The first key influence I looked at is Steve McCurry, particularly his famous “Afghan Girl”. His use of natural lighting and eye contact to communicate deep feelings motivates me to concentrate on creating close bonds between my subjects and the audience.

“Afghan Girl” by Steve McCurry

The next author who influenced me is Yousuf Karsh, who’s famous for capturing dramatic light from simple black-and-white settings, as well as the details of the characters portraying a message to the audiences. His iconic images of Albert Einstein and Winston Churchill demonstrate how expression and body language can reveal personality, which is something I want to explore in my own work.

Albert Einstein, and “The Roaring Lion”, by Yousuf Karsh

In terms of style, I’m drawn to environmental portraiture, where the background offers information about the subject’s identity or lifestyle. I hope to be able to create deeper relationships between my subjects and their environment with the help of the appeals of this genre.

Some examples of environmental portraitures

By combining these inspirations, I hope to create portraits that feel authentic, emotionally engaging, and visually impactful. Also, I hope these messages can be communicated and shared with the audiences.