Midday Poodle Portrait in Oaxaca Studio

A standard poodle stands in profile against a plain, off-white studio backdrop, its curly coat rendered in high contrast by the soft light of midday open shade. The dog's muzzle is defined and dark, with ears set low against the neck, framing an attentive gaze that looks slightly past the lens. Warm interior shadows pool along the base of the backdrop, suggesting a quiet, enclosed space typical of Oaxaca portrait studios from the mid-1970s. The 105mm lens compresses the features, highlighting the texture of the groomed fur and the subtle sheen on the nose. The subject occupies the left edge of the frame, leaving negative space to the right where a faint, warm shadow stretches across the floor. The image retains the vibrant color saturation characteristic of Kodak Ektar 100 film, showing the rich browns and creams of the coat without harsh highlights.