Will Hartley, Photographer, London

Description

This diptych presents two portraits of the same young Asian woman. On the left, the woman stands outdoors, bathed in the warm glow of the sun. She holds a skateboard, her expression neutral. She is wearing a simple black T-shirt and a delicate necklace. The background shows a street lined with greenery. On the right, the woman is positioned in a dark, shadowy area. Her hand is raised to shield her eyes, her face partially illuminated by a subtle light source. She also wears a black T-shirt, with a strap of a bag visible over her shoulder. The composition emphasizes the contrast between light and shadow, creating a visually striking effect.