Perry Ogden, Photographer, Dublin

Description

A studio portrait features a Black woman wearing a dark, long coat, wide-leg pants with cuffed hems, and platform Mary Jane shoes. Her most striking feature is a large hat adorned with feathers. She is seated on a wooden chair, positioned next to a small table covered with a white crocheted tablecloth, on which rests a vase of roses. The background is a simple white wall, complemented by a patterned floor. The lighting is soft, with no strong shadows, enhancing the overall artistic feel of the black-and-white photograph. The composition emphasizes the model's poise and the textures of her clothing and surroundings.