Rebecca Donnelly, Prop Stylist, New York

Description

A high-angle, studio still life features a T-shaped arrangement of figs, woods, and spices on a soft gray surface. The top bar of the 'T' is composed of layered pieces of light-colored wood, while the vertical base consists of three sections: figs with exposed red interiors on the left, a mix of wood fragments in the center, and a mound of dark brown cardamom on the right. The figs are cut open, revealing their pink flesh and seeds. The woods vary in color and texture, and the cardamom is clustered tightly together. The lighting is even, casting soft shadows and highlighting the textures of the objects. The overall composition is balanced and visually appealing.