Michael Avedon, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking monochrome portrait features Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg captured in a tight bust-length frame. She wears distinctive dark-rimmed eyeglasses, textured circular earrings, and a dark garment accented by an intricate, patterned embroidered collar featuring beaded fringe and a central pearl-like embellishment. The lighting creates strong directional highlights and deep shadows across her face, emphasizing expression and facial detail. The background is a neutral, seamless grey tone. This editorial portrait was photographed by Michael Avedon in New York.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome, Matte

Techniques

Analogue / film, Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Background

Grey Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot