Ruven Afanador, Photographer, New York

Description

A black and white portrait features actress Tessa Thompson on the cover of The New York Times Magazine. She is centered in the frame, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a dark, low-cut dress with thin straps. Her hair is styled in braids. She has rings on her fingers. An object resembling a folding fan or pleated fabric forms a dramatic backdrop behind her. The magazine's masthead is visible at the top, and the title 'Great Performers' appears in blue text on the lower left. The overall aesthetic is simple and elegant, emphasizing the subject's features and presence.