Confident Curly-Haired Black & White Portrait

Striking black-and-white portrait of a woman with voluminous curly hair, exuding confidence and style. Direct gaze at the camera with a slight, knowing smile. High-contrast studio lighting from the left at 45 degrees creates dramatic shadows and crisp highlights on the curls, with a soft rim light to separate hair from a neutral gray backdrop. Head-and-Shoulders composition, 85mm portrait lens, shallow depth of field, f/2.0. Rich grayscale with deep blacks and bright whites, finely detailed curls, smooth skin texture, bold brows, minimal makeup. Wardrobe: tailored blazer or chic top to emphasize sophistication. Mood: empowered, contemporary elegance, cinematic and timeless.