Sophie Le Gendre, Photographer, Paris

Description

A black and white fine art photograph shows a poppy flower in full bloom and a closed poppy bud. The flower has ruffled petals and a dark center. The bud is elongated and has a smooth surface. The stems of the flowers intersect. The background is light and neutral, and the lighting is soft and diffused. The image has a high-key, ethereal quality and a shallow depth of field. The black and white tonality emphasizes the textures and forms of the flowers.