G L Askew Ii, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This portrait photograph by G L Askew Ii captures a Black man in profile view against a dark, moody background. The subject has a short beard and mustache, and his eyes are closed in a calm, contemplative expression. He wears a vibrant yellow velvet durag tied snugly around his head and a thin gold chain necklace visible at the neckline of his dark shirt. The lighting is directional and dramatic, highlighting the contours of his face and the soft texture of the velvet material.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Gritty

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Context

Editorial, Portrait / Headshot