Sacha Stejko, Photographer, Auckland

Description

This is a black and white portrait of a young adult female rugby player with her arms crossed. She looks intensely at the viewer. Her hair is braided. She is wearing a rugby jersey with a white collar. Her hands are wrapped with athletic tape. The image is a close-up shot with a shallow depth of field, emphasizing the subject's face and upper body. The background is plain black. The lighting creates a dramatic effect, with strong shadows and highlights, accentuating the contours of her face and physique. The composition is simple and direct, focusing on the strength and determination of the athlete.