Rob Fiocca, Photographer, New York

Description

This still life photograph features a variety of black and grey foods on a dark surface. A generous portion of black linguine pasta is nestled near the bottom of the frame, next to a bowl filled with dark, glistening olives. A wedge of white cheese sits atop a sheet of dark nori, adding contrast. Nearby, cloves of black garlic and scattered grains of black rice enhance the monochromatic theme. Dried mushrooms add texture, and a wooden scoop rests near a wooden bowl also filled with black rice. The composition is lit to enhance the textures of the foods, creating a moody and elegant image.