character portrait in 9:16

A solitary character stands framed in a tight 9:16 vertical crop with angular shoulders and a poised, cinematic stance, conveying calm authority and editorial mood. The single strong key light sculpts the face and casts a sharp shadow beneath the jaw, defining bone structure with crisp contrast and restrained midtones. The background is a clean, untextured plane rendered either pure blue #0A4EFF or pure orange #FF6A00 to maximize color contrast with dark clothing and warm skin, while the overall bias reads cool or warm to match the chosen backdrop. Surfaces are unlettered and clean, clothing is matte fabric with subtle weave suggestion, and skin shows warm pores and soft specular highlights that catch the key edge. Focus is tight on the upper torso and face with shallow depth of field so the jawline and light edge register as the sharpest plane, and modest negative space remains above the head within the vertical frame. The viewpoint is eye level with a slightly narrow crop that emphasizes verticality and the 9:16 aspect ratio, producing a composed, intimate feel. A thin metallic ring or a faint collar detail anchors the character as a simple prop without distraction. Render as a realistic painted photograph with clean edges, controlled tonal separation, and polished editorial finish.