The Graham Dunn 'Half of You' portraiture series is a shock of starkly spotted skin and clothes-free closeups captured in the most eye-catching manner.
The L.A-based photographer captured models Sarah Mutch, Monroe Alvarez, Sarah Tyer and Kate Nauta with their contrasting skin-tones, and he successfully brought their freckle-peppered cheeks into the spotlight. The sensual shots were created using natural light and complementing make-up by Juxta, Ermahn Ospina, and Iris Moreau, which highlighted the beauties multicolored complexions while hiding any imperfections. The shadows cast over the models faces result in striking stares through eye-piercing imagery.
The Graham Dunn Half of You photographs present elegantly haunting images by using nothing but natural elements, which make black and white seem like the only shades ever necessary.
Bespeckled Beauty Photography
The Graham Dunn 'Half of You' Portraiture is Fascinatingly Freckled
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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