Sami Drasin, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

This photographic diptych by Sami Drasin presents two distinct portraits captured under theatrical spotlight lighting against textured circular backgrounds. On the left, a woman with dark hair styled in a sleek ponytail wears a strapless black velvet and satin evening gown, accented with geometric earrings and a bold red lip, posed beneath a warm golden spotlight. On the right, a Black woman with her hair in a high bun wears a long-sleeved purple sequined gown, smiling energetically with one arm extended toward the viewer under a cool blue spotlight. Both subjects are framed in a three-quarter composition, highlighting the rich textures of their attire and the stark circular illumination cast onto the dark and golden textured surfaces behind them.

Style

Editorial, Horizontal, Clean, Matte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Designer Fashion

Color

Background

Textured Backdrop

Context

Portrait / Headshot