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Serena Williams in a satin trench coat and delicate necklace against a seamless studio background

Jez Smith, Photographer, Sydney

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This striking studio portrait features Serena Williams captured in a monochrome aesthetic by photographer Jez Smith in Sydney. She wears a glossy satin trench coat layered over a bralette and a delicate pendant necklace, with her long dark hair cascading over her shoulders. The lighting is moody and directional, casting gentle shadows that emphasize the texture of the fabric and the contours of her silhouette. The composition is intimate and direct, set against a solid dark backdrop that focuses all attention on the subject. The image conveys a powerful, elegant presence through its stark tonal contrast and refined post-production finish.

Keywords

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Styles

EditorialVerticalMonochromeMatte

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Background

Grey Seamless

Context

Portrait / Headshot
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