Paul Mobley, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This is a black and white close-up portrait of an elderly woman with dark skin. The woman is seen from the chest up, her face filling most of the frame. She has a serious, slightly frowning expression. Her brow is furrowed, and her eyes are directed towards the viewer. She is wearing a patterned head covering that is tied on top of her head, with loose ends framing her face. The lighting is bright and even, accentuating the textures and lines on her face. The background is a plain white, which contrasts with her dark skin and emphasizes the details of her face and head covering. The image has a timeless, documentary-style feel.