Rui Faria, Paris

Description

This striking portrait captured in Paris by photographer Rui Faria features a close-up profile view of a black woman with glistening, luminous skin and closed eyes. Her head is tilted slightly upward, highlighting the contours of her neck, jawline, and cheekbone under dramatic, low-key lighting that creates deep shadows and sharp highlights. A large, ornate circular earring densely encrusted with dark pink and magenta stones is prominently displayed on her earlobe. The background is dark and indistinct, focusing entirely on the textures of her skin and the brilliant facets of the jewellery. The overall composition is intimate, elegant, and refined.