BrandSixteen Journal
ProjectThe Photographic Gesture
Sixteen Journal The Photographic Gesture 2026
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Description
This high-contrast black and white portrait captures the side profile of a Black woman with short, cropped hair. She is wearing a prominent butterfly-shaped ear cuff that stands out against the simplicity of her dark skin and the plain grey backdrop. The lighting is soft and directed, highlighting the texture of the accessory and the subtle contours of her face. The composition is clean and minimalist, focusing on the intersection of human form and decorative object. This image is part of the project The Photographic Gesture for Sixteen Journal.
Style
Editorial, Vertical
Techniques
Studio strobe, Low-key / chiaroscuro
Industries
Jewellery