Steven Murray, Photographer, Sydney

Description

A black and white diptych features two scenes. On the left, two men stand in a dimly lit outdoor setting. The man in the foreground wears a suit and tie and holds a newspaper, and the man in the background wears a suit and is partially obscured by shadow. The setting appears to be a stage or constructed environment, with a dark, looming structure above. On the right, a close-up profile of a woman's face is captured in a studio setting. Her features are accentuated by the chiaroscuro lighting, emphasizing the contours of her face and neck. The background is a gradient of gray. The overall aesthetic is elegant and stark, highlighting texture, light, and shadow.