Stephane Coutelle, Photographer, Paris

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This extreme close-up macro photograph by Stephane Coutelle focuses on a person's mouth with thick, highly textured dark purple lipstick smeared messily across the lips. The rich, opaque cosmetic product shows distinct ridges and application marks, contrasting sharply with the soft skin texture and visible white teeth beneath. The tight framing eliminates all background elements, centering the visual narrative entirely on the bold colour and tactile finish of the makeup. Soft, even lighting accentuates the glossy sheen and creamy consistency of the purple pigment.