightly backward in a contemplative expression. High-contrast lighting emphasizes the contours of his face, jawline, and neck, casting deep shadows that define the minimalist composition. The image utilizes a dramatic tonal range with rich blacks and bright highlights, creating an intimate and striking visual study.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Matte

Techniques

Analogue / film, Low-key / chiaroscuro

Background

Grey Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot