Sandro, Photographer, Chicago

Description

This dramatic monochrome portrait captures the intense close-up expression of an older woman with her eyes tightly closed and mouth open in a weeping or crying expression. The stark black and white lighting creates high contrast across her face, accentuating facial lines, skin texture, and curling hair. Large hoop earrings are visible on her left ear. The background is completely dark, isolating the subject entirely within the frame. The photograph was taken by Sandro in Chicago.

Style

Artistic, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Background

Black Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot