Pieter Hugo, Photographer, Cape Town

Description

A young, dark-skinned African man stands facing forward with a neutral expression. A large brown and tan python is wrapped around his head and drapes over his shoulders, partially covering his bright orange t-shirt. He is also wearing tan pants. The background is an old, worn wall with peeling paint. The lighting is bright and even, suggesting an outdoor setting during the day. The image is a medium shot, capturing the man from the mid-torso up, emphasizing the contrast between the man and the snake.