Nick Laham, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

A black and white studio photograph features two hands coated in dried mud or clay, extending towards the viewer. The fingers are spread apart, revealing the texture of the dirt clinging to the skin. The forearms are partially visible, also covered in mud. In the background, a torso is vaguely discernible, with clothing similarly soiled. The image has a gritty, tactile quality. The composition emphasizes the hands and their texture, which is enhanced by studio lighting. The black-and-white tones give the photograph a timeless, documentary feel.