Nwaka Okparaeke, Photographer, London

Description

An African American man stands waist-deep in calm water that reflects the sky, which is a gradient of light orange, pink, and white. He is attired in an unbuttoned, cream-colored shirt with frills and a dark-colored skirt, with his hands clasped in front of him. The water's surface is smooth, creating reflections of the man and the sky. The lighting is soft and diffused, emphasizing the textures of the shirt. 'TIME' is printed in the upper-right corner. The image evokes a serene, ethereal mood, and has a painterly quality.