Annie Leibovitz explores many themes using staged settings, superb lighting, and vivid color. Specifically, the photograph that inspired me the most was Rihanna’s pregnancy. Rihanna, a world-renowned celebrity, loses her values and faces insecurity due to her appearance during pregnancy. But Annie uses this as an opportunity to express that beauty doesn’t only come from appearance but comes from confidence. As seen in Rihanna’s face, she is full of dominance and power. The eyes are staring, showing intensity. The red dress also adds distinctive strength to her appearance, and her intentionally standing sideways, putting her hands on hips, and posing shows her strong mindset of having an appearance that many people may feel insecure about.

Phaidon. “Annie Leibovitz Photographs Rihanna for Vogue | Photography | Agenda | Phaidon.” Phaidon.com, 2022, www.phaidon.com/agenda/photography/2022/April/03/annie-leibovitz-photographs-rihanna-for-vogue/. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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