Tara Darby, Photographer, New York

Description

A diptych presents two contrasting yet connected images. On the left, an elderly woman with graying hair and red streaks has her face partially covered with gold leaf. She wears a pale pink top and a single pearl earring. Her expression is neutral. The shot is a medium close-up, revealing the texture of her skin and the delicate application of the gold. Adjacent to her is a figure draped in a cream-colored fabric with bold splashes of blue, black, and red paint. The figure is partially obscured, but the lower portion reveals what appears to be a skirt and sneakers. The setting is an indoor corner near a window. The light illuminates the fabric, creating a soft and diffused effect. The two images side by side create a juxtaposition of textures and artistic expression.