Ruven Afanador, Photographer, New York

Description

This striking editorial portrait features actress Susan Sarandon posing in a dramatic black evening gown with sculptural, voluminous shoulder and hip details. Her hands rest on her waist as she gazes slightly upward and away from the camera. She wears her reddish-brown hair in a voluminous, tousled updo with loose strands framing her face. The lighting is soft and directional, highlighting the rich sheen of the fabric and the contoured silhouette of the dress. The background consists of a mottled, earthy grey-green studio backdrop with subtle texture.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Warm, Clean

Techniques

Natural light

Industries

Magazines

Color

Background

Textured Backdrop

Context

Portrait / Headshot