Black and white portrait of man in biker jacket

Prompt

A black and white studio portrait of a man sitting cross-legged against a smooth gradient background

Subject: A middle-aged man with short dark hair and facial stubble looking directly at the camera

Clothing: He wears a textured leather biker jacket over a plain black t-shirt, paired with dark trousers and heavy boots, accessorized with bracelets on one wrist, a watch on the other, and rings on his fingers

Action: Sitting in a relaxed meditative pose, resting his chin thoughtfully against his right hand while his left arm rests near his knee

Style Details: High contrast monochrome photography emphasizing leather textures and deep shadows.

Description

This prompt is useful for creating gritty character studies, album art concepts, and high-fashion editorial spreads requiring intense mood. The combination of 'high contrast monochrome photography' and the focus on 'textured leather biker jacket' ensures that the model emphasizes deep shadows and material reflectivity, which prevents the image from looking flat or overly polished, grounding the portrait in a raw, tangible aesthetic.

Suggestions

Change 'smooth gradient background' to 'concrete wall backdrop' for more visual interest.
Swap 'heavy boots' for 'combat boots' to adjust the perceived style.
Add 'shot on Ilford film' to specify the grain and tonal quality.