The NHS project Beat COVID NE is a public awareness campaign capturing the diverse faces of essential workers within the community. Through a series of direct-to-camera portraits, the work highlights individuals ranging from teachers and police officers to bus drivers and healthcare staff.
The execution relies on a stark monochrome aesthetic, utilizing low-key lighting and high-contrast grading to create a solemn, documentary-style focus. The project frames its subjects against a black background, isolating each figure to emphasize their individual contributions during the pandemic.
