Robert Ascroft, Photographer, New York

Description

This black and white portrait features an African American adult female wearing a patterned suit. The subject is positioned in a studio-like setting with a textured backdrop. She is wearing a dark suit with a subtle pattern, a white collared shirt, and a dark tie. The woman has an asymmetrical hairstyle, with short hair on one side of her head and longer, curly hair on the other. She is wearing large hoop earrings and rings. Her pose is relaxed, with one hand resting on her stomach. The lighting is balanced, providing soft highlights and shadows. The photograph is rendered in monochrome.