Nana Yaw Oduro, Photographer, Paris

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This striking photographic portrait by Nana Yaw Oduro features a group of six black males posing against a vibrant, solid green wall. Several individuals wear white tank tops and shorts, while one stands in a collared white shirt and another wears a netted white dress. The most prominent and surreal feature is the placement of large white daisy flowers directly over the eyes of five of the subjects. The composition is structured and theatrical, with standing figures placing hands gently on the shoulders of those positioned slightly lower. The lighting is direct and even, highlighting the stark contrast between the bright white garments, the dark skin tones, and the vivid green background.