Ben Perry, Photographer, London

Description

A medium shot portrait of an Indian Sadhu, a religious ascetic, with a long, grey beard and hair. He is wearing an orange robe and has yellow and white markings on his face. The background is dark and out of focus. The man is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. The light is soft and diffused, creating a sense of intimacy. His brown hair is matted and pulled up on top of his head. He is wearing an orange cloth. His beard is long and wild. The markings on his face are geometric and symmetrical, creating a striking visual contrast.