Troy Covey, Photographer, New York

Description

A striking close-up studio shot focuses on the lower half of a Black woman's face. Her lips, coated with glossy lip gloss, are slightly parted to reveal a silver grill on her teeth. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the texture of her skin and the metallic sheen of the grill. The background is a neutral color, putting the focus squarely on the subject's mouth. The woman has a visible scar on her face and her hair is curly. The grill is a distinctive piece of jewelry.