John Von Pamer, Photographer, New York

Description

A close-up, overhead still life shows burning palo santo wood in a black bowl with gold trim, next to a translucent quartz crystal, and several acupuncture needles. Wisps of smoke curl upwards from the palo santo. The needles are red near the handle and silver at the tips. The surface is an uneven, textured tan color with some darker mottled patches. The lighting emphasizes the shapes and textures of the objects. The overall mood is warm and calming.