Beth Galton, Photographer, New York

Description

A still life captures a variety of objects arranged on a marble surface set against a brown backdrop. A fragmented white statue of a female torso stands prominently on the left, adorned with a geometric copper wire sculpture on its head. A burning yellow candle in a tall, clear glass candleholder and a cup with flower petals inside are near the statue. To the statue's right are several thin green and pink sticks. Various objects are placed on the marble surface, including several pears in a white seashell, a halved pomegranate, an antique hammer, and a black air pump. The composition is lit with a warm glow, creating depth and highlighting the textures of the marble, fruit, and fabrics.