Russell James, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features a woman looking back over her bare shoulder toward the camera, captured in moody high-contrast lighting. Her dark, wet curly hair falls across her face and neck, partially obscuring her gaze. Speckles and freckles adorn her skin across her cheek, nose, and shoulder blade, adding texture and visual depth. The composition focuses intimately on her upper body and profile against a dark, minimal background. Photographer Russell James creates a dramatic and tactile mood through careful tonal separation and sharp textural details.