Sergiy Barchuk, Photographer, New York

Description

A close-up studio shot presents a riding crop or polo whip against a plain brown backdrop. The whip features a looped metal ring at the top, followed by a section intricately woven from natural and dark fibres in a geometric pattern. A leather strap hangs adjacent to the woven segment. The lower portion transitions into braided leather. The whip stands vertically. The composition highlights the texture and craftsmanship of the whip, with a shallow depth of field focusing on the central portion.