Pat Molnar, Photographer, New York

Description

A photograph depicts an Asian mother and daughter sitting on the front steps of a house, sharing an embrace. The daughter, with long dark hair, wears a yellow floral dress and a grey cardigan. She holds a blue object in her hand, possibly a phone or wallet. The mother, who has short grey hair, is wearing a cream colored cable knit sweater with a pink collared shirt underneath. Both women are smiling with their eyes closed as they hug. The house behind them has dark siding, white trim around the windows, and a dark door. Natural light illuminates the scene, casting soft shadows. The composition is a medium shot, capturing the upper bodies of the subjects. The overall mood is warm and intimate.