Clare Shilland, Photographer, Paris

Description

A diptych features a close-up of a dark, almost black flower on the left and a view of a person's buttock in a shower on the right. The flower, possibly a hollyhock, is displayed in macro detail, revealing its central structure with prominent, pollen-laden stamens. Its petals are a deep shade of black, contrasting with the bright yellow of the pollen. The right side shows the lower torso and buttock of a person in the shower. Water droplets are visible on the skin, and there is a reddish area on the buttock that appears to be irritated or bruised. The background includes a white tile wall and the edge of a bathtub. The lighting is bright and diffuse, highlighting the textures and details in both subjects.