Tarek Mawad, Photographer, London

Description

A monochrome portrait captures a Black male standing in a raw, geometric concrete corner. He wears a dark, sleeveless vest over a long-sleeved shirt, paired with dramatically ripped light-wash jeans and dark shoes. A black cap sits atop his head, and a silver chain graces his neck. The rough texture of the concrete contrasts with the smooth fabrics of his clothing. The lighting is dramatic, with stark shadows and highlights emphasizing the architectural angles and the model's features. Light streams in from the right, casting a shadow of the man on the floor and on the wall behind him. The overall mood is contemplative and urban, highlighting both the resilience of the subject and the starkness of the environment. The photograph is a high-contrast image with grainy texture.