The composition of this photo, while simple, utilizes concrete design principles. The person's upper body (head and torso) falls along one of the imaginary lines that divide the composition into thirds and the small stick in the figure's outstretched hand falls along/close to another vertical one-third marker. Diagonals formed by the figure's arms and legs direct the viewer's focus to the tiny object (maybe a cigarette?) in her hand. The color/value of the background works effectively to provide the right amount of contrast against the figure's dark skin, light hair, and heavily-textured white dress. Cracked and dirty, the wall provides a sense of "place"and context for the portrait without distracting the viewer's attention from the primary subject. Despite the fact that figure's position is relatively static, it exudes tension; the way in which she holds her arm, balances on her toes, and glances over her shoulder gives the viewer the sense that the photographer has captured the subject in a moment that will quickly change. I would guess that this photo was taken with a normal lens because the image appears relatively flat and lacks distortion.
Source for photo: http://www.reinfriedmarass.com/photos/welcome-to-hell-famous-fine-art-photography.jpg
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