Vito Fernicola, Photographer, Paris

Description

A black and white split-screen portrait features a study in contrasts. The upper portion depicts a person seated on a train, limbs askew in slumber, head covered with a hat or hood. In contrast, the lower half reveals a young person standing against a textured brick wall, gazing intently at the camera. The individual wears a hooded sweatshirt with 'LONDON' emblazoned on the front, a cigarette held loosely in their mouth. The setting appears to be outdoors, bathed in natural light that highlights the starkness of the brick. The image's composition is simple and emphasizes a distinct separation and focus on each subject.