Antonia Steyn, Photographer, Cape Town

Description

This close-up portrait features a smiling Black woman wearing an elaborate array of chains, beads, and metal links draped across her head and face. Her expression is joyful with a wide, open smile showing her teeth. The intricate body jewellery and chain pieces intersect across her forehead, cheeks, and nose bridge. The composition is set against a clean, neutral white background with soft, even lighting highlighting the subject's features and the metallic textures of the jewellery. Captured by photographer Antonia Steyn in Cape Town, the image emphasises detailed craftsmanship and expressive portraiture.