Luis Alberto Rodriguez, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features artist Nicki Minaj captured in New York by photographer Luis Alberto Rodriguez. The subject stands centrally in a full-length pose, wearing a dark open coat over a dark top and distressed denim shorts, accessorized with towering stiletto heels. Her long dark hair cascades around her shoulders, and her hand rests near her head in a confident pose. The high-contrast black and white lighting creates deep shadows and highlights her silhouette against a plain, textured studio backdrop. The composition is vertical and intimate, emphasizing dramatic tonal range and bold styling.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Gritty

Techniques

Analogue / film, Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Magazines

Color

Background

Grey Seamless

Context

Editorial