Nadine Ijewere, Photographer, London

Description

A stylish African woman poses indoors against a neutral backdrop, wearing a full-length black robe adorned with elaborate white and gold patterns, including spiral motifs and stylized faces. Gold accents are present as buttons and earrings. Her skin is painted a shimmery dark color, complementing the black headpiece with upward-curving shapes. The woman's makeup is dramatic, with a glittering finish. The light is diffused, casting soft shadows that highlight the textures of her robe and makeup. The image has been color graded with cool tones.