
Kate Mathis, Photographer, New York
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A still life features a sea shell acting as a natural container, cradling a translucent jelly orb. Around the shell are clusters of rambutans, adding a textural contrast with their spiky exterior. Viscous drips cascade down the shell, suggesting a syrupy or watery liquid. The color palette includes earth tones from the shell and fruit, complemented by a light violet background that accentuates the composition's depth. The image is lit to highlight the textures and reflective qualities of the jelly and drips, with the shell's interior being illuminated, drawing focus to the central orb.