Karin Berndl, Photographer, Paris

Description

A still life photograph features a clear glass pitcher with a gold handle, filled with green mint leaves, placed alongside a curled lemon peel. The pitcher's shadow, cast on the off-white or light pink surface, mimics the shape of a teapot, complete with a handle and spout. The lighting is soft and diffused, creating a serene and ethereal mood. The background is a plain, textured surface that adds depth to the image. The colors are muted and pastel, with a focus on light greens, yellows, and pinks, enhancing the photograph's gentle and calming quality. The composition balances the real objects with their projected shadows, creating an interplay between reality and illusion.