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Ryan McGinley — Commissioned portrait of baby, child or pet

Ryan McGinley

Commissioned portrait of baby, child or pet

A tender black and white gelatin silver print by Ryan McGinley, capturing the intimate essence of a baby, child, or pet with his signature luminous and emotionally raw aesthetic. McGinley's masterful use of light and shadow transforms the subject into a timeless portrait, balancing vulnerability with a sense of quiet wonder. The gelatin silver process lends the image a rich tonal depth and tactile quality, elevating the personal commission into a work of enduring artistic resonance.

Medium
black and white gelatin silver print

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

November 10, 2015

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Ryan McGinley, Commissioned portrait of baby, child or pet

A tender black and white gelatin silver print by Ryan McGinley, capturing the intimate essence of a baby, child, or pet with his signature luminous and emotionally raw aesthetic. McGinley's masterful use of light and shadow transforms the subject into a timeless portrait, balancing vulnerability with a sense of quiet wonder. The gelatin silver process lends the image a rich tonal depth and tactile quality, elevating the personal commission into a work of enduring artistic resonance.

Medium
black and white gelatin silver print
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Contemporary Photographer, Figure Study, Male Artist, Fine Art Photography, Black and White Photography, Portraiture, Gelatin Silver Print, American Artist, Intimate Mood, Monochromatic, Portrait Photography, Early 21st Century, Commissioned Portrait, Commissioned Work, Black and White

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