The Light In The Dark Photograph - Limited Edition of 20

This black and white portrait, captured on the winter solstice in Stockholm, embodies the interplay of light and darkness characteristic of that season in the north. Her face emerges, illuminated by the warm glow of my studio lights, against a deep black background. The tousled dark hair frames her delicate features, while her gaze, fixed slightly off-camera, conveys a sense of introspection. The subject's hand, gently clasping the neckline of her dark garment, adds a touch of vulnerability to the composition. This image, born from my response to the early twilight, beautifully captures the contemplative mood of the year's darkest day, transforming the scarcity of natural light into an opportunity for artistic expression.