Tina Barney, Photographer, New York

Description

A woman stands centered on a raised stage holding a very large, multi-pillar gold trophy with both hands. She wears a long, shimmering sequin evening gown, a tiara, and a white sash with visible text across her torso. Her dark hair is styled in loose waves, and she smiles toward the camera. The background consists of draped gold fabric curtains decorated with silver starburst ornaments, set above a patterned reddish-brown carpet with silver trim along the stage edge. The lighting is bright and even, capturing the glittering textures of the gown and trophy.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, 1970s

Techniques

Natural light

Color

Background

Set-dressed

Context

Portrait / Headshot